Detroit Pistons vs San Antonio Spurs Head-to-Head

Spurs built their historical edge pre-1996, winning 30 of 46 decided meetings (65%). In the modern era they are 41-26 against each other (61% Spurs). They have met in 1 NBA Finals. Games average a 12.1-point winning margin, with the largest decided blowout coming via Spurs' 39-point win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Spurs hold a 14-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 25 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series and the era that anchors most of its statistical character. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1976, so the rivalry has now spanned 50 seasons of league history. Most recent result: Spurs won 121-106 on Mar 5, 2026. Through the 2020s Spurs have led 8-4 between the teams.