Cleveland Cavaliers vs San Antonio Spurs Head-to-Head

Spurs built their historical edge pre-1996, winning 30 of 48 decided meetings (63%). In the modern era they are 39-25 against each other (61% Spurs). They have met in 1 NBA Finals. Cavaliers have won 7 straight in this matchup, the longest active run in the series. Games average a 10.4-point winning margin, with the largest decided blowout coming via Cavaliers' 37-point win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Cavaliers hold a 12-8 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 24 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series and the era that anchors most of its statistical character. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1976, so the rivalry has now spanned 49 seasons of league history. Most recent result: Cavaliers won 113-101 on Dec 29, 2025. Through the 2020s Cavaliers have led 11-2 between the teams.