Wembanyama lifts Spurs in Suns winPLAYOFFS-BOUND: San Antonio knew that they could book a post-season berth with a win, but they trailed by 10 with less than 5 minutes to play before rallyingAFP, LOS ANGELESVictor Wembanyama’s game-winner on Thursday lifted the San Antonio Spurs to a 101-100 triumph over the Phoenix Suns and into the NBA playoffs, while the Los Angeles Lakers kept up their post-season push with an eighth straight victory. The San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, top right, blocks a shot by Rasheer Fleming, top left, of the Phoenix Suns during their NBA game at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on Thursday. Photo: AFPKnowing they could punch their playoffs ticket with a win, the Spurs trailed by 10 with 4 minutes, 50 seconds left to play. The Spurs bottled up Devin Booker to force the Suns to call a timeout and on the ensuing inbounds Wembanyama fouled rookie Rasheer Fleming, who missed both free throws. Playing an unprecedented 23rd season, James already holds a host of NBA records, including points scored, field goals made and field goals attempted.

Source: Taipei Times March 20, 2026 16:24 UTC