The Los Angeles Lakers’ road trip continues. After spending a night in Detroit, they head southward to play the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday.
| Pointspread | +4.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | +155 |
| Over / Under | o +235.5 |
| Pointspread | -4.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | -190 |
| Over / Under | u +235.5 |
So far the Lakers’ travels have produced a decent 2-1 record, with the second victory coming on Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons, 133-107. Oklahoma concluded their NBA In-Season Tournament journey on Tuesday with a fiery defeat to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 106-103.
The host Thunder are currently pinned as -5.5 favourites on the NBA odds.
Lakers vs. Thunder NBA Betting Odds
As some fans may recall, last season the Thunder were part of an iconic moment in NBA history involving the Lakers and LeBron James. Last February was when James became the all-time leading scorer in a game at home versus Oklahoma. The irony was that OKC won the match 133-130. L.A. took the next two against the Thunder on route to a memorable playoff run that lasted until the conference finals.
The Lakers continue to traverse a testy period without some old and new faces (Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt all injured). Wednesday’s win over the Pistons improved their away tally to 4-6, although one assumes OKC will be a sterner test. We wrote in our Pistons game preview that the spread results of Lakers games have switched between covering and not throughout November. It happened again on Wednesday (cover).
Even with a few recent games for which the Thunder didn’t cover the spread, they’re still a healthy 12-5 on the season. They’ve been tested thoroughly this week, having already played the 76ers and Timberwolves. Ontario native Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is fifth in the NBA with 30.5 points per game, propelling the team to fifth-best with 118.6 points a night.
Los Angeles Lakers
It’s sad to say but pretty much everyone knew Wednesday was going to be a relatively simply bounce-back game for the Lakers. After getting buzz-sawed by the 76ers on Monday, they were the ones delivering the pain on Wednesday, handing the rusty Pistons 133-107.
All the familiar names had big nights, led by D’Angelo Russell’s 35 points. He was incredibly comfortable shooting from beyond the arc, hitting five of his seven attempts. Anthony Davis (28 points) took advantage of the lackadaisical Detroit defence by wiggling his way to the basket all night for layups, flushes, and rebounds that turned into flushes. James was the quietest of the three, going for “only” 25 points but put on a show with some dunks of his own. L.A.’s defence isn’t as stout as it was last year (18th in the NBA for points conceded per contest), so Thursday on the road against a high-flying Thunder squad will be a stern test of their metal.
Oklahoma City Thunder
It’s been a bewildering few days for the Oklahoma City Thunder. First, they were involved in a wild, physical affair with the Timberwolves on Tuesday, falling 106-103. Second, one of their stars, Josh Giddey, is the subject of an investigation by police in Newport Beach, California for uncouth extra-curricular activities.
What the team even feels like on Thursday when King James comes to town is anyone’s guess, or what Giddey’s status could be between now and then. He certainly was persona non grata in Minneapolis a couple of nights ago. A chorus of boos rained down every single time he touched the ball. He didn’t have a great night either, only going 4-for-8, 10 points, and a -10 differential. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was his usual slippery self, hitting incredible shots to keep his team afloat. He finished with 32 points and three steals. Maybe the result would have differed had Chet Holmgren done better than 6-for-20.
NBA Prediction: Who Will Win Lakers vs. Thunder?
Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
| time | fav | line | total |
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| Opening 30 Nov 3:24am | OKC | -6.5 -115 | O +227.5 -110 |
| Closing 1 Dec 2:27am | OKC | -9.5 -125 | O +247.5 -125 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Lakers Team Leaders
| Points |
25.66 |
| Assists |
8.3 |
| Rebounds |
12.64 |
| FG% |
72 |
| Steals |
1.25 |
| Blocks |
2.34 |
| Points |
30.05 |
| Assists |
6.2 |
| Rebounds |
7.9 |
| FG% |
58.3 |
| Steals |
2 |
| Blocks |
2.32 |
| Points |
27.8 |
| Assists |
8.8 |
| Rebounds |
15.6 |
| FG% |
63.4 |
| Steals |
2.4 |
| Blocks |
1.6 |
| Points |
30.2 |
| Assists |
6.4 |
| Rebounds |
7.2 |
| FG% |
50 |
| Steals |
1.7 |
| Blocks |
2.5 |
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Thunder Team Leaders
| Points |
25.66 |
| Assists |
8.3 |
| Rebounds |
12.64 |
| FG% |
72 |
| Steals |
1.25 |
| Blocks |
2.34 |
| Points |
30.05 |
| Assists |
6.2 |
| Rebounds |
7.9 |
| FG% |
58.3 |
| Steals |
2 |
| Blocks |
2.32 |
| Points |
27.8 |
| Assists |
8.8 |
| Rebounds |
15.6 |
| FG% |
63.4 |
| Steals |
2.4 |
| Blocks |
1.6 |
| Points |
30.2 |
| Assists |
6.4 |
| Rebounds |
7.2 |
| FG% |
50 |
| Steals |
1.7 |
| Blocks |
2.5 |
Injuries
Cam Reddish (SF)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Gabe Vincent (SG)
Jaxson Hayes (C)
D'Angelo Russell (PG)
Taurean Prince (SF)
Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Cam Reddish (SF)
Josh Giddey (SG)
Luguentz Dort (SG)
Jaylin Williams (PF)
Isaiah Joe (PG)
Gordon Hayward (SF)
Luguentz Dort (SG)
Bismack Biyombo (C)
Jaylin Williams (PF)
Gordon Hayward (SF)
Lindy Waters III (SF)
Injuries
| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Out Mon | Ankle - 16 / 04 / 24 | 3-2 | 2-3 | + - |
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Reddish is hampered by a right ankle sprain, and he will not suit up against the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference first round. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Prob Wed | Personal - 01 / 04 / 24 | 6-6 | 7-5 | + - |
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Reddish was absent from the last match while tending to a personal matter, but it is anticipated that he will dress for Wednesday's showdown versus the Wizards. |
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| Gabe Vincent (SG) | Prob Wed | Knee - 01 / 04 / 24 | 6-6 | 7-5 | + - |
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Vincent missed the previous contest with a left knee injury, but it is not expected to impact his status against the Wizards on Wednesday. |
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| Jaxson Hayes (C) | Prob Tues | Calf - 31 / 03 / 24 | 6-7 | 7-6 | + - |
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Hayes missed the last game with a left calf contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be active for Tuesday's clash with the Raptors. |
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| D'Angelo Russell (PG) | Prob Tues | Illness - 24 / 03 / 24 | 9-8 | 10-7 | + - |
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Russell missed the last game ailing from an illness, but it is anticipated that he will take the court against the Bucks on Tuesday. |
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| Taurean Prince (SF) | Prob Sun | Personal - 22 / 03 / 24 | 10-8 | 11-7 | + - |
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Prince missed the last contest due to a personal matter, but it is expected that he will suit up against the Pacers on Sunday. |
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| Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG) | Out indefinitely | Back - 21 / 03 / 24 | 10-8 | 11-7 | + - |
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Hood-Schifino is idle after undergoing a lumbar microdiscectomy procedure, and the severity of the ailment is unknown. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Prob Fri | Ankle - 10 / 03 / 24 | 12-10 | 14-8 | + - |
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Reddish has been absent the previous four games due to a right ankle sprain, but it is anticipated that he will take the floor against the 76ers on Friday. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Prob Fri | Ankle - 07 / 03 / 24 | 13-11 | 15-9 | + - |
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Reddish is expected to lace up for Friday's matchup with the Bucks despite a right ankle sprain. |
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| Cam Reddish (SF) | Ques Fri | Ankle - 05 / 03 / 24 | 13-12 | 16-9 | + - |
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Reddish missed the last game nursing a right ankle sprain, and it is yet to be determined if he will take the court Friday against the Bucks. |
