The Lakers are all set to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, Jan 15. Today’s game is slated to tip off at 10:30 ET and will be shown on NBA. Los Angeles enters this contest as 1-point favorites, and the over/under total stands at 238. Can the Thunder come out on top as the favorite? Our Lakers vs. Thunder player props and predictions can be found below.
Lakers vs. Thunder Odds
- Spread: Lakers -1
- Total 238
Game Info
- Date: Monday, Jan 15
- Time: 10:30 ET
- Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles CA
- TV: NBATV
Thunder Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Thunder have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games away from home, the Thunder have a straight up record of 5-5 while going 5-5 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 120 points per game in these contests.
- As the betting underdog, the Thunder have an ATS record of 3-2 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 3-2.
Lakers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Lakers have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past ten home matchups, Los Angeles has an ATS record of 3-7 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 2-8 overall in these games.
- The last five games that Los Angeles was favored, they have an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 2-3 straight up.
Do the Thunder Stand a Chance in Los Angeles?
With today’s game against the Lakers, the Thunder are looking to stay above .500, which they currently are with a 27-11 record. In the Western Conference, the Thunder are 2nd overall and are also 2nd in the Northwest division.
In their most recent game, the Thunder put up 112 points versus the Magic. They shot 45.7% from the field and knocked down 8 threes. On the season, the Thunder are shooting 50% from the field, which is 2nd best in the league. In terms of three-point shooting, they are 2nd in percentage and 12th in made threes.
When it comes to defense, the Thunder have been one of the best in the league this season. They are currently ranked 13th in points allowed per game, giving up an average of 113.4 points per contest. On the road, they have been even better, ranking 6th in the league at 113.1 points per game.
One area where the Thunder have excelled is in their ability to block shots. They lead the NBA in blocked shots per game at 6.4. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, they are also at the top of the league, giving up just 44.4% shooting from the field.
Over their last five games, the Thunder have been even stingier on the defensive end. During that stretch, they have given up just 109.8 points per game, which is the 5th best mark in the league.
Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Los Angeles?
The Lakers are 19-21 this season and are hoping to reach .500 with a win over the Thunder. In the Western Conference, the Lakers are 11th and are 4th in the Pacific division.
Coming into today’s game, the Lakers are averaging 114.1 ppg as a team. However, in their last game, they scored 125 points, which is higher than their season average. Anthony Davis leads the team in scoring with 25.1 ppg, while LeBron James is averaging 24.7 ppg.
So far this season, the Lakers have been a middle-of-the-pack defensive team, allowing 115.8 points per game (16th). At home, they have been slightly better, giving up 110.6 points per game (9th).
One area where the Lakers have been strong defensively is on the glass, ranking 5th in defensive rebounds per game. They have also been able to protect the rim, ranking 11th in blocked shots per game.
One area where the Lakers have struggled defensively is defending the three-point line. On the season, they are 30th in three-pointers made allowed per game (14.4) and 30th in three-point percentage allowed (38.2%).
Lakers vs. Thunder Player Props
A player prop we are looking at is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his points prop of 31.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -140 while the under is at +105. According to our projections, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to record 29 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Regarding his points prop, we recommend taking the under at 31.5.
- The Prop: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Under 31.5 Points (+105)
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Lakers vs. Thunder Predictions
As the underdogs with a spread of +1, we recommend going with the Thunder on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 238, and our model projects the Thunder and Lakers to reach a combined total of 234 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Thunder +1 | at Fanduel Sportsbook