The San Antonio Spurs will welcome the Cleveland Cavaliers for an NBA 2025-26 regular-season clash on Monday, December 29. This will be their second meeting of the season. Their first encounter saw the Cavaliers record a comfortable 130-117 win over their rivals. The Spurs are heading into Monday’s clash on the back of a humiliating loss to the Utah Jazz. On the other hand, the Cavaliers are riding off a two-game losing streak, with their most-recent defeat coming at the hands of the Houston Rockets.
Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
Time: 8 pm ET
Venue: Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas
TV: NBC/ Peacock
Live Stream: NBA League Pass
| Recommended Bet | FanDuel | BetMGM |
| Donovan Mitchell 27.5 points | -118 | – |
Donovan Mitchell is leading the Cavaliers in scoring this NBA season. He has been pouring in 30.7 points per game, shooting 49.9% from the field and 39.0% from the three-point range. Mitchell is also leading the Cavs in assists and steals, recording 5.4 apg and 1.4 spg.
In his recent appearance for his team, the star guard was restricted to just 16 points. However, before this, he dropped 34 points against the New York Knicks. This was his second 25+ point performance in the last five games.
Talking about the upcoming game, the Cavaliers have a lower offensive and defensive rating than the Spurs. However, Mitchell has been in great form and we can expect him to drop 28 points or more on Monday.
The San Antonio Spurs have been in prolific form this season having won eight of their last ten games. Before their recent setback, the Spurs were riding on a five-game winning streak, with notable victories over the threatening Oklahoma City Thunder. They have moved up the second spot in the standings, 23 victories and eight defeats.
All of the Spurs’ players are in great form, dropping notable performances and winning big. They are currently scoring 120.1 points per game, while allowing 113.6 points to their rivals. In addition, they have an offensive rating of 118.8 and the fifth best defensive rating in the league at 112.5.
On the other hand, the Cavaliers, who started off the season on a strong note, have slipped to the eighth spot in the East. Sitting just at the edge of playoff contention, the Cavs are required to put in collective effort to get back up. In the last ten games, they have been able to win only four games. Moreover, the Cavs are clearly struggling on the road with a 6-8 record.
They are scoring 119.5 points per game, with their opponents averaging 117.8 points. They have an offensive rating of 116.4 and a defensive rating of 114.7. This signifies that while their offense could help them survive, the Cavaliers are in dire need to improve their defense.
As far as the upcoming game is concerned, teams’ momentum, form, stats as well as homecourt advantage clearly indicate that the Spurs have better chances to record a win.
Predictions: San Antonio Spurs to win.
Spread and moneyline on FanDuel suggest that the San Antonio Spurs are highly favored to win their upcoming clash against the Cavs.
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | +4 (-114) | +144 | O 240.5 (-114) |
| San Antonio Spurs | -4 (-106) | -172 | U 240.5 (-106) |
| Recommended Bets | Over | Under |
| Victor Wembanyama 22.5 points | -125 | -106 |
| De’Aaron Fox 19.5 points | -110 | -120 |
| Victor Wembanyama 10.5 rebounds | -122 | -108 |
Devin Vassell to score 15+ points: -104
Stephon Castle to record 8+ assists: +134
Victor Wembanyama to record a double-double: -175
| Recommended Bets | Over | Under |
| Darius Garland 17.5 points | -128 | -104 |
| Evan Mobley 13.5 points | -122 | -108 |
| Darius Garland 6.5 assists | -140 | +106 |
Evan Mobley to record 10+ rebounds: +255
Jarrett Allen to record a double-double: +300
Donovan Mitchell to hit 4+ threes: +118
The odds given above have been sourced from FanDuel. Use FanDuel to ace your betting game across all sports.
The over/under for total points in the game between the Spurs and the Cavs is set at 240.5.
The Spurs have a 4-point edge over the Cavs.
The Spurs are favorites to win with moneyline odds of -172, while the Cavs are underdogs at +172.
Garima is a sports writer with around two years of experience in Indian sports and a newfound interest in the NBA. Inspired by the leadership of cricketing legend MS Dhoni, she wishes to bring in newer perspectives to the NBA fanatics with her writing.
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