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The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the San Antonio Spurs 113–101 on December 29 at Frost Bank Center, with Jarrett Allen leading the way with 27 points while Evan Mobley added 16 in a dominant fourth-quarter performance. Cleveland shot 42.7% from the field and made 13 three-pointers compared to San Antonio's 38.6% accuracy and seven threes, controlling the pace with 29 assists and forcing 12 turnovers. The Cavaliers outscored the Spurs 37–23 in the fourth quarter, a decisive run that broke open a tight contest and pushed the final margin to 12 points despite the game finishing well below the Vegas total of 243.5. Victor Wembanyama paced San Antonio with 26 points, but the Spurs' defense allowed a 105.8 offensive rating and managed only 21 assists on their own end. Cleveland's defensive intensity—holding the Spurs to a 94.5 offensive rating while recording 12 steals—proved the difference down the stretch. The victory extends Cleveland's momentum and reinforces their status as a top Eastern Conference contender heading into the new year.
