Bright Side Wonders, Week 22: A rough seven days

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It was a rough week for the Phoenix Suns. After finishing the previous week with a loss, the team endured its worst losing streak of the season and went 1–4 this week, losing their first four games and winning their last. Still sitting in 7th in the Western Conference, it’s looking like the Suns are going to be hosting a play-in game next month.

Here are the main questions for Week 22 we want your thoughts on:


Struggling in the Clutch

Two of the four Suns losses this week were by one possession, and Phoenix was leading the Celtics late when they fell to Boston. Against San Antonio, the Suns struggled down the stretch, missing free throws, and in the final 7:49 during their loss to the Bucks, they allowed Milwaukee to go on a 24–14 run to close the game. The offense struggled numerous times down the stretch when it needed to perform to secure wins this week.

The team has had success throughout the season late in games, but this week was different. What do you think the main reason the team struggled to close out games this week was? How much does the arduous schedule the team had play into it? Would the losing streak have been shorter if the rotation had been healthier?

Getting Rest

With five games in seven days, including the first three being in three different cities, it was the busiest week of the season for the Suns, and they struggled through it. Phoenix has been depleted, and it continued to deal with the injury bug this week. Grayson Allen played on Monday against the Celtics and missed the rest of the week with a knee injury, and after not missing a game the whole year, Royce O’Neale has missed the last three games with knee soreness.

Mark Williams and Dillon Brooks remain on the shelf with their foot and hand injuries, respectively.

The good news for the Suns? After facing the Nuggets on Tuesday, they’ll have four days of rest until their next game. With the Playoffs and Play-In now less than a month away, how should Jordan Ott and company handle the rest of the season from a health standpoint? The Suns are four games behind the sixth seed and four-and-a-half ahead of the eighth seed.

Collin Gillespie is Turning it Around

After a rough start to the month, Collin Gillespie has gotten back into a rhythm in his past three games, averaging 19.3 points per game and hitting at least four threes in all three contests. During Sunday’s win against the Toronto Raptors, the guard went an efficient 6/9 from the field and 4/6 from deep, while Jalen Green and Devin Booker both scored at least 20 points.

Since both Booker and Green returned to the lineup, it had been a struggle for Gillespie to find his role in the offense as a scorer, but it looks like he’s done so. How encouraging is this recent streak from Gillespie playing alongside two ball-dominant scorers?


On the Suns’ Plate This Week

After their busiest week of the season, Phoenix will play just two games this week, hosting the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday and the Utah Jazz on Saturday. The large break between the two games without any travel is much needed for a Phoenix team running on fumes.

NBA Lottery Watch: March Madness for the Mavericks

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Don’t tell anyone we told you, but you’d be forgiven if you missed some Dallas Mavericks games lately with March Madness seeping through the public consciousness for the last 96 hours. But both worlds work hand-in-hand, as the Mavericks navigate lottery positioning while the NBA season comes to a close.

And while positioning (losing) doesn’t sound so exciting, there are still some wild swings that could take place as a group of four teams between the fifth and eighth spots cluster closer and closer. The Utah Jazz, New Orleans Pelicans, and Memphis Grizzlies keep pacing around this liminal space of the back part of the top ten with the Mavericks. Here at Lottery Watch we’re taking a weekly pulse of what may have changed and what’s up next.


Lottery standings

After the Mavericks sort of inexplicably beat the Cleveland Cavaliers just over a week ago, on the road no less, they dropped three straight last week and find themselves precariously in sixth place — two games back of the Jazz in fifth, and 1.5 games ahead of the Grizzlies and Pelicans. Those slim margins are of note because the swing from sixth to eighth means a 10-percent shift in a shot at a top four pick.

To make it just a little stressful, the Mavericks do have the fourth toughest remaining schedule in the league. But those pesky Grizzlies have the second toughest. The one relief is knowing the Pelicans, who owe their unprotected pick to the Atlanta Hawks, have zero incentive to lose.

Weekly schedule

  • Dallas Mavericks: vs. Golden State Warriors, @ Denver Nuggets, @ Portland Trail Blazers
  • Utah Jazz: vs. Toronto Raptors, vs. Washington Wizards, @ Denver Nuggets
  • Memphis Grizzlies: @ Atlanta Hawks, vs. San Antonio Spurs, vs. Houston Rockets
  • New Orleans Pelicans: @ New York Knicks, @ Detroit Pistons, @ Toronto Raptors

One magic spin

Each week we’ll take one spin around the block at tankathon.com and see where the chips fall. In a chilling turn of the simulator, this our fifth edition, the Atlanta Hawks for the fifth time in a row jump to the number one overall pick. There is voodoo in this simulation.

The Mavericks slide back a spot for the first time in several weeks. If you’re watching close to mock drafts across the internet, this puts them right on the fringes of that second tier behind the consensus top three. This paints a picture of both why the positioning is so vital — not because it ensures jumping up, but protects them if/when they slide back.

If North Carolina fires Hubert Davis, here are six candidates to consider

Hubert Davis stands in a pool of quicksand wearing concrete shoes after a second straight early out in the NCAA Tournament.

Yes, UNC was without its best player, Caleb Wilson, because of injury, but this is the type of job where no excuse is satisfactory for a Day 1 NCAA Tournament exit — particularly, when the previous season also ended in the first round.

Davis sits on the hottest seat in college basketball, his future in doubt.

If UNC opts for a change, it should strongly consider looking outside of the family to replace Davis, after the succession plan of Roy Williams to Davis fizzled.

Even well-resourced blue-bloods can’t expect to just call their shot, though. Kentucky learned the hard way in 2024. Big Blue Nation harbored a wish list of Billy Donovan, Dan Hurley and Scott Drew. Kentucky set its aim high after John Calipari left, but it wound up settling for Mark Pope, a humbling hire of an alumnus who would’ve crawled from Brigham Young to UK for the job. So far, Pope is striking out.

That warning aside, North Carolina remains an attractive job where a coach can sign top-10 recruiting classes. If UNC is willing to spend $10 million a year on Bill Belichick, what would it pay for a top-shelf basketball coach?

Jay Wright, retired coach

Former Villanova Wildcats head coach Jay Wright speaks before the game against the DePaul Blue Demons at William B. Finneran Pavilion.

