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San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The San Antonio Spurs (9-2) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (4-7) on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA. TV: GCSEN, Pelicans.com, DAZN SAS. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs.

NBASunday, December 20, 2026
San Antonio Spurs logoSan Antonio Spurs9-2
7:00 PM ETDec 20, 2026
New Orleans Pelicans logoNew Orleans Pelicans4-7
DateDec 20, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueSmoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
TVGCSEN, Pelicans.com, DAZN SAS

Team comparison

San Antonio SpursNew Orleans Pelicans
Points per game
118.7
117.5
Points allowed per game
107.0
122.4
9-2Record4-7
1st in Southwest DivisionStanding5th in Southwest Division
5-0Road record / home record3-3
WWWWWLast 5LLLWW
W9StreakL3

Team stats

San Antonio SpursNew Orleans Pelicans
W9StreakL3
Points Against
107.0
122.4
9-1Last Ten Games4-6
Points Per Game
118.7
117.5
Field Goal %
46
48
Three Point %
35
32
Rebounds Per Game
49.1
42.4
Assists Per Game
27.2
24.7
Blocks Per Game
7.5
4.7
Steals Per Game
7.7
10.4
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.5
0.5
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.0
16.5

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

San Antonio Spurs
Tobias Harris F · Calf - Strain
Out
Jayden Quaintance F · Knee - Surgery
Out
Devin Vassell G · Groin
Day-To-Day
New Orleans Pelicans
Trendon Watford F · Ankle
Out
Yves Missi C · Knee - Bruise
Out
Trey Murphy III F · Knee - Tendinitis
Day-To-Day

Recent form

San Antonio SpursWWWWW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 122-96
Nov 7, 2026 · at Portland Trail BlazersW 125-103
Nov 6, 2026 · at Sacramento KingsW 124-109
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Dallas MavericksW 112-111
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Utah JazzW 119-97
New Orleans PelicansLLLWW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 87-138
Nov 8, 2026 · at LA ClippersL 123-139
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Minnesota TimberwolvesL 109-115
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Utah JazzW 120-113
Nov 2, 2026 · at Memphis GrizzliesW 135-134

Season series

Series starts 11/21
Jan 17, 2027SA 0, NO 0
Jan 14, 2027NO 0, SA 0
Dec 20, 2026SA 0, NO 0
Nov 21, 2026NO 0, SA 0

Team pages

San Antonio Spurs
Schedule, roster and statsNew Orleans Pelicans
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans?

The game is on Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA.

How can I watch San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans?

TV: GCSEN, Pelicans.com, DAZN SAS.

What are the records of the San Antonio Spurs and New Orleans Pelicans?

San Antonio Spurs: 9-2. New Orleans Pelicans: 4-7.

Who is injured for San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans?

Listed out or doubtful: San Antonio Spurs: Tobias Harris, Jayden Quaintance. New Orleans Pelicans: Trendon Watford, Yves Missi. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans played?

Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA.

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