PREVIEW: The San Antonio Spurs have won six straight games , arriving in Memphis with championship aspirations that have only grown stronger throughout the season. Victor Wembanyama has re-established the franchise and lifted it back into title contention , delivering elite performances on both ends of the floor with his combination of size, skill, and defensive prowess. The Spurs rank first in limiting shots attacking the rim on defense while maintaining a low turnover rate at fifth , showcasing a team-wide commitment to taking care of the basketball and protecting the paint. With the Spurs standing at an NBA-best 22-2 since February 1st , they enter this matchup as heavy favorites against a depleted Grizzlies squad. Memphis has been in freefall without their two best players and are just 2-11 in the month of March , dealing with an injury crisis that has fundamentally altered their roster composition. The Grizzlies feature a high frequency of post-up shots at third in the league while posting a quick tempo at seventh , though their defensive shortcomings have become increasingly apparent against quality opponents. Memphis dropped a 146-107 decision to the Atlanta Hawks on Monday for its third straight loss and 11th in 12 games , a performance that exposed their vulnerability when key rotation players are unavailable. The stark talent differential between these two squads, combined with San Antonio's momentum and Memphis' mounting difficulties, sets the stage for a lopsided encounter that will test whether the Spurs can maintain their elite level of play against an overmatched opponent.