Here’s the classic “Make him say no!” candidate. And, he’d probably say no, but you don’t know if you don’t ask.

Wright went out at the top of his game, retiring from Villanova in 2022 after a Final Four finish at a school where he won two national championships.

When Wright stepped down at Villanova, he didn’t pin it on NIL or the transfer portal. Instead, he explained he felt like he’d lost his competitive edge. Did four seasons away from coaching allow him to regain that edge?

If so, he could return to coaching at a program where he’ll enjoy the resources necessary to compete at the highest level, right from the jump.

Four years into his coaching retirement, Wright, 64, works as a special assistant to Villanova’s president. He’s not shown much public interest in coming back to coaching. Still, considering his resume, it’s worth kicking the tires.

Nate Oats, Alabama

Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats looks on against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Benchmark International Arena.

If UNC wants to fix its NCAA Tournament woes, then how about a coach who’s gone to the Sweet 16 four straight years at a football school? Oats' success includes a Final Four trip in 2024, with the Tide upsetting North Carolina along the way.

Before the NCAA Tournament, Oats fielded questions from reporters about whether Alabama had the necessary NIL support. He said his program can “be competitive” in that space. His remarks didn’t leave you thinking Alabama would outspend a program like UNC. No matter how much Oats wins, football comes first at Alabama.

That’s not such a bad thing. Oats, 51, won’t face the same type of feverish expectations as Alabama football coach Kalen DeBoer does. He’ll be celebrated when his teams reach the Sweet 16 or Elite Eight, instead of questioned as to why he didn’t win a national title.

However, if Oats wants to be at a school where basketball rules, he’ll need to leave Alabama.

Oats’ teams shoot a lot of 3-pointers, but they usually make a lot of 3s. They’re an offensive force. His winning ways in March go back to his years at Buffalo. His Bulls pulled off upsets in consecutive years.  

Drama accompanies Oats' program. Just this season, you had the Charles Bediako circus, then Aden Holloway’s arrest just before the tournament. That’s nothing compared to the black eye the program endured in 2023, a situation that still lingers today, with one former Alabama player facing a capital murder charge.

If you can stomach controversy, Oats wins.

Mark Byington, Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt coach Mark Byington works the sideline against Tennessee during their quarterfinal game of the 2026 SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 13, 2026.

Byington played in college at UNC Wilmington, and he’s been an assistant within the ACC. So, he knows the terrain but wouldn’t face the type of crippling pressure that comes with coaching your alma mater. That’s a potential sweet spot.

Byington, 49, thrived at a mid-major, taking James Madison to the second round in 2024. Then, he fixed a Vanderbilt program that had been stuck in a rut for the better part of a decade. This isn’t Jerry Stackhouse’s Vanderbilt anymore. Thanks in part to Byington and some NIL support, Vanderbilt is a solid job. Byington has a top-20 recruiting class lined up for next season. He could settle in for a nice ride at Vanderbilt, but with his stock hot, if he craves a program with the loftiest of ceilings, now probably would be a good time to strike.

Other names on this list are splashier, but Byington’s career is on the rise. You could sell this hire to a fan base that knows ball.

Todd Golden, Florida

Florida head coach Todd Golden celebrates their 114-55 win over Prairie View A&M during the NCAA March Madness opening round at Benchmark international Arena in Tampa, FL on Friday, March 20, 2026.

Golden was ahead of the curve recognizing the power of building an older team through the transfer portal and spotting undervalued talent who’d polished their skills at mid-majors. That strategy resulted in Golden last year becoming the youngest coach to win a national championship since Jim Valvano. The 2025 Gators' stars included included Walter Clayton Jr. and Alijah Martin, who were one-time zero-star recruits before growing their game at mid-majors.

Golden’s Gators inexplicably fizzled this March. That included some bad defensive strategy from Golden in Florida's second-round loss to Iowa. Even so, Golden's stock remains as hot as Moderna on the NASDAQ.

The big question: Why would he leave? He can win at the highest level at Florida. He’s proven that. So did Donovan. And, Golden can do it at Florida without facing UNC-level pressure. Football acts as something of a heat shield for Florida basketball coaches, and yet there’s nothing a good basketball coach can’t achieve in Gainesville.

The North Carolina job is the ultimate ego stroke. If the Tar Heels promised to make Golden the sport’s highest-paid coach and to spare no expense on his roster, perhaps that’s enough to make him at least consider leaving his great situation at Florida for a premier opportunity at UNC.

Scott Drew, Baylor

Baylor Bears head coach Scott Drew coaches against the Houston Cougars in the first half at Fertitta Center.

Two years ago, Drew claimed a spot near the top of Kentucky’s wish list. He turned down the Wildcats, a humbling blow to UK. Two years later, you must wonder whether Drew would benefit from a restart. His Baylor team went 16-16 and got trampled within the Big 12. Drew last reached a Sweet 16 in 2021, when he produced a national title.

Take the macro view, and Drew’s Baylor accomplishments are phenomenal. He rescued from the trash bin a program that had been rocked by a deadly scandal. He took the Bears up, up, up, until they reached the top of the sport.

Zoom in, and you realize Drew’s best days at Baylor are behind him. He’s still widely respected, and if Drew, 55, is ever going to leave Baylor, right now is likely his last best chance.

T.J. Otzelberger, Iowa State

Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger reacts while watching his team play the Kansas Jayhawks during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

This here falls into the category of meat-and-potatoes hire. Otzelberger has become a wins machine in Ames, Iowa. A Midwest native, he suits Iowa State.

Iowa State does not have a rich history of Final Fours or Elite Eights. Could he level up at a program that demands banners? It’s a fair question. He tends to do more with less at Iowa State, and that’s a compliment to his abilities. Until this year, though, Iowa State typically struggles to play up to its seed line once the tournament starts.

Otzelberger builds blue-collar teams known for defense and discipline. UNC must ask itself if that’s what it craves. If it is, then Otzelberger should get a look if and when the bigger names say no.

Blake Toppmeyer is a columnist for the USA TODAY Network. Email him at BToppmeyer@gannett.com and follow him on X @btoppmeyer.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: UNC basketball coaching candidates if North Carolina fires Hubert Davis

Best NBA Player Props Today for March 23: Double Trouble

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The NBA picks up where March Madness left off with a whopping 10 games on the schedule to tip of a new week.

