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Los Angeles Lakers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 23, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Paycom Center — Oklahoma City, OK

Article updated Dec 23, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder will compete in a conference game on Saturday night. Despite the Thunder having an 4-0 record, the Lakers are just one game

Game outlook

The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder will compete in a conference game on Saturday night. Despite the Thunder having an 4-0 record, the Lakers are just one game back with a 15-14 record. On Thursday, the Lakers fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves, while the Thunder had a successful win against the Clippers. Their only previous matchup of the season ended with the Thunder dominating 133-110. Oklahoma City is the betting favorite and currently have a -4 line.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Lakers +147 | Thunder -173

Spread: Lakers +4 (-110) | Thunder -4 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 238 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oklahoma City will win straight-up is 63%.

Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently 1-4 in their last five road games and have dropped four consecutive bouts due to their offense. With a power ranking of 22, Los Angeles is ranked 17th in offense, 16th in defense, and 16-14 (13-17 ATS) overall. LeBron James is questionable for this game due to an ankle injury and has averaged 25.2 PPG on 54% shooting, while Anthony Davis has recorded an average of 24.3 PPG. Austin Reaves has scored at least 20 points in four consecutive bouts with an average of 15.3 PPG on 48% shooting. Rui on the run 💨 pic.twitter.com/l9SU6tWjDo

Oklahoma City Thunder Analysis

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a successful groove with a 5-0 record in their last five home bouts, and a 18-8 (18-7-1 ATS) record overall. They are ranked in the top five for offensive points (120.7 PPG) and top thirteen for defensive points (113 PPG). With the help of key players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30.9 PPG), Chet Holmgren (17 PPG, 8 RPG), and Jalen Williams (17 PPG, 49% shooting), they have managed to maintain their high rankings and recent successes. Tough takes to the rack 😮‍💨 pic.twitter.com/nbsda8co9E

Lakers Struggling On Road Trip as Thunder Shine at Home

The Los Angeles Lakers are struggling, having lost their past four games, finishing off a difficult road trip. LeBron James' status is uncertain for the upcoming game, as he did not participate in the one played on Thursday. The Oklahoma City Thunder, a young and captivating team, have been successful, earning 4 wins in their past 5 games. Offensively they are performing well, averaging 118 points per 100 possessions which ranks them 7th in the NBA. The Lakers, in contrast, are scoring 111.6 per 100 possessions. On their home court, the Thunder have been excelling, winning 4 of the 5 games by double digits.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Lakers vs Thunder archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Lakers vs Thunder matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Lakers+140 → +145Moved
  • Moneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder-168 → -165Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Lakers+3.5 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Oklahoma City Thunder-3.5 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over236.5 (-110) → 239 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under236.5 (-110) → 239 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Los Angeles Lakers
3-0 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Oklahoma City Thunder
4-0 matchup record · 6-3-1 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-12-23T06:15:14.647Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently 1-4 in their last five road games and have dropped four consecutive bouts due to their offense. With a power ranking of 22, Los Angeles is ranked 17th in offense, 16th in defense, and 16-14 (13-17 ATS) overall. LeBron James is questionable for this game due to an ankle injury and has averaged 25.2 PPG on 54% shooting, while Anthony Davis has recorded an average of 24.3 PPG. Austin Reaves has scored at least 20 points in four consecutive bouts with an average of 15.3 PPG on 48% shooting. Rui on the run 💨 pic.twitter.com/l9SU6tWjDo

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-11-30Los Angeles Lakers 110 · Oklahoma City Thunder 133
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Lakers defeated Oklahoma City Thunder 129-120

Los Angeles Lakers defeated Oklahoma City Thunder 129-120 on December 23, 2023, a 9-point decision in the series. Los Angeles Lakers' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 35-20. Against SportsJaw's recorded Los Angeles Lakers +3.5 (-110) spread, Los Angeles Lakers covered, while the 249 combined points finished over the recorded total of 239.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • HopkinspicksTotal · Over 238 (-110)Win
  • MrmisterSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -4 (-110)Loss
  • ThehitmanSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -4 (-110)Loss
  • Mr_BiggsMoneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder -155Loss
  • KryptonSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • Sarah_MillerTotal · Over 239 (-110)Win
  • CoolioSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 239 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoversSpread · Oklahoma City Thunder -3.5 (-110)Loss
  • Altuve27Spread · Los Angeles Lakers +3.5 (-110)Win
  • BooksworstnightmareMoneyline · Oklahoma City Thunder -157Loss