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Trail Blazers vs. Spurs prediction: San Antonio favored to win Saturday's NBA game [1/3/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Portland Trail Blazers vs San Antonio Spurs predictions for NBA Saturday.
NBA action continues on Saturday at 8:00 PM ET as the Portland Trail Blazers lock horns with the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model predicts the Spurs as the most likely winner of the Trail Blazers vs. Spurs game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Spurs lineup will feature players like De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Keldon Johnson, while the Trail Blazers will look to Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe and Toumani Camara.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Blazers vs. Spurs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA game between the Trail Blazers and Spurs 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Spurs a 74% chance of beating the Trail Blazers. Our predicted final score has the Spurs winning 121-113.
According to our model, the Trail Blazers (+8) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 236.5 points has a 52% chance of staying under.
Trail Blazers vs. Spurs odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Trail Blazers | Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +8 (-110) | -8 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +260 | -320 |
| Total | o236.5 (-108) | u236.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Trail Blazers vs. Spurs picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Trail Blazers +8 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Trail Blazers | +260 |
| Total | Under 236.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Saturday, the top play to make on this game is Trail Blazers +8 at the spread.
Trail Blazers vs. Spurs player props
NBA prop bets are a common way to wager on Saturday's Trail Blazers vs. Spurs matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Frost Bank Center.
Deni Avdija is expected to lead the Trail Blazers with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists, while De'Aaron Fox is projected to have 22 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the Spurs.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Trail Blazers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Trail Blazers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 26 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 54 |
| Shaedon Sharpe | 22 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 38 |
| Toumani Camara | 13 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 29 |
| Caleb Love | 11 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 23 |
| Donovan Clingan | 11 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 33 |
Spurs prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Spurs:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De'Aaron Fox | 22 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 43 |
| Stephon Castle | 21 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 44 |
| Keldon Johnson | 16 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 32 |
| Dylan Harper | 13 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 29 |
| J. Champagnie | 13 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 29 |
Blazers vs. Spurs game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Spurs and Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Portland Trail Blazers vs. San Antonio Spurs
- Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Frost Bank Center
Conclusion
We predict the Spurs, with a 74% win probability, will likely beat the Trail Blazers on Saturday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 54 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Trail Blazers vs. Spurs insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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