The San Antonio Spurs (19-7) visit the Atlanta Hawks (15-13) in an interconference showdown that highlights contrasting trajectories. The Spurs, one of the Western Conference’s top teams, boast a potent offense led by emerging stars and veterans, while the Hawks struggle with inconsistency and key injuries in the East. San Antonio aims to extend its strong road form against a Hawks squad desperate to halt a slide. The Spurs enter as slight favorites, with their depth potentially overwhelming Atlanta’s depleted roster.
Venue Location
The game takes place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET.
It will be televised on FanDuel Sports Network Southeast (FDSSE).
Team Records
San Antonio Spurs: 19-7 (4th in Western Conference, 2nd in Southwest Division)
Atlanta Hawks: 15-13 (9th in Eastern Conference, 2nd in Southeast Division)
San Antonio holds a 10-5 road record, while Atlanta is 8-6 at home.
Recent Team Forms
The Spurs have been formidable, going 7-3 in their last 10 with high-scoring wins, averaging 122.4 points per game overall. Atlanta, however, has faltered at 3-7 in its last 10, plagued by defensive lapses (allowing 124.1 points per game in losses) following a stronger start.
San Antonio Spurs Recent Form (Last 10 Games):
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Dec 16 | vs NYK | L | 113-124 |
| Dec 13 | vs OKC | W | 111-109 |
| Dec 10 | vs LAL | W | 132-119 |
| Dec 8 | vs NOP | W | 135-132 |
| Dec 5 | vs CLE | L | 117-130 |
| Dec 3 | vs ORL | W | 114-112 |
| Dec 2 | vs MEM | W | 126-119 |
| Nov 30 | vs MIN | L | 112-125 |
| Nov 28 | vs DEN | W | 139-136 |
| Nov 26 | vs POR | W | 115-102 |
Atlanta Hawks Recent Form (Last 10 Games): (Note: Scores reflect Hawks’ points first for consistency, adjusted based on results.)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Dec 18 | @ CHA | L | 126-133 |
| Dec 14 | vs PHI | W | 120-117 |
| Dec 12 | vs DET | L | 115-142 |
| Dec 6 | vs WAS | W | 131-116 |
| Dec 5 | @ DEN | L | 133-134 |
| Dec 3 | @ LAC | L | 92-115 |
| Dec 1 | vs DET | L | 98-99 |
| Nov 30 | vs PHI | L | 134-142 (2OT) |
| Nov 28 | @ CLE | L | 123-130 |
| Nov 25 | vs WAS | L | 113-132 |
Injury Report
San Antonio Spurs:
Harrison Ingram (F): OUT (G League – Two-Way).
Tre Jones (G): OUT (Left Foot; Jones Fracture Surgery).
Luke Travers (G): OUT (G League – Two-Way).
Victor Wembanyama (C): Probable (left calf; recently returned from injury, minutes may be limited).
The Spurs are mostly healthy in their rotation, but Wembanyama’s calf could cap his playing time.
Atlanta Hawks:
N’Faly Dante (C): OUT (G League – On Assignment).
Kristaps Porzingis (C): OUT (knee; expected return around Dec. 29).
Eli John Ndiaye (C): GTD (undisclosed; day-to-day).
Atlanta’s frontcourt is notably thin without Porzingis and potentially Dante.
Player Matchups
This game features exciting contrasts, particularly in the frontcourt and on the perimeter, with injuries amplifying mismatches:
Victor Wembanyama (SAS) vs. Clint Capela (ATL): If Wembanyama plays (averaging 24.5 PPG, 10.2 RPG, 3.8 BPG), his length and shooting could overwhelm Capela (11.4 PPG, 10.1 RPG). Atlanta’s lack of Porzingis leaves them vulnerable inside.
Keldon Johnson (SAS) vs. Trae Young (ATL): Johnson’s scoring surge (25+ PPG recently) faces Young’s playmaking (27.8 PPG, 10.2 APG). Young’s defense might struggle against Johnson’s physicality.
De’Aaron Fox (SAS) vs. Dyson Daniels (ATL): Fox’s speed (26 PPG) tests Daniels’ perimeter defense. This guard battle could dictate pace, with San Antonio’s backcourt depth giving an edge.
Bench Impact: Spurs’ reserves (Chris Paul, Stephon Castle) average 45.2 PPG, potentially exploiting Atlanta’s thinned rotation. Watch for Zaccharie Risacher (ATL rookie) to provide sparks against San Antonio’s wings.
San Antonio holds advantages in size and scoring, especially if Wembanyama suits up.
Series History
The Spurs lead the all-time regular-season series 61-45. In playoffs, they’ve met sparingly, but San Antonio dominates historically. Over the last 10 regular-season games, the Spurs are 6-4, including a 135-126 home win on November 20, 2025. San Antonio has won 4 of the last 6 meetings by an average of 8.5 points, with the over hitting in 5 of those. Atlanta’s last victory over the Spurs was on February 11, 2022.
Betting Trends
Spread: San Antonio is 14-11-1 ATS overall and 8-7 ATS on the road. Atlanta is 12-16 ATS and 5-9 ATS at home.
Over/Under: Spurs games have gone over in 14 of 26 (53.8%), while Hawks games hit the over in 16 of 28 (57.1%).
Key Trends: San Antonio is 4-2 ATS and SU in its last 6 vs. Atlanta. The over has hit in 5 of the last 7 meetings. Atlanta is 2-8 ATS in its last 10 home games against winning teams, but 4-1 ATS after a loss. The Spurs are 6-4 ATS as road favorites.
Game Odds
San Antonio Spurs – 2.5
Atlanta Hawks 240.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, December 18, 2025
