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Jared McCain (13 pts) returned to Philadelphia tonight as the Thunder defeated the 76ers.

What we know about Monday night’s games:

  • Victor Wembanyama dominated (26 pts, 15 reb, 5 blk) as the Spurs cruised past the Heat 136-111.
  • Our national TV doubleheader continues on NBC Sports Network and Peacock with Cooper Flagg’s Mavericks taking on Draymond Green’s Warriors (9:30 ET).
  • Jared McCain (13 pts) returned to Philadelphia to help the Thunder defeat the 76ers 123-103, earning their 12th straight victory.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 11:06 ET

Ace high

Look at the young man soar.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 10:52 ET

Bulls knock off Rockets

Kevin Durant had 40 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. Alperen Sengun went off for 33 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks.

But the Bulls had seven scorers in double figures, getting 53 points from their bench and shooting 19-of-38 from 3-point range, en route to the 134-132 victory.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 10:26 ET

The Sengun surge

But the Bulls have taken control, 129-124, with just seconds to go.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 10:04 ET

Pistons snap Lakers’ winning streak

113-110, as Jalen Duren (20 pts, 10 rebounds) led the effort that ended Los Angeles’ 12-game winning streak.

Luka Dončić (32 pts, 6 reb, 7 ast on 29 shots) was held relatively in check by Detroit’s stalwart defense, which leads the league in steals and blocks per game.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 9:59 ET

Pacers win a battle

128-126 over the Magic. Paolo Banchero (39 pts) and Pascal Siakam (37 pts) went at it in a classic star duel.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 9:49 ET

Spurs cruise past Heat

136-111, as Victor Wembanyama (26 pts, 15 reb, 5 blk) starred on Peacock and NBC Sports Network.

Six Spurs scored in double figures during the contest, as San Antonio dominated the glass 71-44.

Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro (18 pts apiece) led the way for the Heat.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 9:32 ET

A delivery from the King

A bit of Magic Johnson from the current legendary Lakers 6’9″ playmaker.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 9:00 ET

What, Wemby?

How many centers in NBA history could make this play? Bill Walton? Arvydas Sabonis? Shaq?

The dexterity and grace are off-the-charts remarkable.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 8:28 ET

Paolo and Pascal dueling

Paolo Banchero and Pascal Siakam's highlights from Magic-Pacers.

Banchero (22 pts) and Siakam (20 pts) are our top two scorers on the night so far, as the Magic lead the Pacers 66-65 early in the third quarter.

Catch the contest on League Pass!

MARCH 21, 2026 // 8:04 ET

Wemby is everywhere

The Spurs’ center (11 pts, 3 blk) is controlling affairs so far on Peacock, as San Antonio’s racked up a 26-16 advantage in points in the paint.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 7:47 ET

McCain hot early

Thunder are up 41-29 over the 76ers with 9:44 to go in the second quarter.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 7:30 ET

Wemby takes flight

Victor Wembanyama is sixth in the NBA this season with 141 dunks — Rudy Gobert’s at the top of the list with 173.

MARCH 21, 2026 // 6:30 ET

Jared McCain returns to Philadelphia

Jared McCain's top highlights with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The No. 16 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, traded to Oklahoma City in exchange for a first-round pick and three second-round picks in February, is back in Philadelphia tonight.

McCain (15.3 ppg in his rookie season with Philadelphia, 12.7 ppg with OKC so far) is a skilled shooter on the move, with stable form and strong touch. He’s also able to get to the rim with smooth footwork and his sturdy frame.

The Duke product is a classic microwave scorer — fitting for someone with the emotional fortitude to go routinely viral on TikTok. What will he do tonight as he graces the court at Xfinity Mobile Arena again?

MARCH 21, 2026 // 6:00 ET

A 10-game night in the Association!

Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs face Bam Adebayo’s Heat to open tonight’s doubleheader on NBC Sports Network and Peacock.

Welcome to Monday night in the NBA!

Tonight’s schedule is headlined by Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs taking on Bam Adebayo’s Heat followed by Draymond Green’s Warriors hosting Cooper Flagg’s Mavericks on Peacock and NBC Sports Network.

Here’s tonight’s complete schedule:

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