This Christmas Day matchup features a rematch between two top teams in the Western Conference. The Oklahoma City Thunder (26-4) boast the league's best defensive efficiency. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who averages 32.5 points per game, the Thunder have a strong core, despite dealing with injuries to several key rotation players. The San Antonio Spurs are on a 7-game winning streak (22-7) and have a fully healthy roster. Victor Wembanyama, with averages of 24.4 points and 3.3 blocks, showcases dominant offensive and defensive skills. The Spurs recently defeated the Thunder by 20 points. The Thunder are formidable at home, with a 14-1 record, while the Spurs have a 75% win rate on the road. This clash between a team seeking revenge and a team aiming to extend their winning streak will significantly impact the Western Conference standings. Supporting the Oklahoma City Thunder to win and avenge their loss against the Spurs seems clear. The Thunder's 26-4 record places them at the top of the league. Their undefeated home record (14-0) makes their arena a very challenging place to play, increasing opponents' turnovers and reducing their shooting accuracy. Gilgeous-Alexander has scored 20+ points in 100 consecutive games and averages 34.8 points at home, demonstrating his crucial impact. The league-leading defensive efficiency (103.0), led by Chet Holmgren, will focus on limiting Wembanyama through double-teaming, aiming to correct their previous shortcomings in the matchup. Despite injuries to some rotation players, the Thunder's deep roster, with seven players scoring in double figures, along with their 'switch everything' defense and fast-break offense, should offset the impact of those absences. With a 3.5-game lead and a 74.1% win probability according to ESPN, the Thunder are likely to capitalize on their home advantage, achieve redemption, and continue their unbeaten streak. Match Recommendation: Oklahoma City Thunder -9.5