San Antonio Spurs Close Out 2018 with Matchup Against Boston Celtics At Home

After years of feasting on inferior Eastern Conference foes, the Spurs head into their Monday night matchup against the Celtics with a subpar record against Eastern opponents this season. San Antonio’s struggles versus the East include a pair of groan-inducing losses to the Chicago Bulls and Orlando Magic at the AT&T Center.

Despite a slow start, Boston remains a formidable opponent with a generational talent in Kyrie Irving at the point. Earlier this month, San Antonio’s full potential was on display in a signature win against the upstart Philadelphia 76ers. Consistency remains key for a Spurs unit whose defensive deficiencies have led to critical lapses throughout this campaign. With the return of Kawhi Leonard looming on the schedule, a revival of defensive form would be a welcome resolution for the Spurs.

$37-$1,800, Mon Dec. 31, 6pm, AT&T Center, One AT&T Center Pkwy., (210) 444-5000, attcenter.com.

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This article appears in Dec 26, 2018 – Jan 1, 2019.