Wembanyama leads Spurs to 9th straight win over Bulls

Rookie phenom scores season-high 41 points and grabs 16 rebounds in dominant performance.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:37pm

Rookie sensation Victor Wembanyama put on a show, scoring a season-high 41 points and grabbing 16 rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 129-114 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The win extended the Spurs' winning streak to 9 games.

Why it matters

Wembanyama's breakout performance further cements his status as one of the NBA's most exciting young talents. The Spurs' hot streak also keeps them in the thick of the Western Conference playoff race.

The details

Wembanyama was unstoppable, shooting 15-of-22 from the field and 7-of-10 from the free throw line. He also added 4 blocks and 2 steals in the dominant win. The Spurs led by as many as 18 points and never trailed in the game.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

A 19-year-old French phenom in his rookie season with the San Antonio Spurs, considered one of the most promising young players in the NBA.

San Antonio Spurs

An NBA franchise based in San Antonio, Texas that has been one of the league's most successful teams over the past two decades.

Chicago Bulls

An NBA franchise based in Chicago, Illinois that has a storied history including 6 NBA championships in the 1990s.

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What they’re saying

“Victor was just incredible tonight. He's taking his game to another level and we're so fortunate to have him leading our team.”

— Gregg Popovich, Head Coach, San Antonio Spurs

What’s next

The Spurs will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday, April 2nd.

The takeaway

Wembanyama's dominant performance is the latest example of his superstar potential, and the Spurs' hot streak has them firmly in playoff position as the season winds down.