Top Stories Live Updates: Pistons Beat Wolves on ABC, Hawks Look to Remain Hot
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NBA.com Staff | Updated on March 29, 2026 1:22 AM
What We Know About Saturday’s Games
- Pistons Defeat Timberwolves on ABC/ESPN: Detroit has one of the best defenses in the NBA and it was on full display in this matchup. The Pistons shot 52 percent from the field and 39 percent from 3-point range while holding the Timberwolves to 32 percent from the field and 21 percent from long range.
- Suns-Jazz Close the Night: In a light night across the NBA, we have Phoenix and Utah closing out the night. The Suns still sit seventh in the Western Conference despite losing six of their last seven games. Utah has lost eight of its last nine outings.
- Hawks Look to Remain Hot Against the Kings: Atlanta has been one of the best teams in the NBA over the last month, entering this matchup winning 14 of their last 16 outings. Sacramento sits last in the Western Conference with a 19-55 record.
9:16 PM / March 28, 2026
Bulls Lead Grizzlies at the Half, 58-56
There were nine ties and six lead changes in this tight opening half. Collin Sexton led Chicago with 14 points off the bench. Tyler Burton and Dejon Jarreau led Memphis with 12 points apiece off the bench. +2 headed to the break.
Sexton: 14 points
Matas: 12 points
pic.twitter.com/LSkxGTwm1v — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) March 29, 2026
pic.twitter.com/yToN3Pihu8 — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) March 29, 2026
8:52 PM / March 28, 2026
Hawks Lead Kings at the Half, 66-54
Sacramento had a three-point lead after the first quarter, but Atlanta outscored them in the second quarter, 39-24. Nickeil Alexander-Walker led ATL with 14 points, five assists and three steals. Jalen Johnson generated 13 points, two rebounds and seven assists. Precious Achiuwa led Sacramento with 12 points, six rebounds and two assists.
pic.twitter.com/U52jiuzGSg — Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) March 29, 2026
pic.twitter.com/19j4pgSe4J — Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) March 29, 2026
pic.twitter.com/p83iqCZf2K — Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) March 29, 2026
8:31 PM / March 28, 2026
Sixers Defeat Hornets, 118-114
Philly closed the game on a 26-17 run. Joel Embiid led the way with 29 points, six rebounds, two assists and two blocks. Paul George provided 26 points, 13 rebounds, two assists and four steals. Tyrese Maxey tallied 26 points, seven rebounds and eight assists. Brandon Miller led Charlotte with 29 points and eight rebounds.
pic.twitter.com/Y5rZyb4I7V — Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 29, 2026
pic.twitter.com/WNoZsqVlD4 — Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 29, 2026
8:12 PM / March 28, 2026
Kings Lead Hawks After Q1, 30-27
Sacramento shot 52 percent from the field and 50 percent from 3-point range in that opening frame. Maxime Raynaud leads them with seven points and four rebounds. Jalen Johnson leads ATL with nine points and two assists. See the action on League Pass.
pic.twitter.com/qiKpp0sKMK — Atlanta Hawks (@ATLHawks) March 29, 2026
pic.twitter.com/1RrJDeBUjO — Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) March 29, 2026
7:55 PM / March 28, 2026
Pistons Defeat Timberwolves, 109-87
Detroit shot 52 percent from the field and 39 percent from 3-point range while holding Minnesota to 32 percent from the field and 21 percent from long range. Tobias Harris led the Pistons with 18 points, four rebounds, four assists and three blocks. Jalen Duren had 10 points, 13 rebounds and five assists. Donte DiVincenzo led Minnesota with 22 points, three rebounds, two assists and two blocks.
pic.twitter.com/nFdsvYsDKc — Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/KVmWcl1C2Q — Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 28, 2026
7:29 PM / March 28, 2026
Pistons Lead Timberwolves After 3Q, 74-60
Detroit outscored Minnesota in that quarter, 25-16. Minnesota shot just 4-for-19 in that third quarter. The Pistons are shooting 48 percent while holding the Wolves to 30 percent. Tobias Harris leads the way with 15 points, four rebounds, two assists and three blocks. Donte DiVincenzo leads the Wolves with 17 points, two rebounds, two assists and two blocks. See the finish on ABC/ESPN.
pic.twitter.com/NKGK8KzkTB — Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/1TgVzzfYA6 — Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 28, 2026
7:12 PM / March 28, 2026
Hornets Lead Sixers at the Half, 69-64
Charlotte has held the lead for the whole of the first half. The Hornets recorded 10 offensive rebounds while the Sixers had just three. Brandon Miller leads Charlotte with 18 points. Joel Embiid has 21 points and four rebounds to lead Philly. Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr are back for the Sixers.
pic.twitter.com/kQ7JIQy3Ko — Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/amCbPxe1hA — NBA (@NBA) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/Yc0aWD2FRf — Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) March 28, 2026
6:55 PM / March 28, 2026
Spurs Defeat Bucks, 127-95
San Antonio got out to a 37-24 lead after the first quarter and won this game in wire-to-wire fashion. They also won all four individual quarters in this game. The Spurs shot 55 percent from the field and 40 percent from 3-point range. Victor Wembanyama had 23 points, 15 rebounds and six assists. Stephon Castle collected 22 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
pic.twitter.com/obsh9DKnNy — San Antonio Spurs – x (@spurs) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/VJPEalB4zd — San Antonio Spurs – x (@spurs) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/mf68CKLv2O — NBA (@NBA) March 28, 2026
6:41 PM / March 28, 2026
Pistons Lead Timberwolves at the Half, 49-44
Detroit owns the best record in the Eastern Conference, and they’re looking for a tough road win over Minnesota. The Pistons shot 45 percent from the field while holding the Wolves to 34 percent shooting. Tobias Harris leads Detroit with 11 points and two assists. Donte DiVincenzo leads Minnesota with 11 points as well. Check out the second half on ESPN!
pic.twitter.com/9xZhjzr4F5 — Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 28, 2026
pic.twitter.com/DISk8PcqDx — Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 28, 2026
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