The San Antonio Spurs visit the Cleveland Cavaliers in an intriguing cross-conference matchup. The Spurs enter as 2-point favorites despite missing DeMar DeRozan.

Spurs Outlook:

• Young core led by Dejounte Murray and Jakob Poeltl showing promise
• Devin Vassell getting extended minutes with DeRozan out
• Luka Samanic providing quality bench minutes
• Team may look to trade veterans Patty Mills and Rudy Gay

Cavaliers Update:

• Coming off impressive win against Boston
• Dynamic backcourt of Sexton and Garland combined for 54 points last game
• Dean Wade stepping up as Larry Nance Jr.'s backup
• JaVale McGee's bench production could be key

Keys to Victory for Cavaliers:

• Collin Sexton needs 30+ points
• Keep turnovers under 15
• Make 13+ three-pointers
• Contain Murray and Walker defensively

This marks the first meeting between these teams this season after their earlier matchup was postponed due to COVID-19 protocols. Both teams feature exciting young talent looking to make their mark.

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