Overview
- San Antonio handed Oklahoma City a 130–110 defeat that the Thunder labeled their worst loss of the season, including their first 20-point deficit.
- Victor Wembanyama came off the bench for 12 points, five rebounds and three assists, while Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 25 points and five three-pointers.
- Stephon Castle, Harrison Barnes and Devin Vassell combined for 61 points on 19-of-31 shooting, hitting 9-of-20 from beyond the arc.
- Wembanyama said he does not yet view the matchup as a rivalry but hopes it grows naturally, and he rejected direct basketball comparisons to Chet Holmgren.
- The Spurs have accounted for half of the Thunder’s losses this season and face them again on Christmas Day with a chance at a third December win.