That means an endless supply of player props to bet on, and I’ve found my three favorite, including Jalen Johnson bullying the Grizz on the glass, while we double up with Amen Thompson.

Those and more NBA picks for Monday, March 23, below.

Best NBA player props today

PlayerPickbet365
Hawks Jalen JohnsonOver 10.5 rebounds+105
Rockets Amen Thompsondouble-double+235
Warriors Kristaps PorzingisOver 15.5 points-115

Prop #1: Jalen Johnson Over 10.5 rebounds

+105 at bet365

Injuries have ravaged the Memphis Grizzlies, which means we’ve been riding with Ty Jerome points props. But books have caught on, so it's time to pivot. 

The Grizz have had no presence on the glass, ranking dead last in rebounding rate and surrendering the second-most opponent rebounds per game since the All-Star game.

So, let’s keep it simple for tonight’s game against the Atlanta Hawks. Jalen Johnson is one of the best rebounders in the NBA, averaging 10.4 per game. 

His rebounding total tonight is 10.5, and he has topped that number in two of his last three games.

  • Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: FDSN Southeast-Memphis, FDSN Southeast-Atlanta

Prop #2: Amen Thompson double-double

+235 at bet365

The Houston RocketsAmen Thompson has been an absolute beast on the boards lately. He’s hauling down a whopping 9.6 rebounds per game over his last 12 games, and I’m betting he keeps that up tonight against the Chicago Bulls.

The Bulls are already looking ahead to next season and aren’t showing much defense or effort on the glass. Chicago ranks 21st in rebounding rate and 28th in opponent rebounds per game since the All-Star break.

Thompson has grabbed 10 or more rebounds seven times over these 12 games and in four of his last five, making a double-double at this price a great bet.

  • Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: SCHN, CHSN

Prop #3: Kristaps Porzingis Over 15.5 points

-115 at bet365

The Dallas Mavericks might be the only team in the NBA with less interior presence than the Golden State Warriors.

The Mavs are a young roster going through growing pains, but they’ll need to get bigger in the future because they rank dead last in opponent points in the paint.

Luckily for the Dubs, Kristaps Porzingis is expected to return after a minor back injury he suffered vs. the Detroit Pistons on Friday night.

Porzingis had scored 17 or more points in three of his four games before that. With a point total of just 15.5, I love the Over.

  • Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
  • Where to watch: Peacock

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Warriors at Mavericks Prediction: Odds, recent stats, trends, and best bets for March 23

The Mavericks (23-48) and Warriors (33-38) meet on Peacock as the nightcap starting at 9:30 PM Eastern. Both teams are looking to break three-game losing streaks as they split the season series with each other at one apiece.

Golden State is 1-8 in the past nine games ranking 27th in offensive rating and 23rd defensively. The Warriors have struggled without Stephen Curry, although, he is expected back for the play-in tournament. The Warriors are sitting in 10th as the final play-in team and is trailing the Trail Blazers by 1.5 games and the Clippers by 2.0 games.

Dallas is 2-12 over the last 14 games, ranking second-worst in offensive rating and fifth-worst defensively. The Mavericks have the third-worst record in the West and sixth-worst overall in the NBA as they enter this matchup. Dallas lost in OT to the Clippers (138-131) in their previous matchup and are 8.5 games out of the play-in tournament.

Lets take a closer look at tonight’s matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds courtesy of DraftKings recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game Details and How to Watch Live: Warriors at Mavericks

  • Date: Monday, March 17, 2026
  • Time: 9:30 PM EST
  • Site: American Airlines Arena 
  • City: Dallas, TX
  • Network/Streaming: Peacock

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Game Odds: Warriors at Mavericks

The latest odds as of Monday courtesy of DraftKings:

  • Moneyline: Golden State (-130), Dallas Mavericks (+110)
  • Spread: Golden State -2.5
  • Total: 230.5 points

This game opened Warriors -2.5 with the Total set at 230.5.

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Expected Starting Lineups: Warriors at Mavericks

Dallas Mavericks

  • PG Max Christie
  • SG Naji Marshall
  • SF Cooper Flagg
  • PF P.J. Washington
  • C Daniel Gafford

Golden State Warriors

  • PG Brandin Podziemski
  • SG De'Anthony Melton (probable)
  • SF Moses Moody (questionable)
  • PF Draymond Green
  • Kristaps Porzingis (probable)

Injury Report: Warriors at Mavericks

Golden State Warriors

  • Moses Moody (wrist) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight's game
  • De'Anthony Melton (left hand contusion) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight’s game
  • Kristaps Porzingis (back) is PROBABLE for tonight's game
  • Al Horford (calf) is listed as OUT for tonight's game
  • Quinten Post (right foot) is listed as OUT for tonight's game

Dallas Mavericks

  • RJ Nembhard Jr. is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight’s game
  • Brandon Williams (concussion) is listed as OUT for tonight’s game
  • Caleb Martin (foot) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight's game

Important stats, trends and insights: Warriors at Mavericks

  • Golden State and Dallas are 31-40 ATS, tied for 6th-worst
  • Dallas is 40-31 to the Under, ranking 7th-best
  • Dallas is 18-18 ATS as the home team
  • Golden State is 43-28 to the Over, ranking 2nd-best
  • Golden State is 21-16 to the Over as the home team, ranking 6th-best
  • Golden State is 16-21 ATS as the road team

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Tyler Kolek dropped 42 points during the day — then had a crowd-pleasing Knicks moment at night

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Tyler Kolek

Tyler Kolek showed out in two different arenas on Sunday.

In G-League duty, he erupted for 42 points — going 9-for-14 from 3-point range — along with 11 assists in the Westchester Knicks’ 141-131 win over the Greensboro Swarm. He was then recalled by the Knicks and bolted for Madison Square Garden, where he was available for the Knicks’ 145-113 rout of the Wizards.

As the blowout grew, the Garden crowd chanted “We want Kolek” during the fourth quarter. And coach Mike Brown eventually obliged. Kolek played the last five minutes and put on a show, scoring 11 points and drilling three 3s.

