Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET
Venue: Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA
TV/Radio: FanDuel Sports Network Philadelphia (76ers), Bally Sports Southwest / Spurs Silver & Black (Spurs); local radio on 97.5 The Fanatic (Sixers) / 1200 WOAI (Spurs)
The Western Conference-leading Spurs bring the NBA’s best record into Philadelphia for a rare cross-conference matchup against a Sixers team still clinging to play-in positioning in the East. San Antonio has been the league’s most complete and efficient team all season; Philadelphia has battled injuries and inconsistency but remains dangerous at home when healthy. This is the second and final meeting of the 2025-26 season.
Injury Report
San Antonio Spurs (near full strength):
- Victor Wembanyama (C) – Available (returned from brief rest; no restrictions)
- Stephon Castle (PG) – Probable (left ankle sprain – limited in practice)
- All other key rotation players (Keldon Johnson, Harrison Barnes, Jeremy Sochan, Devin Vassell, etc.) available. Only minor two-way/G-League absences.
Philadelphia 76ers (significant absences):
- Joel Embiid (C) – GTD / Questionable (right knee inflammation – missed last 2 games)
- Paul George (SF) – Out (left knee – bone bruise; expected out 1-2 more weeks)
- Jared McCain (SG) – Out (left foot – stress reaction)
- KJ Martin (F) – Out (shoulder)
- Guerschon Yabusele (PF) – Probable (illness)
- Other depth pieces limited; heavy minutes expected for Tyrese Maxey, Kelly Oubre Jr., and the remaining frontcourt.
The Spurs’ health advantage is substantial, especially if Embiid sits or is limited.
Recent Form (Last 10 Games)
Spurs (8-2): Dominant stretch. Recent results:
- W 129-112 vs. Memphis (March 1)
- W 118-104 @ Indiana
- W 132-119 vs. Lakers
- L @ OKC (close)
Averaging 121+ PPG with top-3 defensive rating during the run.
76ers (4-6): Inconsistent. Most recent: L 107-124 @ Boston (March 1). Struggling to score efficiently without Embiid/George; defensive effort has been solid at home but road woes persist.
Series History (2025-26 Season)
Spurs lead season series 1-0 (most recent: San Antonio 122-108 win on Dec. 12, 2025 in San Antonio).
All-time regular season: Spurs lead 68-62. San Antonio has won 7 of the last 10 meetings and covered comfortably when Embiid/George have been limited or absent.
Key Player Matchups
- Victor Wembanyama (Spurs C, ~24 PPG, 11 RPG, 3.8 BPG) vs. Joel Embiid (if active) or backup frontcourt (Bamba / Reed): Wemby’s length, mobility, and rim protection should neutralize or dominate whatever Philadelphia throws at him. Massive edge if Embiid is out/limited.
- Devin Vassell / Stephon Castle (Spurs backcourt) vs. Tyrese Maxey (76ers PG, ~28 PPG): Maxey’s speed and scoring create problems, but San Antonio’s switching defense and length should force tough shots.
- Keldon Johnson / Harrison Barnes (Spurs wings) vs. Kelly Oubre Jr. / Quentin Grimes (76ers): Spurs’ size and 3-and-D versatility should limit Philadelphia’s perimeter creation.
- Bench/Depth: Spurs’ rotation (Sochan, Barnes, multiple contributors) is far deeper and fresher than the injury-thinned Sixers bench.
Betting Trends
- Spurs 9-1 ATS in last 10 overall; 6-2 ATS as road favorites this season.
- Spurs 8-2 ATS vs. Eastern Conference opponents.
- 76ers 2-8 ATS in last 10 when missing Embiid or George; 3-7 ATS at home vs. top-3 West teams.
- Total has gone Over in 7 of Spurs’ last 10; Under in 6 of Sixers’ last 8 without both stars.
- San Antonio has covered the spread in 4 of last 5 meetings with Philadelphia.
Game Odds
San Antonio Spurs – 7.5
Philadelphia Sixers 231.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, March 2, 2026
