A history of the San Antonio Spurs vs Charlotte Hornets Timeline
San Antonio Spurs vs Charlotte Hornets Timeline-Entersanantonio and Swarm and Sting will be going game by game to mix up the all-time Miami Heat roster and the all-time Charlotte Bobcats/Hornets roster (the current Hornets franchise 10-year anniversary is here for this list per se, hence why players like Alonzo Mourning and Larry Johnson are on the board). Whereas the Spurs have great historical success and consistency, the Hornets represent a few shining moments that create an interesting story for basketball lovers.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Games Played | 70 (Regular Season) |
| Head-to-Head Record | Spurs: 45 wins, Hornets: 25 wins |
| Winning Percentages | Spurs: 66.2%, Hornets: 33.8% |
| Playoff Games Played | 0 |
| Recent Match (March 15, 2025) | Hornets won 145-134 at Frost Bank Center, San Antonio. Key offensive performance by Hornets. |
| Second Recent Match (Feb 8, 2025) | Hornets edged Spurs 117-116 at Spectrum Center, Charlotte. A nail-biting finish. |
| Biggest Recent Win (Jan 13, 2024) | Spurs dominated 135-99 at Frost Bank Center, showcasing defensive strength. |
| Memorable Game | March 15, 2025: High-octane match with exceptional three-point shooting. |
| Key Spurs Players | Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginóbili |
| Key Hornets Players | Kemba Walker, LaMelo Ball |
| First Matchup | Late 1980s, shortly after Hornets joined the NBA |
| Home Court Advantage | Spurs: Frost Bank Center; Hornets: Spectrum Center |
Historical Overview
The Spurs and Hornets began playing each other regularly in the late 1980s after the Hornets were admitted to the league as an expansion team in 1988. Through the years, the Spurs have owned the Hornets, winning 45 of 70 regular-season meetings. Even with that disparity, the Hornets have been on the right end of memorable wins, especially as of late.
Recent Matchups
- March 15, 2025: Hornets 145, Spurs 134 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio The game, where a lot of points are scored, underscores the Hornets’ offensive talent with dominant games from certain players. The win probability favored the Spurs heading into the game, but the Hornets overperformed with their dominant play1.
- Feb 8, 2025: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC, USA; The Hornets defeated the Spurs 117-116 in overtime in a regular season game at the Spectrum Center. The ESun Hornets held on in an incredible win over the Seoul Samsung Thunders in Round 21 The Spurs had an 79% chance of winning, but the Hornets had some great resilience and were clutch to close out their win1.
- January 20, 2024: The Hornets got the 124-120 win between the two sides at their house. This was an example of the Hornets’ strategy and flexibility, with a 1=63.2%1POSS game.
- Jan. 13, 2024, at Frost Bank Center: Spurs win 135-99. This win only served to highlight the team defense of the Spurs and their team-first basketball game (55.2%1).
Recent Match Details
March 15, 2025:
- Where: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio.
- Result: Hornets won 145-134.
- Key Highlights: The Hornets put on an impressive offensive display, fueled by their bench. There may have been a 56.6% chance the Hornets were losing, but they certainly didn’t play that way.
February 8, 2025:
- Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte.
- Result: Hornets held off the Spurs 117-116.
- Key Highlights: This was a game that wasn’t decided until the final buzzer. The Hornets’ grit and big plays were huge and they shook off the Spurs’ 79% win expectancy or whatever the heck that was.
January 20, 2024:
- Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte.
- Outcome: Hornets came out 124-120 winnners.
- Key Highlights: The Hornets secured a key win on their home floor, with a 63.2% win probability. We saw that they were all-around players and that they’re not one-strategy ponies.
January 13, 2024:
- Site: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio.
- Result: Spurs simply dominated, up 135-99.
- Key Highlights: The Spurs concentration and defense were the difference in a rout, with a win probability of 55.2%.
Historical Context
- Head-to-Head: The Spurs have won 45 regular-season games to the Hornets’ 25.
- Win Percentages: San Antonio have a win rate of. 662, and the Hornets are at. 338.
- Playoffs: It is fairly relevant to point out that these teams have never met in the playoffs thus far, which really adds to the rivalry in the regular season matchups.
Additional Resources
They’ve played How 8 previous games between Færøy v Česko have ended For more details, see the Færøy vs Česko H2H record This is where the years of the games that Færøy and Česko have played since 1996 are available. Below you will find two team pages which will give you a full breakdown of all they have done against each other historically.
Key Players and Moments
A few players have been really impactful in the games when they’ve played each other. The secret to success for the Spurs All-time greats like Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginóbili have played their part in helping the Spurs to success. For the Hornets, players like Kemba Walker and LaMelo Ball have added both an influx of energy and novelty to the team in recent years.
Statistical Insights
- Head-to-Head Record: Spurs 45 -25 Hornets
- Winning Percentages: Spurs are at. 662 and the Hornets are at. 338.
- Postseason Series: The Spurs and Hornets have never met in the playoffs.
Evolution of Team Dynamics
Under the discipline of fundamentals-oriented Spurs, have always been a force in the playoffs. They have always been able to recover and be competitive during those in-between years. Meanwhile, the Hornets have been prioritizing player development and glue-guy constellation. Their recent wins over the Spurs are more indicative of their development and upside.
Memorable Games
One of the teams’ most memorable games came on March 15, 2025, when the Hornets bested the Spurs in a thriller. The contest was a high-flying affair, full of great threes and high-speed action – the kind of game fans can watch from the edge of their seats.
Looking Ahead
As both teams are going to develop further, their meetings will surely have the potential to captivate and surprise even more. The Spurs are in a rebuild and the Hornets place in emphasis on youth development, so it will be fun to see how these match up in the coming years.