Tyler Kolek celebrates at MSG during the Knicks’ win over the Wizards on March 23, 2026. Jason Szenes / New York Post

“That’s an amazing feat,” coach Mike Brown said. “To play in a G-League game in the afternoon and come play in an NBA game, it’s gotta be a weird feeling. But these guys are pro athletes, they do a great job taking care of their bodies and our performance group does a good job with them in that area too. For them to be able to do that, to me, is an amazing thing.

“And then the group came out and I thought they played well. It was fun to see Tyler hit some shots and hear the crowd cheering his name.”

“Tyler Ko-lek, Tyler Ko-lek” chants rang around MSG as a fun exclamation point for an easy Knicks win. Kolek posed with a sign in the Knicks locker room that had 53 written on it after the game, representing his combined point output from the two games.

“It’s tough,” Jalen Brunson said of Kolek. “He was able to play well down there and then came here and continued it. That’s just him being professional, that’s him being himself. We have a lot of guys on this team that are very high character, very good work ethic and he’s one of them.

“That’s just who he is.”

Pacome Dadiet also pulled double duty, scoring 32 points in Westchester before getting some garbage time minutes for the Knicks at night.




Brown said that Landry Shamet, who missed Sunday’s game due to knee soreness, “banged” his knee during the Knicks’ win over the Nets on Friday. He’s still being evaluated.


With a Knicks win and Celtics loss, the Knicks are now just a ½ game out of the No. 2 seed in the East.

“Honestly, I’m not even looking at the standings,” Karl-Anthony Towns said. “I didn’t even know that. I’m just focused on this locker room and this team. We can’t control Boston losing, Detroit losing.”

Spurs at Heat Prediction: Odds, recent stats, trends, and best bets for March 23

Two teams trending in different directions meet on Peacock at 7 PM Eastern. The Spurs (53-18) have won five-straight games, while the Heat (38-33) have dropped the last four contests.

San Antonio has the No. 1 rated offensive efficiency over the last five games and 9th in defensive during that span. The Spurs have beaten one team with a winning record in that stretch (Suns). The Spurs are safely locked into the No. 2 seed as they're 3.0 games back from the Thunder and 7.0 games ahead of the Lakers who are in the 3rd spot.

Miami ranks 18th in offensive efficiency during their four-game losing streak and 28th in defensive, ranking third-worst. All four teams that the Heat have lost to, are playoff or play-in teams. Miami lost its only meeting to San Antonio this season, 107-101, dating back to October 30. Miami sits in the play-in tournament as the No. 9 seed. The Heat are 1.0 game back of the sixth spot and 1.0 game ahead of the final play-in spot, so there is a lot that can happen with a 11 games remaining.

Lets take a closer look at tonight’s matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.

We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds courtesy of DraftKings recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.

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Game Details and How to Watch Live: Spurs at Heat

  • Date: Monday, March 23, 2026
  • Time: 7 PM EST
  • Site: Kaseya Center 
  • City: Miami, FL
  • Network/Streaming: Peacock

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Game Odds: Spurs at Heat

The latest odds as of Monday courtesy of DraftKings:

  • Moneyline: San Antonio Spurs (-205), Miami Heat (+170)
  • Spread: San Antonio -4.5
  • Total: 240.5 points

This game opened Spurs -4.5 with the Total set at 237.5.

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Expected Starting Lineups: Spurs at Heat

San Antonio Spurs

  • PG De'Aaron Fox
  • SG Stephon Castle (questionable)
  • SF Devin Vassell (questionable)
  • PF Julian Champganie
  • C Victor Wembanyama

Miami Heat

  • PG Daivon Mitchell
  • SG Tyler Herro
  • SF Norman Powell (questionable)
  • PF Andrew Wiggins (probable)
  • Bam Adebayo

Injury Report: Spurs at Heat

San Antonio Spurs

  • Stephon Castle (hip) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight’s game
  • Devin Vassell (hamstring) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight's game

Miami Heat

  • Andrew Wiggins (toe) is listed as PROBABLE for tonight’s game
  • Norman Powell (calf) is listed as QUESTIONABLE for tonight’s game
  • Jaime Jaquez (hip) is listed as PROBABLE for tonight’s game

Important stats, trends and insights: Spurs at Heat

  • Miami is 42-29 ATS, ranking 3rd-best
  • Miami is 7-2 ATS as a home underdog, ranking 4th-best
  • Miami is 38-33 to the Over, ranking 5th-best
  • Miami is 21-15 ATS as the home team, ranking 6th-best
  • Miami is 19-17 to the Over as the home team
  • San Antonio is 39-31-2 ATS, ranking 6th-best
  • San Antonio is 40-32 to the Under, ranking 8th-best
  • San Antonio is 19-15-1 ATS as the road team, ranking 8th-best
  • San Antonio is 10-10-1 ATS as a road favorite

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Knicks Bulletin: ‘I just figured out that’s what God blessed me with’

BROOKLYN, NY - MARCH 20: Tyler Kolek #13 of the New York Knicks arrives to the arena before the game against the Brooklyn Nets on March 20, 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

The Knicks demolished the Wiz Kiz on Sunday, capping a week that has New York just half-a-game behind Boston in the standings.

On top of that, Tyler Kolek made history, scoring 53 points on a single day playing for two professional teams in New York and Westchester.

Here’s the latest from your favorite people in the NBA universe.

Mike Brown

On his preferred playoff rotation depth:

“For me, I like to play 9 or 9.5 guys — 10 if you can. It gets hard because we have guys on our roster willing to play 34 minutes. When you have multiple guys, four or five guys, who are worthy of that, it makes it a little harder to give other guys extended minutes. I’ve felt we’ve tried to do a good job of giving our young guys an opportunity to play and other guys an opportunity to play.”

On keeping rotational players ready:

“Being with Steve Kerr, one of the things they used to do is start someone different every once in a while, someone who might not have played in three or four games. The only rhyme or reason they did it is to let them know that they have to be ready. Your number can be called at anytime. I liked that, but I didn’t go quite that route. I do like the fact that guys can think, ‘Oh, OK. My number can be called at any time, so I have to stay ready.’ It’s not just lip service. It can happen because they saw it happen. I threw Diawara out there a couple of times as a rookie. Doing that keeps guys engaged and on their toes, especially when guys are handling their minutes as professionals, which all of our guys have done.”

