Red-hot Spurs look to battle Bulls Monday: What to know

The 56-18 Spurs have locked up the No. 2 team in the West and look to continue their hot streak against a 29-45 Chicago Bulls team.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:34pm

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The San Antonio Spurs, winners of eight in a row and 24 of their last 26 games, will host the struggling Chicago Bulls on Monday night. The Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle, have already clinched the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference and look to continue their dominant run against the 29-45 Bulls, who have lost five of their last six games.

Why it matters

The Spurs have been one of the hottest teams in the NBA over the past two months, cementing their status as a top contender in the West. A win over the rebuilding Bulls would further solidify their position and keep them on track for a deep playoff run. For the Bulls, this game represents an opportunity to play spoiler against one of the league's elite teams as they look to build momentum for next season.

The details

In the previous matchup between these two teams on November 11, the Spurs rallied from a 13-point deficit to defeat the Bulls 121-117. Wembanyama led the way for the Spurs with 38 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and five blocks. However, the Bulls roster has undergone significant changes since then, with key players like Kevin Huerter, Nikola Vucevic and Ayo Dosunmu no longer on the team.

  • The Spurs and Bulls will face off on Monday, March 29, 2026.
  • The previous matchup between these two teams was on November 11, 2025.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

The 23-year-old French center is the Spurs' leading scorer, averaging 24.2 points, 11.3 rebounds, 3.1 blocks and 2.4 assists per game.

Stephon Castle

The 25-year-old point guard is having a breakout season, averaging a triple-double with 16.6 points, 7.2 assists and 5.7 rebounds per game.

Josh Giddey

The 20-year-old Australian guard has been a bright spot for the rebuilding Bulls, averaging 17.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 9.2 assists per game.

Matas Buzelis

The 19-year-old Lithuanian forward is another promising young player for the Bulls, putting up 16.4 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game.

Tre Jones

The 24-year-old guard, who previously played for the Spurs, is averaging 13.2 points and 5.5 assists per game for the Bulls.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to play with the same intensity and focus that has led to our recent success. The Bulls may be struggling, but we can't take them lightly.”

— Gregg Popovich, Head Coach, San Antonio Spurs

“This is a great opportunity for our young guys to test themselves against one of the best teams in the league. We'll go out there and give it our all.”

— Billy Donovan, Head Coach, Chicago Bulls

What’s next

The Spurs will look to extend their winning streak to nine games when they host the Bulls on Monday night. A victory would keep them firmly in the race for the top seed in the Western Conference.

The takeaway

The Spurs' dominant run over the past two months has established them as a force to be reckoned with in the NBA. Their depth, balanced scoring attack and stifling defense make them a tough matchup for any opponent. Meanwhile, the Bulls' rebuilding efforts continue, but this game against the Spurs provides a valuable learning experience for their young core.