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San Antonio Spurs (3-12) vs. Golden State Warriors (7-9)
The San Antonio Spurs, with a record of 3-12, are set to challenge the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center on Friday, November 24, 2023. This matchup, airing at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN, NBCS-BA, and KENS, sees the Spurs looking to break a three-game losing streak on the road.
The Spurs, coming off a 124-99 defeat against the Clippers, are still grappling with issues that extend beyond their recent draft picks, including Victor Wembanyama.
The Warriors, currently 7-9, have shown some struggles at home this season. Their last game resulted in a 123-115 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday.
The Warriors are heavily favored, with a 10.5-point advantage. The game's total points line is set at 234.5 points.
Given the current dynamics, my prediction for the Spurs vs. Warriors game leans towards the Spurs either securing a surprise win or keeping the loss margin narrow, suggesting a focus on their handicap for this game.
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San Antonio Spurs suffered a narrow 109-102 defeat to the Los Angeles Clippers, extending their losing streak to ten games. This slump follows a promising start to the season, where the Spurs secured back-to-back victories against the Phoenix Suns on October 31st and November 2nd, elevating their record to 3-2 at the time.
Kawhi Leonard, amidst boos from the crowd that drew criticism from Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, led the Clippers with 26 points. Despite trailing by 17 points in the second quarter, the Spurs rallied to close the gap to 52-48 just before halftime, showing a spark of resilience under Popovich's guidance.
“Excuse me for a second,” Popovich said, silencing the crowd. “Can we s top all the booing and let these guys play? Have a little class. It’s not who we are. Knock off the booing.”
Victor Wembanyama, the top pick in the draft, stood out for the Spurs with 22 points and 14 rebounds. The Clippers' strategy involved targeting Wembanyama from the start, with Ivica Zubac scoring early. Wembanyama, standing at 7-foot-3, responded impressively with three blocked shots, showcasing his defensive prowess.
Jeremy Sochan added 19 points, while Devin Vassell, Zach Collins, and Johnson contributed 18, 16, and 15 points, respectively. The Spurs have faced challenges this season, trailing by at least 15 points in eight games.
Offensively, the Spurs are averaging 109.7 points per game (25th in the NBA). Their shootin g efficiency is marked by a 46.1% field goal percentage and a 35% success rate from the three-point line. At the free-throw line, they're maintaining a 77.0% average.
On the defensive end, the Spurs are facing difficulties. They allow opponents to shoot at a high 49.8% from the field. Their defense against three-point shots is also a concern, with opponents hitting 39.6% from beyond the arc. This has contributed to the Spurs being ranked 28th in the league in points allowed per game, at 123.1.
Victor Wembanyama is a standout player for the Spurs, leading the team in both scoring and rebounding, with averages of 18.6 points and 9.1 rebounds per game. Tre Jones is at the helm of the team's playmaking, averaging 5.6 assists per game. Devin Vassell follows closely as the second leading scorer, averaging 17.3 points per game. The Spurs have a total of five pla yers averaging double figures in scoring, showcasing a spread of offensive contributions across the team.
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