On the improved start to the game against Washington:

“We talked about it. Our biggest thing is making our opponent feel us and we did a better job in that area. I thought we did a nice job moving the ball and trying to take the right shots. I thought overall, it was a lot better than what we’ve done in a couple of games.”

On avoiding overreaction to bad game stretches:

“There was a time when we were struggling, I think in the third quarter, coming out of halftime. Two games ago, we were great. Against Indiana, we were great. I’m not gonna lie, I don’t remember who we played before that. Against Golden State, we stunk. I don’t know who we played before that. So you try to prepare your guys and not overreact to struggles that you may have that could be short-term or temporary. So we’re not to a point where I’m gonna try to do something out of the box with the guys. They are a veteran group and like I said, we’ve struggled in other areas throughout the course of the year before. So I’m gonna keep doing what we’re doing and in due time, if we need to change this or change that I’m definitely not opposed to it, as all you guys know, from our players to our staff, I’m not opposed to somebody else saying ‘hey, let’s do this instead of that.’”

On seeding and home-court advantage:

“The higher the seed, the better, mainly because the fans at MSG are awesome and playing in this environment during that time, you couldn’t ask for anything better. But at the end of the day, if we truly believe that we are THAT team, it truly don’t matter where we got to go and who we got to face.”

Jalen Brunson

On playing the Knicks way early against the Wizards:

“I think we came out and we played our style. They had a decent run where they tied the game back up, but after that we got the lead, played well with the lead and didn’t look back after that.”

On Jose Alvarado’s bench energy:

“It helps the team no matter what. You kind of wish he was on the court, because he’s a little bit quieter than on the bench. He does so much for this team on and off the court. It’s constant energy. Kind of regardless of how he’s playing, he always has the energy. That’s a skill, that’s a skill that makes someone last in the league a long time. It’s great to have him.”

Josh Hart

On the comparisons to Andre Iguodala:

“Andre is extremely talented, definitely was a better player in this league than I am. But we can be like an older version of Andre. Older, less athletic, scoring version of Andre. But it’s cool, Andre is someone who is highly respected for everything he’s done for the game. So it was cool.”

On finding pride in doing the dirty work and connecting his teammates:

“I take a lot of pride in it. Especially right now, you just look at numbers and you don’t understand the process of the game. A lot of people think you can just throw five guys in that score X amount of points, and that’s how it’s gonna be. But that’s not always what it is, situations are different. So for me, especially in that starting group, I’m a guy that’s gonna connect the dots, a guy that’s gonna try to be unselfish, get other guys involved, get other guys flowing in good rhythm. I think that gets overlooked, but for me, I take pride in it.”

Mitchell Robinson

On the need to have better starts after the Brooklyn scare:

“We just got to come in ready to go. We can’t take that one like we did this one to start the game. Come out and be prepared to go on Sunday.”

Mikal Bridges

On needing better team starts after escaping the Nets game alive:

“We just got to come out better. That’s pretty much it. We got to be better as a team.”

Jose Alvarado

On the MSG introduction when he started with Brunson out:

“It’s really emotional. If you watched the video of me when they said the starting five and they said me, I pointed to my parents. It’s just something I know where they sit at, I’m always going to look for them and it’s just cool to have them at the game all the time now. New Orleans was pretty tough because they lived out here. So now they can come to every game they want.”

On playing in Brooklyn as a Knick:

“It’s cool. It’s just cool all the time to play with a Knicks jersey on. But obviously playing at Brooklyn, playing against Brooklyn pretty special. Being a kid from down the street, I was raised probably 10 minutes down the street from Barclays Center. It got expensive. My grandma still lives there, my dad’s mom. She lives in the projects right there down the street from Fort Greene. She still lives there. So me and my dad, we go visit. We could walk there. I just remember it being a train station. Obviously, it got developed to a nice city area.”

On not imagining playing for the Knicks:

“I didn’t really think of it like that. I didn’t think none of this. I didn’t think I was going to be playing for the Knicks.”

On energy becoming his NBA skill:

“I didn’t think that growing up. But as I got closer, into college and going into my NBA career, it keeps me in the NBA. That’s one of the reasons I got to the NBA and it separates me from being just in the NBA if that makes sense. I just figured out that’s what God blessed me with, and I’ve just got to do it at a high level.”

On Brunson and Hart teasing him:

“They headaches. They’re good people. They’re great guys. We’ve just got a relationship, they think they can say whatever. But it’s all love and fun. Those guys are great.”

Long Island Nets back into playoffs despite latest loss against Capital City Go-Go

UNIONDALE, NY - MARCH 19: D'Andre Davis #14 of the Long Island Nets looks to pass the ball during the game against the Maine Celtics on March 19, 2026 at The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Evan Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

For the Long Island Nets, not much is going right at this moment. With the Brooklyn Nets having the three two-ways, Malachi Smith and the remaining Flatbush 4, Long Island has been left with slim pickings and a four-game losing streak.

However, a stroke of luck did favor them Sunday evening. Despite coming up just short against the Capital City Go-Go in Capital City, the Long Island squad is heading back to the G-League playoffs! A combination of other scores around the league helped the Nets back in.

At the moment, they’ve got the seventh seed in the post-season and would play the second seed, the Greensboro Swarm, in North Carolina likely on March 31. Other than the Finals, all the league playoff matches are single elimination, aka win or go home…

The last time Long Island made it this far came two years ago when they got all the way to the conference finals before losing to the Maine Celtics. The team saw a major turnaround this season with the likes of the Flatbush 5’s Danny Wolf, Ben Saraf, Drake Powell, and Nolan Traore, and the three Brooklyn two-way stars – Chaney Johnson, EJ Liddell and Tyson Etienne – leading the charge to get them in this spot.

Now, the question is how many of their three two-ways and 10-day Malachi Smith will be available for the post-season. With Brooklyn losing players to injury one after another, will they send any of the four players back? Indeed, Brooklyn has to make a decision Monday on what to do with Smith who’s initial 10-day runs out. If they renew him, he’ll be with the big club through March 31. If they don’t, he would presumably return to Nassau Coliseum.

