Oklahoma City Thunder vs Portland Trail Blazers, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Portland Trail Blazers Basteball Odds

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Oklahoma City Thunder

The Thunder are 1st in the North-west division and 1st in the Western Conference.

The record of the Thunder in the 2024-25 NBA season is 51-11.In their recent matchup against the Grizzlies,they won by 17 points (120-103). Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 41 points and keyed a third-quarter rally.Jalen Williams added 20 points and Aaron Wiggins had 16 for the Thunder, who have now won five straight games and seven of their last eight. Isaiah Hartenstein finished with 10 points and 15 rebounds.The Thunder used a 15-6 run to create a slight buffer in the second quarter, then outscored Memphis 30-23 in the third.

For the upcoming match against the Portland TrailBlazers, the Oklahoma City Thunder will likely focus on utilizing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s scoring versatility and Chet Holmgren’s defensive presence. Expect OKC to capitalize on defensive stops to initiate fast-break opportunities, using their guard-heavy rotation to control the pace and limit TrailBlazers ball movement.The Thunder aim to exploit perimeter mismatches, keeping the TrailBlazers defenders on their heels. Effective rebounding will also be a focus to limit TrailBlazers second-chance points.

The Thunder on average score 119.6 points per game they score 47.7% from the field and are ranked 9th in the league and 36.3% from the arc are ranked 12th in the league. Rebounds Per Game:- 44.7 rebounds and are ranked 14th in the league.

Injuries:-NONE

Portland Trail Blazers

The TrailBlazers are 4th in the North-West division and 12th in the Western Conference.

The record of the TrailBlazers in the 2024-25 NBA season is 28-35.In their last game against the Celtics,the TrailBlazers lost by 10 points(118-128).Anfernee Simons  led Portland with 30 points and Shaedon Sharpe added 25.After the Blazers cut what had been a 25-point deficit to 124-116 with 2:35 to play, Boston came up with back-to-back stops and made enough free throws down the stretch to preserve the win.

For the upcoming match against the Oklahoma City Thunder,The Trail Blazers aim to utilize Anfernee Simons' scoring ability while leveraging the interior presence of Deandre Ayton.Ball movement and controlling turnovers are critical areas for them to improve. They will likely prioritize slowing down Thunder fast pace to avoid being overwhelmed in transition. Defensive focus will be on containing Thunder offensive threats, particularly SGA,while seeking offensive contributions from players like Jerami Grant and Scoot Henderson​.

The TrailBlazers on average score 110.8 points per game they score 45.5% from the field and are ranked 22nd in the league,and 34.7% from the arc and are ranked 23rd in the league. Rebounds per Game:- 43.9 and Ranked 17th in season.

Injuries:-Deandre Ayton:OUT(Calf Strain)

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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Portland Trail Blazers Match Prediction & Analysis

Check out some of the key stats for this matchup:

The Thunder’s record against the spread last season was 46-35-1.

Last year, the Thunder games went over 221.5 points scored, their current matchup’s total, 55 (out of 82) times.

The Trail Blazers are 4-2-1 against the spread this year.

This season, three of the Trail Blazers’ seven games have had a combined total higher than 221 points scored.

The Trail Blazers have put together a 2-5 record in games they were listed as the moneyline underdog (winning 28.6% of those games).

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OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER vs PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS
Winning Prediction

For the upcoming TrailBlazers vs Thunder matchup, the Thunder to win. Due to their strong, dynamic backcourt led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and solid interior defense with Chet Holmgren.The Thunder, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading an up-tempo offense, will aim to push the pace and capitalize on any TrailBlazers defensive lapses. Given the Thunder's recent strong performances they have a advantage to win this game.

Oklahoma City Thunder to Win!

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