Published Dec 12, 7:00pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Dec 12, 7:00pm ET
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Updated Dec 12, 7:00pm ET
One of the games on Saturday's NBA slate features the Oklahoma City Thunder hosting the San Antonio Spurs. Who has the edge in our Thunder vs Spurs pick?
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| Oklahoma City Thunder | -9 (-110) |
| San Antonio Spurs | +9 (-110) |
OKC enters this conference tilt riding a 16-game win streak. Their latest triumph includes a blowout 138-89 victory against the Phoenix Suns.
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On paper, this contest had the potential to be a tough one for the Thunder. After all, the closest margin of victory during their win streak was a four-point win over the Suns back on Nov. 28.
However, that would not be the case, as OKC jumped out to a 74-48 lead at halftime. It was more of the same in the second half, with OKC winning the scoring battle 64-41 on its way to a 49-point victory.
Four starters reached double figures for the Thunder. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up a team-high 28 points and handed out eight assists. Chet Holmgren added 24 points, eight rebounds, and two assists.
OKC's top-ranked defense held the Suns to 39 percent overall and 32 percent from 3-point range.
Following a double-digit loss to Cleveland, the Spurs have won their last two games, including a 132-119 victory against the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night.
The Spurs led by 17 points entering the fourth quarter. Although Los Angeles trimmed the deficit to eight points down the stretch, San Antonio didn't let its opponent get any closer the rest of the way.
Stephon Castle was nothing short of spectacular. His final stat line included 30 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists on an efficient 10-of-14 effort from the field. De'Aaron Fox contributed 20 points, four rebounds, and three assists.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
Oklahoma City has won eight of the previous 10 meetings in this series and is undefeated in its last 15 games at the Paycom Center. In what should be an entertaining battle, the edge goes to the defending champs.
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Oklahoma City Thunder
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