Sunday’s game was promising building block game for all five of Long Island’s new starters. After going down 46-23 after the first quarter, Long Island entered the fourth quarter down by ten. Long Island tied the game to force overtime but missed all of its shots in the extended session, as it fell to the Go-Go by seven, 127-120.

Leading the way in this one was second-year Long Island player, Trevon Scott. Scott finished having arguably his best shooting game of the season, connecting on 10 of his 16 tries, including shooting 40% from deep, for a total of 22 points. He also had seven rebounds and two assists to go with it. He was one of just three Nets starters to score over 20 points in this game.

The 6’9” 29-year-old has been one of the team’s stalwarts for the entire season working with the Flatbush 5 and other young players and playing in all but one of Long Island’s games, 46 in all. Scott who hasn’t played in the NBA since 2022 and then only two games with the Cavaliers is a basketball vagabond. He’s played in the G League as well as the French, Canadian and Puerto Rican leagues.

Other normally bench players got big minutes with the two-ways and Smith with Brooklyn. Very promising with the playoffs right around the corner.

Hunter Cattoor, 6’3” 25-year-old point guard, put together a career night, finishing with 21 points. He connected on eight of his 14 tries, including going five-for-nine from deep. Cattoor also had six rebounds, four assists, and a game-leading three steals. This may have been Cattoor’s best all-around showing that we’ve ever seen from him.

David Muoka once again got the start at the center position. Muoka flirted with a double-double after he connected on 10 of his 14 tries for 20 points and hauled in nine boards. Since being named a starter, we’ve seen Muoka show a different and more complete side of himself. He also had two steals and a game-leading three blocks, playing the big-man role.

Terry Roberts flirted with a triple-double, numbers we saw him put up quite often at the end of last season when Killian Hayes first got called up to Brooklyn. Roberts finished with 15 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists. He also had two steals while playing a clean game and finishing with zero turnovers. However, shooting was a bit of an issue for Roberts, as he connected on just four of his 13 tries. including missing both his tries from deep.

Dre Davis was the fifth and final starter for Long Island on Sunday. Davis, the Seton Hall and Ole Miss product was coming off a career-high of 25 points. The 24-year-old 6’6” wing finished with 15 points on Sunday and had four rebounds, four assists, two steals, and a block but missed all six of his 3-point attempts and turned the ball over four times, the most on the team.

One of the biggest difference makers for Long Island on Sunday came off the bench as Javon Freeman-Liberty once again shined. He finished with 15 points, connecting on four of his eight tries, including shooting 25% from deep. He also forced overtime for Long Island as he connected on both of his tries from the foul line to tie the game at 120 with 15 seconds left. Freeman-Liberty also had four rebounds, five assists, and one steal.

Next Up

The Long Island Nets (18-15) return to the court on Tuesday, as they match up with their cross-town rivals, the Westchester Knicks. Long Island looks to get back in the win column after dropping its last four games, with the playoffs quickly approaching. The game tips off at 7:00 p.m. EST and can be watched on ESPN+ and the Gotham Sports app.

Jayson Tatum talks about frustrations on court as he works back from Achilles injury

There are a lot of positives since Jayson Tatum's return to play in Boston. The Celtics are 6-2 in the games he has played and he scored 20+ points in five games and has a couple of double-doubles.

Then there are nights like Sunday, when he shot 6-of-16 in a loss to Minnesota. After the game, he talked about the frustrating process of finding his way back and having off days, via Adam Himmelsbach of The Boston Globe.

"It's tough in the moment, right? You try not to think about it. You just want to be Jason Tatum and feel like yourself again. I'm not Superman, so, obviously, it's going to take some time. I think the next day I can give myself a little more grace over certain things, but in the moment, I mean, it's frustrating."

While Tatum has put up numbers, his efficiency has not yet returned. He's shooting 38.8% overall, 29.3% from 3-point range, and has yet to shoot over 50% in any of his games. That said, he's also grabbing 8.9 rebounds a night and has contributed to winning, but he is finding his role next to Jaylen Brown.

Speaking to NBC before the game, Brown said communication between him and Tatum is key for the team.
While the No. 2 seed Celtics had been looking up the standings at catching shorthanded Detroit for the No. 1 seed, they had better focus on wins to keep the No. 3 seed Knicks at bay — New York is just half a game back for that second seed. Boston is going to need Tatum for that.

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: Daniss Jenkins delivers in fantasy semifinals

Managers in Yahoo! default leagues have reached the fantasy semifinals. It’s win-or-go-home with a trip to the fantasy championship on the line, and navigating the waiver wire is more treacherous than ever. Fortunately, there are 10 widely-available players who can help needy rosters earn a victory and advance to the final week of the season.

For a great breakdown of the Week 22 schedule with actionable advice, check out Raphielle Johnson’s Fantasy Basketball Week 22 Schedule Primer.

As a reminder, this article will only feature players rostered in 25% or less of Yahoo! leagues for the rest of the season. The waiver wire in competitive leagues is cut-throat, and managers looking for an end-of-season edge will need to dive deep.

Here are the top fantasy basketball waiver wire adds for Week 22.

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Priority Adds

1. Daniss Jenkins
2. Bones Hyland
3. Cody Williams
4. Mitchell Robinson
5. Taylor Hendricks
6. Peyton Watson
7. EJ Harkless
8. Yves Missi
9. Nolan Traoré
10. Malik Monk

Peyton Watson, Denver Nuggets (25 percent rostered)

Watson returned from a six-week absence and provided a 14/6/3 line in just 20 minutes. He should continue to ramp up his playing time and get back into his groove in the coming weeks. He ranks 112th in per-game fantasy value this season, and he provided some monster efforts for fantasy managers before getting injured.

Daniss Jenkins, Detroit Pistons (23 percent rostered)

Jenkins is the ultimate fill-in option for the injured Cade Cunningham, and with Cade on the shelf for at least another week, the former is in line for a strong run to help fantasy managers win their week. In 51 games with Cunningham available, Jenkins averaged just 6.7 points, 1.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.8 three-pointers across 15.4 minutes. In nine games without Cade, Jenkins’ production shoots up to 14.9 points, 3.3 rebounds, 7.9 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 triples across 32.5 minutes. He posted a 22/7/8/1 line in his last game out, and I expect another productive week as the Pistons play four games.

