Thunder vs. Spurs Picks & Prediction for Tuesday December 23 2025
Use Code WWWC On Tuesday, the Oklahoma City Thunder will visit the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center, and we have you ready to go with our Thunder vs. Spurs prediction, odds, and preview. Tip-off from San Antonio, TX, is at 8:30 p.m. ET.
These teams played on December 13 in the NBA Cup semifinals, a game the Spurs won 111-109. OKC led for more than 60 percent of the game, but SA was boosted by the return of Victor Wembanyama, who contributed 22 points and nine rebounds in his first game back from a 12-game absence. If you want the Thunder vs. Spurs prediction, read on to get our top NBA predictions and increase your bankroll!
*Article published before Monday's Thunder game.
Can OKC get its revenge vs. San Antonio?
Oklahoma City (25-3 SU, 15-13 ATS, and 15-13 O/U) lost 112-107 to Minnesota in its previous game, failing to cover as seven-point spread favorites. Both teams shot under 40 percent from the field, but they combined for 77 free throw attempts. OKC led for more than 60 percent of the action, but T-Wolves star Anthony Edwards carried his team down the stretch to win.
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Oklahoma City is led by G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who averages 32.5 points and 6.4 assists per game. The Thunder score 122.5 points per game (3rd) on 49.2 percent shooting (3rd), including 37.2 percent from three-point range (6th). Their opponents score 106.4 points per game (1st) on 42.6 percent shooting (1st), including 36.3 percent from beyond the arc (18th)
The Thunder were the youngest team in the NBA last season, and management has committed to the future, inking Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Holmgren to long-term extensions. For a franchise that once let Kevin Durant, James Harden, and Russell Westbrook get away, that was a welcome sight for fans. As long as the team's stars can stay healthy, there's no reason to believe OKC won't be a title contender this season and in the years to come.
Oklahoma City Thunder Basketball Injury Report:
- F Jaylin Williams (foot) and SG Aaron Wiggins (adductor) are day-to-day.
Spurs are a tough team to beat at home this season
San Antonio (21-7 SU, 16-11-1 ATS, and 15-13 O/U) beat Washington 124-113 on Sunday, failing to cover the 14-point spread. The Spurs shot just 41 percent overall, but knocked down 25 free throws and scored 56 in the paint. They also dominated on the glass, outrebounding the Wizards 61-43 and grabbing 20 offensive rebounds.
F Victor Wembanyama leads San Antonio in scoring at 24.4 points with 12.3 rebounds and 3.3 blocks per game. A few Spurs to watch against the Thunder are G De'Aaron Fox (22.4 PPG and 6.1 APG), G Stephon Castle (18.3 PPG, 7.2 APG, and 5.6 RPG), G Devin Vassell (15.7 PPG and 4.0 RPG), and G Dylan Harper (12.6 PPG and 3.6 APG).
San Antonio averages 120.1 points per game (6th) and shoots 48.3 percent from the field (6th), including 36.4 percent from three (12th). The Spurs allow 113.7 points per game (7th) on 46.4 percent shooting (11th), including 36.1 percent from beyond the arc (16th). They are 6th in NET rating, including 7th in offensive rating and 10th in defensive rating, per Dunks and Threes.
San Antonio Spurs Basketball Injury Report:
- No injuries to report.
Thunder vs. Spurs Pick and Preview
Spread Pick for Thunder vs. Spurs
- San Antonio covers (4 Units)
Betting Trends: OKC is 1-3 ATS with no rest and 3-6 ATS with a rest disadvantage this season.
San Antonio isn't just a team on the rise; it's a legit Western Conference contender. The Spurs are young and hungry, the mix of talent and mindset that elevated OKC from a title hopeful to an NBA Finals champion last season. When Wemby went down, the Spurs' complementary pieces stepped up, and now that their star is back, they should continue to make strides as a unit. While it's unlikely they'll hoist the Larry O'Brien trophy after this season, the Spurs are capable of beating the Thunder twice in two weeks, especially at home, where they're 10-2 SU and 9-3 ATS.
These teams will play again on Christmas Day in Oklahoma City, but I expect San Antonio to put up its best effort at home on Tuesday. Bet on the Spurs to at least cover the spread!
Over/Under Pick for Thunder vs. Spurs
- Under (5 Units)
Betting Trend: The under is 4-1 in the last five meetings between these teams, and they combined for only 220 points on December 13.
OKC is playing a back-to-back on Monday and Tuesday, and then will host San Antonio on Thursday. That's a challenging stretch for a Thunder team that has lost some momentum recently, taking a couple of losses, and is dealing with several nagging injuries to significant players, including big men Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein. They will be challenged by a healthier, rested Spurs squad ranked 4th in rim defense this season.
I don't expect San Antonio to dominate on the other end of the court, though. The Spurs shot just 41 percent against the Thunder in their last matchup, including 13-for-42 from three-point range. Neither team had an advantage in the rebounding department or in the paint, either. Oklahoma City will rely on its defense to prevent San Antonio from gaining too much momentum, resulting in another competitive, lower-scoring game in this budding Western Conference rivalry.
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