NBA Game Preview: Golden State Warriors (7-6) vs. San Antonio Spurs (8-3)

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Venue & Timing

Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, TX

Tipoff: 6:40 PM CT

Context: NBA Cup Group Play

Injury Report

Golden State Warriors:

Jonathan Kuminga: Out (knee)

Alex Toohey: Out (knee)

De’Anthony Melton: Out (hamstring)

San Antonio Spurs:

Dylan Harper: Out (calf)

Victor Wembanyama: Healthy, averaging near double-double production

Devin Vassell: Healthy, key perimeter scorer

Key Player Matchups

Stephen Curry vs. Spurs Backcourt: Curry scored 46 points on 52% shooting in their last meeting, proving he remains the Warriors’ offensive engine.

Victor Wembanyama vs. Warriors Frontcourt: Wembanyama’s rim protection and rebounding (13 boards vs. Chicago) will challenge Draymond Green and Quinten Post.

Jimmy Butler vs. Devin Vassell: Butler’s veteran scoring and defense against Vassell’s perimeter shooting could swing momentum.

Team Recent Form

Golden State Warriors:

Averaging 115.5 PPG, shooting 45.7% FG, 37% 3PT.

Defense allows 47.6% FG, surrendering 43.3 RPG.

Recent Form: 2–3 in last five, inconsistent but competitive.

San Antonio Spurs:

Averaging 117 PPG, shooting 48.9% FG, 36% 3PT.

Defense anchored by Wembanyama, allowing opponents under 112 PPG.

Recent Form: 3–2 in last five, strong rebounding edge (49 boards vs. Warriors last meeting).

Sseries History

Last Meeting (Nov 2025): Warriors defeated Spurs 125–120, Curry scored 46 points.

Trend: Warriors have won 2 of last 3, but Spurs lead overall season record.

Betting Trends

Spurs: 8–3 ATS, covering in most wins.

Warriors: 7–6 ATS, inconsistent against strong defenses.

Totals: Both teams trending Over due to offensive pace.

Summary: Expect a high-scoring NBA Cup clash at Frost Bank Center. The Spurs’ balanced attack and Wembanyama’s dominance give them the edge, though Curry’s brilliance ensures the Warriors remain competitive. Bettors should lean Spurs -2.5 and Over 234.5.

Prediction: Spurs 121–116

Game Odds

Golden State Warriors                   234.5

San Antonio Spurs                           – 2.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, November 13, 2025