At the beginning of the NBA season, the San Antonio Spurs have looked incredible. It now seems that last year's changes were really wise. Even in the preseason, when they won all four of their games, there were signs of that growth. In contrast, the Miami Heat's appearance is very different from what we've seen in recent years. They didn't win any of their six preseason games, which was a worrying start to their problems. They are now prepared to play the San Antonio Spurs (4-0) and Miami Heat (3-1) on Thursday, October 30.
San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat - When and where to watch the game
They are preparing to play the Miami Heat (3-1) on Thursday, October 30 at Frost Bank Centre in San Antonio, Texas. The game will begin at 8:30 p.m. ET. The entire game is available for viewing on FDSSUN and FDSSW.
San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat - Expected Starting Lineups San Antonio Spurs
Miami Heat
The Spurs are 4-0 going into Thursday's game, but they will be missing a number of important players. Luke Kornet is out due to a sprained left ankle, and De'Aaron Fox is out due to a strained right hamstring.
Jeremy Sochan has a sprained left wrist, Lindy Waters III is out after a bilateral eye procedure, and Kelly Olynyk is recuperating from surgery on her left heel.
Miami Heat injury report against the San Antonio Spurs (October 29, 2025)
Terry Rozier, Tyler Herro, and Kasparas Jakucionis are out, and Nikola Jovic and Norman Powell are questionable. Tyler Herro will not be playing for Miami due to a left ankle injury that will require surgery.
Due to a right groin strain, rookie Kasparas Jakucionis is also sidelined, and Norman Powell is labelled as doubtful. Terry Rozier is on unpaid leave due to a federal gambling investigation, and Nikola Jovic is still questionable due to a right hip injury.
San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat - Game Prediction
San Antonio finished 23rd on defense (116.7 points allowed) and 16th on offence (113.9 points scored per game) in the NBA last season. The Spurs finished 15th in the NBA last season for turnovers committed (13.3 per game) and 20th for turnovers forced (12.8).
With 43.4 rebounds per game, the Heat were ranked 21st in the NBA. With 44.7 rebounds allowed per game, they came in at number 19.With 12.6 turnovers per game the previous season, the Heat were sixth in the NBA. With 12.8 forced turnovers per game, they came in at number 20.
Compared to its opponents, the San Antonio Spurs have rested far more. Furthermore, it's doubtful that the Miami Heat's offence can compete with San Antonio's defence. Home-court advantage and Victor Wembanyama's drive to erase the Spurs' "curse" of never beginning a season 5-0 are also significant factors. As a result, we think the Spurs will win at home and cover the bet.
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San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat - When and where to watch the game
They are preparing to play the Miami Heat (3-1) on Thursday, October 30 at Frost Bank Centre in San Antonio, Texas. The game will begin at 8:30 p.m. ET. The entire game is available for viewing on FDSSUN and FDSSW.
San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat - Expected Starting Lineups San Antonio Spurs
- PG Stephon Castle
- SG Devin Vassell
- SF Julian Champagnie
- PF Harrison Barnes
- C Victor Wembanyama
The Miami Heat take on the San Antonio Spurs in San Antonio tonight with a total of 231.5.
— Anthony Colantone (@T_Colantone) October 30, 2025
The Miami Heat are averaging 131.5 PPG this season.
The Miami Heat have scored 121, 146, 115, and 144 in their 4 games, while playing at the fastest pace in the NBA.
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Miami Heat
- PG Davion Mitchell
- SG Pelle Larsson
- SF Andrew Wiggins
- PF Bam Adebayo
- C Kel'el Ware
The Spurs are 4-0 going into Thursday's game, but they will be missing a number of important players. Luke Kornet is out due to a sprained left ankle, and De'Aaron Fox is out due to a strained right hamstring.
Jeremy Sochan has a sprained left wrist, Lindy Waters III is out after a bilateral eye procedure, and Kelly Olynyk is recuperating from surgery on her left heel.
Miami Heat injury report against the San Antonio Spurs (October 29, 2025)
Terry Rozier, Tyler Herro, and Kasparas Jakucionis are out, and Nikola Jovic and Norman Powell are questionable. Tyler Herro will not be playing for Miami due to a left ankle injury that will require surgery.
Due to a right groin strain, rookie Kasparas Jakucionis is also sidelined, and Norman Powell is labelled as doubtful. Terry Rozier is on unpaid leave due to a federal gambling investigation, and Nikola Jovic is still questionable due to a right hip injury.
San Antonio Spurs vs Miami Heat - Game Prediction
San Antonio finished 23rd on defense (116.7 points allowed) and 16th on offence (113.9 points scored per game) in the NBA last season. The Spurs finished 15th in the NBA last season for turnovers committed (13.3 per game) and 20th for turnovers forced (12.8).
With 43.4 rebounds per game, the Heat were ranked 21st in the NBA. With 44.7 rebounds allowed per game, they came in at number 19.With 12.6 turnovers per game the previous season, the Heat were sixth in the NBA. With 12.8 forced turnovers per game, they came in at number 20.
Compared to its opponents, the San Antonio Spurs have rested far more. Furthermore, it's doubtful that the Miami Heat's offence can compete with San Antonio's defence. Home-court advantage and Victor Wembanyama's drive to erase the Spurs' "curse" of never beginning a season 5-0 are also significant factors. As a result, we think the Spurs will win at home and cover the bet.
Also read: Utah Jazz Vs Portland Trailblazer (10-29-2025) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more
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