Cody Williams, Utah Jazz (21 percent rostered)

Williams was our featured pick-up last week, and he’s still available in nearly 80% of Yahoo! leagues. Over his last nine games, C-Will has averaged 16.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.9 triples across 35 minutes. He’s one of a few Jazz players still getting significant playing time during tank season.

Taylor Hendricks, Memphis Grizzlies (19 percent rostered)

Over his last four games, Hendricks ranks 20th in per-game fantasy value thanks in large part to his elite defensive contributions. Across his last five games, Hendricks has averaged 12.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 triples to go with a whopping 3.0 steals and 1.6 swats. Memphis’ rotation is thin, and Hendricks’ role should be consistent down the stretch.

Mitchell Robinson, New York Knicks (18 percent rostered)

Robinson has posted strong numbers over his last six games (one start), operating as a strong source of rebounds, defensive stats and FG%. In that span, he’s averaged 7.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.5 blocked shots across just 21.7 minutes. Robinson has at least one steal in five of those games, multiple blocks in four games and double-digit rebounds in five.

Malik Monk, Sacramento Kings (16 percent rostered)

With most of Sacramento’s guard rotation banged up, Monk had one of his best games of the season on Sunday when he finished with 32 points, two rebounds, six dimes, a blocked shot and seven three-pointers. The Kings play four times, including a back-to-back set to close out the week on Saturday and Sunday. Monk could see additional run if Russell Westbrook, Nique Clifford or Killian Hayes continue to sit out.

Bones Hyland, Minnesota Timberwolves (11 percent rostered)

Hyland has been hot since Anthony Edwards went out, averaging 20.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.0 steals and 3.3 triples across 26.3 minutes. Minnesota has scored 117.3 points per game in that span and sports a 3-1 record without its superstar, thanks in large part to the strong play of Bones and Ayo Dosunmu. Dosunmu is too widely rostered to be considered for this article, but Hyland could still be available on your waiver wire.

Yves Missi, New Orleans Pelicans (10 percent rostered)

Missi’s role with New Orleans has shrunk in Year 2, but he’s seen an uptick in production as of late. Across his last six games, he’s averaged 6.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.5 blocks in just 23.7 minutes. Missi has started twice in that span and corralled double-digit rebounds four times.

Nolan Traoré, Brooklyn Nets (6 percent rostered)

Traoré is getting it done on both ends of the court, which has been highly beneficial for fantasy managers. Across his last three games, Traore has averaged 13.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.3 swats and 1.7 triples. He’s worth a look as Brooklyn gives its young guys plenty of run down the stretch.

EJ Harkless, Utah Jazz (3 percent rostered)

Keyonte George is still out, and Isaiah Collier is banged up. Harkless has stepped up in a big way, and he ranks 61st in per-game fantasy value across his last four outings. He’s started two straight, and Harkless has posted strong averages of 19.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 7.5 assists, 2.5 steals and 2.5 triples across 35 minutes. Expect plenty of Harkless over the final two weeks of the fantasy playoffs.

Other options:Derrick Jones Jr. (18%), Davion Mitchell (18%), Derrick Jones Jr. (15%), Jared McCain (7%), Paul Reed (4%), Kennedy Chandler (2%)

Greg McDermott retiring from Creighton after 16 years as Bluejays coach

Creighton men's basketball coach Greg McDermott's legendary career is coming to its close.

Monday, both McDermott and Creighton officials announced his impending retirement after 16 seasons leading the Bluejays program, during which time he became the school's all-time leader in wins.

McDermott will finish this season with the Bluejays, who are in the College Basketball Crown tournament after not qualifying for the NCAA Tournament.

Simultaneously with the announcement of McDermott's exit, Creighton announced that coaching veteran Alan Huss will take over the program. Huss had been named head-coach-in-waiting a year ago when he returned to Creighton.

“It has been an incredible honor to lead the Creighton men’s basketball program for the past 16 years,” McDermott said in the school's release. “I’m very proud of the young men that have proudly worn the Bluejay uniform and represented our program in a first-class manner. Witnessing their growth and development on and off the playing floor was especially gratifying. “I’m deeply grateful for the support of my family, our players, coaching staff and support staff, as well as the presidents, athletic directors, and all the University and athletic administrators. The support of the Omaha community consistently packing our arena with 17,000 fans has created many fond memories. While this chapter of my career comes to a close, my love and respect for the Bluejays will never fade. I look forward to the continued success of Bluejay basketball under the leadership of Alan Huss."

Taking over at Creighton in 2010 after four seasons leading the Iowa State program, McDermott had a 23-win debut season for the Bluejays and by Year 2 made the first of three consecutive and 10 overall NCAA Tournament appearances.

Creighton under McDermott five times made the NCAA's Round of 32, as well as three Sweet 16 appearances and one trip to the Elite Eight.

He amassed 365 of his 645 career wins during his time atop Creighton, which is scheduled to play Rutgers in the College Basketball Crown event on April 2.

A former Creighton player in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Huss returned to his alma mater -- where he previously served eight seasons as McDermott's top assistant -- last spring after a three-year run at the helm of the High Point basketball program. Huss also served as an assistant coach at New Mexico and was a head coach in the prep ranks.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Greg McDermott stepping down after 16 years at Creighton

Iga Swiatek parts with coach after Miami Open shock

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek has parted company with her coach after her shock first round elimination at the Miami Open, she said on Monday.

In a post on Instagram, the world No. 3 announced her split from Wim Fissette, who she had worked with since 2024 and claimed her first Wimbledon title with last year.

Swiatek, who has won six Grand Slam titles, said she'd “decided to take a different path.”

“I’m grateful for his support, experience, and everything we achieved together — including one of my biggest dreams in sport.”

The 24-year-old from Poland was beaten in three sets by world No. 50 Magda Linette in Miami last week. The defeat ended her run of 73 straight opening-round wins on tour.

“Miami was challenging for me. I feel disappointment, bitterness and responsibility for my performance on the court of course,” she said.

Swiatek said the rest of her team would remain unchanged.

“I know there are many questions, but l’ll let you know what’s next at the right time. I’m taking a moment to take care of myself, process this experience, and prepare for a new chapter,” she said.

