Jazz Defeat Spurs 127-114 in San Antonio
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Frost Bank Center
Utah Jazz 127, San Antonio Spurs 114, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Utah Jazz vs San Antonio Spurs?
Utah Jazz beat San Antonio Spurs 127-114 at Frost Bank Center on December 27, 2025.
Who was favored in Utah Jazz vs San Antonio Spurs?
San Antonio Spurs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -800 (about 89% implied). The underdog won.
In a surprising turn of events, the Utah Jazz defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 at the Frost Bank Center. This victory marked Utah's second consecutive win against San Antonio this season, extending their lead in the series to 2-0. The Jazz's performance was particularly notable given their struggles earlier in the season, as they have been inconsistent on the road.
The Spurs entered this game with a strong home record of 23-8 and were riding a five-game winning streak, averaging 122.4 points per game while allowing 113.1. Their recent form had positioned them as one of the top teams in the league, with a last 10 games record of 8-2. In contrast, the Jazz had a record of 12-19 overall and had been struggling, with a 4-6 record in their last 10 games, averaging 123.9 points but allowing a high of 131.8.
Both teams had key players listed as day-to-day due to injuries. For the Spurs, David Jones Garcia was dealing with an ankle issue, while Jayden Quaintance was out with a knee injury. The Jazz had Trey Alexander and Jaren Jackson Jr. both listed as day-to-day, with rib and knee injuries, respectively. These injury concerns could have impacted the teams' strategies and rotations during the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Spurs as significant favorites with a spread of -14.5, reflecting their strong home performance and recent form. The total for the game was set at 244.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair. However, the Jazz's ability to outperform expectations in this game turned the odds on their head.
The game saw a competitive start, but the Jazz managed to pull away in the fourth quarter. Notable scoring plays included Lauri Markkanen hitting a crucial 25-foot three-point jumper, which pushed the Jazz's lead to 121-112. Keyonte George also contributed significantly, making several free throws that helped seal the victory for Utah. Despite a late layup from Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs could not close the gap as the Jazz maintained their composure down the stretch.
The conditions in the arena were favorable for both teams, but the Spurs could not capitalize on their home advantage. The final score of 127-114 highlighted the Jazz's ability to execute under pressure and showcased their offensive capabilities, especially in the closing moments of the game.
Overall, this matchup proved to be a significant moment for the Jazz, demonstrating their potential to compete against stronger teams, while the Spurs will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SA -14.5 | 244.5 o -105 / u -115 | Utah Jazz +550 · San Antonio Spurs -800 |
Injury report
- David Jones GarciaDay-To-DayAnkleSan Antonio Spurs
- Jayden QuaintanceOutKneeSan Antonio Spurs
- Trey AlexanderDay-To-DayRibsUtah Jazz
- Jaren Jackson Jr.Day-To-DayKneeUtah Jazz
Leaders
- PointsVictor Wembanyama32San Antonio Spurs
- AssistsDylan Harper12San Antonio Spurs
- ReboundsKeldon Johnson10San Antonio Spurs
- PointsLauri Markkanen29Utah Jazz
- AssistsKeyonte George6Utah Jazz
- ReboundsJusuf Nurkic7Utah Jazz
Recent form
San Antonio Spurs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W5122.4 scored · 113.1 allowed per game2-0 at home
- W117-102at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 25
- W130-110vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 24
- W124-113at Washington WizardsDec 22
- W126-98at Atlanta HawksDec 20
- W119-94vs Washington WizardsDec 19
- L113-124at New York KnicksDec 17
- W111-109at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 14
- W132-119at Los Angeles LakersDec 11
- W135-132at New Orleans PelicansDec 9
- L117-130at Cleveland CavaliersDec 6
Utah Jazz
Last 10: 4-6Streak W1123.9 scored · 131.8 allowed per game2-2 away
- W131-129vs Detroit PistonsDec 27
- L128-137vs Memphis GrizzliesDec 24
- L112-135at Denver NuggetsDec 23
- L127-128vs Orlando MagicDec 21
- L135-143vs Los Angeles LakersDec 19
- W140-133vs Dallas MavericksDec 16
- W130-126at Memphis GrizzliesDec 13
- L101-131vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 8
- L112-146at New York KnicksDec 6
- W123-110at Brooklyn NetsDec 5
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 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 | Utah Jazz | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 45-83 | 43-99 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 17-37 | 10-44 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 23 |
| Free throws | 20-26 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 31 |
| Assists | 34 | 30 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 58 |
| Fouls | 19 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 67 | 26 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter92-80Keyonte George makes two point shot (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter92-81Keldon Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-82Keldon Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter94-82Lauri Markkanen makes driving dunk (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter94-84Keldon Johnson makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter96-84Taylor Hendricks makes driving layup (Isaiah Collier assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-84Isaiah Collier makes running layup (Kyle Filipowski assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-86Victor Wembanyama makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Dylan Harper assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-87Victor Wembanyama makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter98-90Keldon Johnson makes 24-foot three pointer (Dylan Harper assists)
- 4th Quarter101-90Brice Sensabaugh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter101-92Keldon Johnson makes 6-foot two point shot (Dylan Harper assists)
- 4th Quarter104-92Walter Clayton Jr. makes 25-foot three pointer (Jusuf Nurkic assists)
- 4th Quarter104-94Victor Wembanyama makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Dylan Harper assists)
- 4th Quarter104-95Victor Wembanyama makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-96Victor Wembanyama makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-98Keldon Johnson makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter104-100Victor Wembanyama makes 1-foot driving dunk (Devin Vassell assists)
- 4th Quarter104-101Victor Wembanyama makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter106-101Lauri Markkanen makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter106-104Stephon Castle makes 26-foot three point jumper (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 4th Quarter106-106Stephon Castle makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter107-106Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-106Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-108Luke Kornet makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter111-108Walter Clayton Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cody Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter113-108Cody Williams makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter113-109Stephon Castle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-110Stephon Castle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-110Brice Sensabaugh makes 23-foot three point jumper (Keyonte George assists)
- 4th Quarter116-112Stephon Castle makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter118-112Lauri Markkanen makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter121-112Lauri Markkanen makes 25-foot three point jumper (Walter Clayton Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter122-112Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter123-112Keyonte George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter123-114Victor Wembanyama makes driving layup (Dylan Harper assists)
- 4th Quarter124-114Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter125-114Keyonte George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter126-114Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter127-114Lauri Markkanen makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours San Antonio Spurs, below favours Utah Jazz.
Venue
- Frost Bank CenterSan Antonio, TX
- Attendance19060
- OfficialsMatt Myers, Andy Nagy, Tyler Ford
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