The San Antonio Spurs will face a formidable challenge against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup Semifinals on December 13, 2025. After achieving an upset victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in the quarterfinals, the Spurs are hoping to continue their run against a Thunder team that boasts an impressive record of 24-1.
The Thunder entered the semifinals following a dominant performance against the Phoenix Suns, where they secured a decisive win. Since the return of Jalen Williams, who was sidelined due to a wrist injury, Oklahoma City has not lost a game. The Spurs, despite missing their star center Victor Wembanyama due to a calf injury, have been on a winning streak, successfully covering the spread as underdogs in recent matches.
Current Odds and Game Details
According to DraftKings Sportsbook, the odds for this matchup are heavily in favor of the Thunder. Here are the latest figures:
– **Spread**: Spurs +9.5 (-118) | Thunder -9.5 (-102)
– **Moneyline**: Spurs: +330 | Thunder: -425
– **Total**: 226.5 (Over -108/Under -112)
The game is set to take place at the T-Mobile Arena at 9:00 p.m. EST. Both teams have displayed remarkable performances this season, with the Spurs holding a record of 17-7.
In terms of injuries, the Spurs are optimistic about Wembanyama’s probable return. Other players, including Riley Minix and Harrison Ingram, will remain out. The Thunder have several players listed as out, including Isaiah Joe and Thomas Sorber, while Nikola Topic is also unavailable.
Key Player Prop Bets and Predictions
One player to watch is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He has been performing exceptionally well, with a shooting percentage of 45.4% from beyond the arc this season. Betting on Gilgeous-Alexander to make at least two three-pointers could be a valuable wager, given that he has achieved this mark in 17 of his 24 appearances.
The Thunder have consistently shown their dominance, winning by significant margins in their last four games, including victories by 49 and 32 points in NBA Cup play. While the Spurs have a talented roster led by De’Aaron Fox, they face a tough challenge. Oklahoma City’s strong defensive lineup, featuring players such as Cason Wallace and Lu Dort, will likely pose difficulties for San Antonio’s scoring efforts.
Based on their current form and overall performance, the prediction favors the Thunder to win by at least 9.5 points. Until Oklahoma City demonstrates any weaknesses, they are expected to maintain their winning streak in high-stakes games.
As the NBA Cup Semifinals unfold, fans can look forward to an exciting matchup that could see the Spurs pull off another upset or the Thunder continuing their impressive run.