Fissette has worked with a long list of top players that includes Naomi Osaka, Kim Clijsters and Victoria Azarenka.

Warriors vs Mavericks Prediction, Picks & Best Bets for Tonight’s NBA Game

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In tonight's Golden State Warriors vs. Dallas Mavericks matchup, all eyes shift to Brandin Podziemski with Stephen Curry still sidelined.

The increased workload has clearly taken a toll, but this is the exact type of spot to buy back in. Dallas doesn’t offer the same defensive resistance Golden State has been dealing with, giving Podziemski a much softer runway offensively.

Our Warriors vs. Mavericks predictions and NBA picks expect a response here — and with volume still on his side, the value points toward Podziemski clearing his scoring number on March 23.

Warriors vs Mavericks prediction

Warriors vs Mavericks best bet: Brandin Podziemski Over 14.5 points (-120)

Brandin Podziemski is mired in a shooting slump, firing at 28.6% the past four games. He’s topped 10 points only once in that span after averaging just shy of 20 points in the first seven games of the month.

A lineup of stingy opponents has worn down the Golden State Warriors guard, with five of the past six contests coming against Top-11 defenses. The Dallas Mavericks, however, are a welcome break. The Mavs are 25th in defensive rating since the All-Star break.

Podziemski is getting the minutes and touches to top his scoring total, and most projections are flirting with 16 points.

Warriors vs Mavericks same-game parlay

Game models have the Warriors winning and covering this short spread.

Podziemski isn’t just playing to secure his spot on this roster going forward, but with one year left on his rookie deal, now is the optimal time to re-sign for bigger money. Before this four-game slump, he scored 16 or more points in 10 of 14 games.

Cooper Flagg is putting the finishing touches on a stellar rookie season. However, he’s stuck in his own shooting skid. The No. 1-overall pick is hitting 42% from the field in his last three games, respectively scoring 21, 17, and 18 points in those outings. Projections have him as low as 18.7 points.

Warriors vs Mavericks SGP

  • Warriors -2
  • Brandin Podziemski Over 14.5 points
  • Cooper Flagg Under 21.5 points

Our "from downtown" SGP: Giving the nod to Pods

Podziemski hasn’t lost the support of head coach Steve Kerr, who is taking a long look at him at both the shooting guard and point guard positions. The Mavericks don’t push back much, and his assist projections are around five dimes.

Warriors vs Mavericks SGP

  • Warriors -2
  • Over 230.5
  • Brandin Podziemski Over 14.5 points
  • Brandin Podziemski Over 4.5 assists

Warriors vs Mavericks odds

  • Spread: Warriors -2 (-110) | Mavericks +2 (-110)
  • Moneyline: Warriors -130 | Mavericks +110
  • Over/Under: Over 230.5 (-110) | Under 230.5 (-110)

Warriors vs Mavericks betting trend to know

The Golden State Warriors have gone Over the total in 28 of their last 45 games (+9.30 Units/19% ROI). Find more NBA betting trends for Warriors vs. Mavericks.

How to watch Warriors vs Mavericks

LocationAmerican Airlines Center, Dallas, TX
DateMonday, March 23, 2026
Tip-off9:30 p.m. ET
TVPeacock, NBCSN

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How to watch San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat: Live stream info for tonight's game

Tonight's Peacock NBA Monday doubleheader action begins at 7:00 PM when the San Antonio Spurs take on the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center. The excitement continues at 9:30 PM with a Golden State Warriors vs Dallas Mavericks matchup in Texas. Live coverage begins at 6:00 PM with NBA Showtime on NBC and Peacock. See below for additional information on how to watch each game.

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Miami Heat vs San Antonio Spurs Game Preview:

With only 11 games left in the regular season, every win is crucial for the Miami Heat who have lost the last four, falling from sixth to ninth in the Eastern Conference. They are currently in Play-In position just one game behind the Atlanta Hawks for the No. 6 seed.

“This is when you say you have to develop some grit, you have to go through it when there are consequences and when you feel these kind of emotions and when you feel like every possession does matter. Part of the grit is you have to go through some pain. So we’re going through a little bit of pain right now, and that’s going to steel us. It’s going to make us better," said Miami head coach Erik Spoelstra after the team's loss to Houston Rockets on Saturday.

The Spurs officially clinched a playoff berth last Thursday, ending the six season playoff drought which was the longest in franchise history. Victor Wembanyama is the heavy favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year. If he wins, he would become the youngest player to win the award at 22 years old, breaking Dwight Howard's record.

The Spurs' All-Star leads the league with an average of 3 blocks per game and leads San Antonio in scoring (24.3 ppg) and rebounds (11.1 rpg). However, Wembanyama has missed 15 games this season. He can only miss three more games to remain eligible for postseason awards.

RELATED:Can Spurs, Wemby handle demands of the playoffs?

How to watch Miami Heat vs San Antonio Spurs:

  • When: Monday, March 23
  • Where: Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida
  • Time: 7:00 PM ET
  • Live Stream: NBCSN and Peacock

What other NBA games are on Peacock tonight?

  • Golden State Warriors vs Dallas Mavericks - 9:00 PM ET on NBCSN and Peacock

How to watch the NBA on NBC and Peacock:

Peacock NBA Monday will stream up to three Monday night games each week throughout the regular season. Coast 2 Coast Tuesday presents doubleheaders on Tuesday nights throughout the regular season on NBC and Peacock. On most Tuesdays, an 8 p.m. ET game will be on NBC stations in the Eastern and Central time zones, and an 8 p.m. PT game on NBC stations in the Pacific and often Mountain time zones.

Check local listings each week. Both games will stream live nationwide on Peacock. Sunday Night Basketball coverage will also be available on NBC and Peacock. For a full schedule of the NBA on NBC and Peacock, click here.

How to sign up for Peacock:

Sign up here to watch all of our LIVE sports, sports shows, documentaries, classic matches, and more. You'll also get tons of hit movies and TV shows, Originals, news, 24/7 channels, and current NBC & Bravo hits—Peacock is here for whatever you’re in the mood for.

NBA on NBC 2025-26 Schedule:

Click here to see the full list of NBA games that will air on NBC and Peacock this season.

What devices does Peacock support?

You can enjoy Peacock on a variety of devices. View the full list of supported devices here.