San Antonio Spurs Home - Second of Back-to-Back Betting Trend

The Spurs' struggles in home back-to-back situations stem from their traditionally methodical, veteran-heavy approach that doesn't translate well to compressed schedules. San Antonio has historically relied on precise execution and disciplined rotations, but the fatigue from playing consecutive nights disrupts their timing-dependent offensive sets and defensive rotations. The franchise's emphasis on load management and player preservation often conflicts with the demands of back-to-back games, creating a disconnect between preparation and performance. Home court advantage typically provides rhythm and comfort, but for the Spurs, playing at home on the second night can create false confidence that masks physical limitations. Their system-based approach requires sharp mental focus, which deteriorates significantly when legs are heavy and reaction times slow. The team's aging core over much of this sample period compounded these issues, as older players struggle more with recovery between games. Bettors should target the Spurs' opponents in these spots, particularly when San Antonio is favored, as the market often overvalues home court advantage without properly accounting for the fatigue factor. This trend carries the most weight when the Spurs face athletic, transition-heavy teams that can exploit their compromised defensive mobility on tired legs.