San Antonio, Texas, October 26, 2025
News Summary
The San Antonio Spurs will face the Brooklyn Nets in their home opener at Frost Bank Center, aiming to maintain their unbeaten record. With the Spurs at 2-0 and the Nets struggling at 0-2, this matchup is crucial for both teams. The game will showcase standout performances, particularly from Victor Wembanyama for the Spurs, who is leading the team in scoring and rebounds. Fans can expect an intense match as the Spurs look to leverage their home advantage despite several key player absences.
San Antonio
The San Antonio Spurs will host the Brooklyn Nets on October 26, 2025, at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. The game is scheduled to begin at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT. The matchup opens the Spurs’ home slate and pairs a 2-0 San Antonio team against a Brooklyn squad that enters the contest 0-2.
Key game snapshot (top line)
- The Spurs currently have a 2-0 season record.
- The Brooklyn Nets enter the game with a 0-2 record.
- The location of the game is Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.
- The game is scheduled to begin at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT.
- The Spurs are double-digit favorites at 11.5 points for the matchup against the Nets.
- The over/under for the game is set at 227.5.
Team performance and statistical edges
Offensively, San Antonio and Brooklyn are averaging similar scoring early in the season. San Antonio averages 122.5 points per game, while the Nets average 120.5 points. The Spurs hold a clear advantage on the glass and rim protection: the Spurs lead in rebounds, averaging 54.5 per game, compared to Brooklyn’s 38 rebounds per game, and San Antonio averages 9 blocks per game, significantly more than Brooklyn’s 1.5 blocks. Brooklyn holds a slight edge in ball movement, as the Spurs average 24.5 assists per game, while the Nets average 27.5. Both teams produce similar turnover and takeaway numbers in other areas, with Both teams average similar steals per game, with the Spurs at 8 and the Nets at 8.5.
Individual leaders and notable player stats
Victor Wembanyama leads the Spurs, averaging 34.5 points and 13.0 rebounds per game, shooting 63.6% from the field and 80% from the free-throw line. Other contributors for San Antonio include a role rebounder who provides consistent boards: Ben Saraf of the Spurs averages 7.0 total rebounds per game. On the Nets, interior production is anchored by Nic Claxton: Nic Claxton, a player for the Nets, averages 17.0 points per game, shooting 50.0% from the free-throw line and 66.7% from the field.
Backcourt play for San Antonio is highlighted by minutes and playmaking, though with turnover concerns: Spurs player Stephon Castle averages 31.0 minutes per game with 6.0 assists and 7.0 turnovers.
Injuries and roster availability
San Antonio will be short-handed for the home opener. The Spurs will be without center Luke Kornet, who has a sprained left ankle. Other absences for the Spurs include guard De’Aaron Fox (hamstring), forward/center Kelly Olynyk (heel), forward Jeremy Sochan (wrist), and guard Lindy Waters III (eye). Prior to the injury, Kornet recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds in a previous game against the Pelicans before his injury.
Form, recent meetings and context
The Spurs have held the upper hand in recent meetings between the clubs, winning four of the last five matchups. Recent results include a Spurs victory, 127-113, on March 5, 2025, and a Spurs victory, 96-87, on December 28, 2024. The Nets’ most recent win over San Antonio was 123-103 in February 2024. In their most recent game, the Nets lost to the Cavaliers, 131-124, with Cam Thomas scoring 33 points.
League context: Brooklyn is noted as the youngest team in the league and has struggled both defensively and offensively early in the season. The Spurs present a blend of youth and experience that has shown in their early season performance.
What to watch
- How San Antonio replaces Kornet’s minutes and interior presence after his sprained left ankle.
- Whether Brooklyn can improve defensive rebounding against a Spurs front line that averages 54.5 rebounds per game.
- Matchup between Victor Wembanyama’s scoring and rim protection versus Brooklyn’s attempts to contain him.
- Effect of turnovers from playmakers on overall possession and pace; Spurs’ turnovers from high-usage guards versus Nets’ ball movement.
Key features table
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | San Antonio Spurs vs. Brooklyn Nets |
| Date & Time | October 26, 2025 — 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT |
| Location | Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas |
| Spurs record | 2-0 |
| Nets record | 0-2 |
| Betting line | Spurs favored by 11.5 points; Over/Under 227.5 |
| Key Spurs player | Victor Wembanyama — 34.5 PPG, 13.0 RPG |
| Notable Spurs absences | Luke Kornet (sprained left ankle); De’Aaron Fox (hamstring); Kelly Olynyk (heel); Jeremy Sochan (wrist); Lindy Waters III (eye) |
| Key Nets player | Nic Claxton — 17.0 PPG |
Timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status/Source |
|---|---|---|
| October 26, 2025 — 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT | San Antonio Spurs host Brooklyn Nets at Frost Bank Center | Scheduled game |
| March 5, 2025 | Spurs victory, 127-113 | Result |
| December 28, 2024 | Spurs victory, 96-87 | Result |
| February 2024 | Nets victory, 123-103 | Result |
| Most recent game | Nets lost to the Cavaliers, 131-124, with Cam Thomas scoring 33 points | Result |
Visual statistics
Team averages (simple visual bars)
FAQ
When will the game take place?
The game is scheduled to begin at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT.
Where is the game being played?
The location of the game is Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.
What are the teams’ records entering the game?
The Spurs currently have a 2-0 season record.
The Brooklyn Nets enter the game with a 0-2 record.
Who leads the Spurs statistically?
Victor Wembanyama leads the Spurs, averaging 34.5 points and 13.0 rebounds per game, shooting 63.6% from the field and 80% from the free-throw line.
What Spurs players are absent?
The Spurs will be without center Luke Kornet, who has a sprained left ankle.
Other absences for the Spurs include guard De’Aaron Fox (hamstring), forward/center Kelly Olynyk (heel), forward Jeremy Sochan (wrist), and guard Lindy Waters III (eye).
Kornet recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds in a previous game against the Pelicans before his injury.
What are the betting lines?
The Spurs are double-digit favorites at 11.5 points for the matchup against the Nets.
The over/under for the game is set at 227.5.
What happened in the Nets’ most recent game?
In their most recent game, the Nets lost to the Cavaliers, 131-124, with Cam Thomas scoring 33 points.
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