Spurs Defeat Lakers 107-91 in NBA Showdown
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Frost Bank Center
San Antonio Spurs 107, Los Angeles Lakers 91, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs?
San Antonio Spurs beat Los Angeles Lakers 107-91 at Frost Bank Center on January 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Los Angeles Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs?
San Antonio Spurs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the San Antonio Spurs secured a decisive 107-91 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at the Frost Bank Center. This win not only extends the Spurs' lead in the season series against the Lakers to 3-1 but also highlights their strong home record, now standing at 27-11. The Spurs have shown resilience despite recent challenges, including a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup.
The Spurs entered this game with a home record of 26-11 and a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, averaging 118.4 points scored and 112.9 points allowed. However, they had struggled in their last two outings, losing to the Memphis Grizzlies and the Portland Trail Blazers. In contrast, the Lakers came into the game with a 23-12 record, also at 6-4 in their last ten games, but riding a three-game winning streak. The Lakers averaged 114.1 points scored and 117.0 points allowed during that stretch.
The Spurs' home performance has been a mixed bag recently, with a 2-3 record over their last five home games. The Lakers, while strong at home, have also faced challenges on the road, reflected in their 3-2 away record in the last five games. The Spurs' scoring averages at home have been slightly higher than their away performances, which has contributed to their overall success at the Frost Bank Center.
Historically, the Spurs have had the upper hand in this rivalry, leading the season series 3-1, with their most recent meeting resulting in a 132-119 victory for the Spurs on December 11, 2025. This ongoing rivalry has seen the Spurs consistently perform well against the Lakers, and this game was no exception.
In terms of injuries, the Spurs were without Jayden Quaintance, who is out due to a knee issue, while David Jones Garcia was listed as day-to-day with an ankle injury. The Lakers did not have any notable injuries reported for this game, which allowed them to field their strongest lineup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Spurs favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 233.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the Spurs' ability to perform well at home, further emphasizing their recent form and historical success against the Lakers.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or external factors reported that could influence play. The Spurs capitalized on their home court advantage, showcasing their offensive depth and defensive capabilities throughout the game.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the fourth quarter that helped solidify the Spurs' lead. Victor Wembanyama played a crucial role, contributing significantly in the final minutes with a mix of jump shots and assists, including a fadeaway jump shot that extended the lead to 105-91. Keldon Johnson also made a vital basket, pushing the score to 107-91, effectively sealing the game for the Spurs.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Spurs' ability to bounce back after a challenging stretch, demonstrating their potential as a formidable opponent in the league. The Lakers, despite their recent success, will need to reassess their strategy moving forward, especially in high-stakes games against strong rivals like the Spurs.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SA -8.5 | 233.5 o -110 / u -110 | Los Angeles Lakers +250 · San Antonio Spurs -310 |
Injury report
- David Jones GarciaDay-To-DayAnkleSan Antonio Spurs
- Jayden QuaintanceOutKneeSan Antonio Spurs
Leaders
- PointsKeldon Johnson27San Antonio Spurs
- AssistsHarrison Barnes6San Antonio Spurs
- ReboundsVictor Wembanyama14San Antonio Spurs
- PointsLuka Doncic38Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLuka Doncic10Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsLuka Doncic10Los Angeles Lakers
Recent form
San Antonio Spurs
Last 10: 6-4Streak L2118.4 scored · 112.9 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L105-106at Memphis GrizzliesJan 7
- L110-115vs Portland Trail BlazersJan 4
- W123-113at Indiana PacersJan 3
- W134-132vs New York KnicksJan 1
- L101-113vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 30
- L114-127vs Utah JazzDec 28
- W117-102at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 25
- W130-110vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 24
- W124-113at Washington WizardsDec 22
- W126-98at Atlanta HawksDec 20
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W3114.1 scored · 117 allowed per game3-2 away
- W111-103at New Orleans PelicansJan 7
- W120-114vs Memphis GrizzliesJan 5
- W128-121vs Memphis GrizzliesJan 3
- L106-128vs Detroit PistonsDec 31
- W125-101vs Sacramento KingsDec 29
- L96-119vs Houston RocketsDec 26
- L108-132at Phoenix SunsDec 24
- L88-103at LA ClippersDec 21
- W143-135at Utah JazzDec 19
- W116-114at Phoenix SunsDec 15
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
Box score
| Stat | Los Angeles Lakers | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-86 | 40-82 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 9-39 | 4-25 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 16 |
| Free throws | 14-22 | 23-28 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 42 |
| Assists | 16 | 24 |
| Steals | 9 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 66 |
| Fouls | 21 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 6 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter59-64Deandre Ayton makes 15-foot jumper (Gabe Vincent assists)
- 3rd Quarter59-66Stephon Castle makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter59-68Keldon Johnson makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter59-71Keldon Johnson makes 22-foot three point jumper
- 3rd Quarter61-71Jaxson Hayes makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Gabe Vincent assists)
- 3rd Quarter61-72Keldon Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter61-73Keldon Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-73Luka Doncic makes 9-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter63-75Luke Kornet makes 12-foot floating jump shot (De'Aaron Fox assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-76Luke Kornet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-77Luke Kornet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter65-77Luka Doncic makes 14-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter66-77Maxi Kleber makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter67-77Jaxson Hayes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-77Jaxson Hayes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-79Julian Champagnie makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter71-79Jake LaRavia makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nick Smith Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter71-81Victor Wembanyama makes 12-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter73-81Jaxson Hayes makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Jake LaRavia assists)
- 4th Quarter73-83De'Aaron Fox makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter76-83Nick Smith Jr. makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter76-85Victor Wembanyama makes alley oop dunk (Jeremy Sochan assists)
- 4th Quarter76-87Dylan Harper makes running dunk (De'Aaron Fox assists)
- 4th Quarter76-89Victor Wembanyama makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter78-89Jake LaRavia makes two point shot (Luka Doncic assists)
- 4th Quarter80-89Luka Doncic makes 13-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter80-92Jeremy Sochan makes 22-foot three point jumper (Dylan Harper assists)
- 4th Quarter83-92Gabe Vincent makes 24-foot three point jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
- 4th Quarter83-94Keldon Johnson makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter83-96Stephon Castle makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter85-96Luka Doncic makes 14-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter85-98Keldon Johnson makes 8-foot two point shot (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter86-98Luka Doncic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-100Stephon Castle makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter88-100Deandre Ayton makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter88-101Victor Wembanyama makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-101Jake LaRavia makes 25-foot three point jumper (Deandre Ayton assists)
- 4th Quarter91-103Victor Wembanyama makes 13-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter91-105Victor Wembanyama makes 16-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter91-107Keldon Johnson makes 1-foot two point shot (Victor Wembanyama assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours San Antonio Spurs, below favours Los Angeles Lakers.
Venue
- Frost Bank CenterSan Antonio, TX
- Attendance19329
- OfficialsEd Malloy, Dedric Taylor, Dannica Baroody
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