The San Antonio Spurs host the Golden State Warriors at the Frost Bank Center on Friday, November 13, at 3:30 a.m. CET, as both teams meet for an NBA Cup Group C game.
The Spurs enter the contest riding a ten-game winning streak, while the Warriors look to rebound from a 115-108 loss to the Houston Rockets.
The status of Stephen Curry remains a primary concern for Golden State following his early exit from Wednesday’s game. Curry departed the floor after only six minutes of play due to abdominal discomfort on his right side.
San Antonio maintains a 10-2 record, placing them second in the Western Conference. Their current ten-game winning streak was nearly interrupted on Wednesday in Chicago, where the team overcame a 22-point deficit to secure a 124-119 victory. Victor Wembanyama led the charge with 32 points, supported by Dylan Harper, who contributed 10 assists.
Statistically, the Spurs have been consistent, averaging 121.4 points per game over their last five outings while holding opponents to 107.6 points. Their defensive efficiency rating of 108.3 leads the matchup, and they maintain a disciplined approach with only 12.4 turnovers per game.
Golden State arrives in San Antonio with an 8-4 record, currently sitting sixth in the Western Conference. Beyond the uncertainty surrounding Curry, the team is managing several other absences. Devin Vassell and Tobias Harris remain questionable after missing the trip to Chicago due to adductor and calf issues, respectively. Jayden Quaintance is unavailable due to a knee problem.
If Curry is unable to play, increased playmaking duties would likely fall to Brandin Podziemski and Yaxel Lendeborg to fill the void in the Warriors’ offensive rotation.
The battle between Victor Wembanyama and Draymond Green highlights the interior contest. Green’s ability to facilitate from the top of the key serves as a tactical counter to Wembanyama’s rim protection. While Wembanyama dominates in scoring and rebounding, Green’s role remains focused on organizing the Warriors’ offensive flow.
The backcourt features a closely matched duel between Dylan Harper and Brandin Podziemski. Both players are averaging over 30 minutes of play and provide comparable offensive output.
Analysts at Paris Sportifs LeFigaro have projected a total points outcome of under 236.5 for the encounter. While the Spurs are favored at home, the Warriors’ reliance on three-point shooting keeps them competitive, as they average 16.5 successful shots from beyond the arc per game compared to 12.3 for San Antonio.
The teams are scheduled to continue their respective seasons following this NBA Cup fixture, with Golden State traveling to New Orleans for the next stage of their five-game road trip.
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