Spurs must do the unfathomable to deliver a perfect Christmas gift to fans

After a long year of excitement, growth, and anticipation from Spurs fans, Christmas has finally arrived, marking the start of a new year. It's been one heck of a 2025 for the Silver and Black faithful. Now, there is no better way to top it off than with a matchup against San Antonio's newest rival, the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Last Christmas, the Spurs fell just short of victory against the New York Knicks despite a wonderful Christmas treat from Victor Wembanyama. However, things are a lot different now. Remember, Chris Paul was the starting point guard just a year ago.

The Spurs have now elevated themselves to contender status and can make a powerful statement to the NBA by conquering the Thunder once more. And of course, a win would be the best Christmas gift any Spurs fan could ask for. But it won't be easy.

The Spurs have a difficult task on their hands this Christmas

While the Spurs have already proven that they are entirely capable of taking down the threatening Thunder, winning a third time in a row is no given.

Although the stakes were at a peak during the NBA Cup matchup, this time around, there may be even more eyes on the game. Spurs fans and NBA truthers alike will be keeping a keen eye on whether or not the Spurs have what it takes to bring down the giant. It's up to the Silver and Black to rise to the occasion.

Just as it is difficult to sweep a team in the playoffs, winning three games against a single team in a row during the regular season is challenging. Continuing the playoff comparison, the Thunder will begin making adjustments in light of their shortcomings in the previous two matchups. Mitch Johnson must be ready to bite back.

The Spurs must come prepared to win

With the world watching, you should know that this Thunder team is not going to back down. They are going to come into this match angry and ready to shut down the Spurs. This is a team that is aiming to become the next dynasty. It would be quite the embarrassment to lose to a young, rising team three times in a row.

The Spurs have to maintain the energy and intensity that they displayed over the first two matchups if they want to win this game. If the role players don't step up as they have, it will be up to Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox to show who they really are.

Additionally, the Spurs need to retain the mentality that they are the team to beat in the Western Conference, not the Thunder. This mindset has allowed the Spurs to play fearlessly and avoid shrinking when the moment is at its biggest. It's become vital for this young squad.

No matter what it takes, the Spurs must win this game. Putting a stamp on the fact that they are now the Thunder stoppers will pay its dividends. The Spurs are the better team; you need to believe it.

Regardless of the outcome, we Spurs fans want great basketball. Each of the two matchups has been a blast, and we hope that this game delivers the same. But a win will feel so, so good.