The San Antonio Spurs (36-16) arrive at Crypto.com Arena tonight, 10 February 2026, looking to extend their four-game winning streak against a severely depleted Los Angeles Lakers (32-20) squad. This matchup carries significant weight for Western Conference seeding, as the Spurs currently hold a four-game lead over the Lakers for the second seed.
Injury Crisis in Los Angeles
The Lakers face a daunting task tonight as they have officially ruled out several cornerstone players. Most notably, LeBron James will miss the contest due to a foot injury. This absence is historic, as it officially disqualifies James from All-NBA consideration this season, ending his unprecedented 21-year streak of All-NBA honours.
The Lakers’ medical report further complicates the rotation with the following players confirmed out:
- Luka Dončić: Left hamstring strain
- Austin Reaves: Left calf injury
- Marcus Smart: Ankle issue
Season Series and Head-to-Head
This is the fourth meeting between the two rivals this season. San Antonio currently leads the 2025-26 season series 2-1. Historically, the rivalry remains one of the most balanced in NBA history:
- Regular Season: Lakers lead 99-96.
- Playoffs: Lakers lead 34-22.
- Recent Form: The Spurs won the most recent encounter on 7 January 2026, with a 107-91 victory.
Betting Odds and Projections
Given the Lakers’ injury woes and the fact they are playing the second night of a back-to-back following a loss to Oklahoma City, oddsmakers have positioned the Spurs as heavy favourites.
| Market | San Antonio Spurs | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -9.5 (-105) | +9.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | -350 | +275 |
| Over/Under | 226.5 Points | |
Game Information
Date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Tip-off: Scheduled for tonight (Check local listings for regional broadcast details).
With San Antonio surging toward the All-Star break and the Lakers missing over 60 points per game of their usual offensive production, the Spurs have a prime opportunity to clinch the season series and solidify their grip on the number two spot in the West.