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| player (position) | status | ats*current | o/u* | notes | |
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| Josh Giddey (SG) | Prob Sun | Hip - 12 / 04 / 24 | 8-4 | 3-9 | + - |
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Giddey missed the previous contest with a right hip contusion, but it is forecasted that he will suit up Sunday against the Mavericks. |
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| Luguentz Dort (SG) | Out Wed | Rest - 10 / 04 / 24 | 9-4 | 3-10 | + - |
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Dort will not play against the Spurs on Wednesday as he will receive a day of rest. |
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| Jaylin Williams (PF) | Prob Wed | Back - 10 / 04 / 24 | 9-4 | 3-10 | + - |
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Williams has a lower-back contusion, but it is likely that he will dress for Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs. |
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| Isaiah Joe (PG) | Prob Sun | Ankle - 06 / 04 / 24 | 9-6 | 5-10 | + - |
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Joe is expected to be in Sunday's lineup versus the Hornets despite a right ankle sprain. |
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| Gordon Hayward (SF) | Prob Wed | Leg - 05 / 04 / 24 | 9-7 | 6-10 | + - |
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Hayward has missed the last two contests with left leg soreness, but it is expected that he will face the Spurs on Wednesday. |
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| Luguentz Dort (SG) | Prob Tues | Nose - 24 / 03 / 24 | 12-11 | 10-13 | + - |
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Dort was removed from the previous game with a nasal contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be available for Tuesday's matchup with the Pelicans. |
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| Bismack Biyombo (C) | Prob Fri | Undisclosed - 06 / 03 / 24 | 13-18 | 13-18 | + - |
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Biyombo exited the last game with an unknown issue, but it is not expected to affect his status for Friday's clash against the Heat. |
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| Jaylin Williams (PF) | Prob Fri | Knee - 01 / 03 / 24 | 15-19 | 14-20 | + - |
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Williams has been absent the previous two matchups due to a left knee sprain, but it is likely that he will play Friday against the Heat. |
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| Gordon Hayward (SF) | Prob Thurs | Calf - 11 / 02 / 24 | 20-20 | 19-20-1 | + - |
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Hayward has missed the previous two games due to left calf strain, but it is likely that he will suit up Thursday versus the Clippers. |
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| Lindy Waters III (SF) | Ques Tues | Ankle - 06 / 02 / 24 | 20-22 | 21-20-1 | + - |
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Waters III is hampered by a left ankle strain, and it has yet to be determined if he will play the Jazz on Tuesday. |
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Line History
Sports Interaction customers are placing their bets on:
time fav line total Opening 30 Nov 3:24am OKC -6.5 -115 O +227.5 -110 Closing 1 Dec 2:27am OKC -9.5 -125 O +247.5 -125 -
- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Lakers Team Leaders
Points 25.66
Assists 8.3
Rebounds 12.64
FG% 72
Steals 1.25
Blocks 2.34
Points 30.05
Assists 6.2
Rebounds 7.9
FG% 58.3
Steals 2
Blocks 2.32
Points 27.8
Assists 8.8
Rebounds 15.6
FG% 63.4
Steals 2.4
Blocks 1.6
Points 30.2
Assists 6.4
Rebounds 7.2
FG% 50
Steals 1.7
Blocks 2.5
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- Regular Season
- Playoffs
Thunder Team Leaders
Points 25.66
Assists 8.3
Rebounds 12.64
FG% 72
Steals 1.25
Blocks 2.34
Points 30.05
Assists 6.2
Rebounds 7.9
FG% 58.3
Steals 2
Blocks 2.32
Points 27.8
Assists 8.8
Rebounds 15.6
FG% 63.4
Steals 2.4
Blocks 1.6
Points 30.2
Assists 6.4
Rebounds 7.2
FG% 50
Steals 1.7
Blocks 2.5
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Injuries
Cam Reddish (SF)
Out Mon Ankle - 16 / 04 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Prob Wed Personal - 01 / 04 / 24Gabe Vincent (SG)
Prob Wed Knee - 01 / 04 / 24Jaxson Hayes (C)
Prob Tues Calf - 31 / 03 / 24D'Angelo Russell (PG)
Prob Tues Illness - 24 / 03 / 24Taurean Prince (SF)
Prob Sun Personal - 22 / 03 / 24Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG)
Out indefinitely Back - 21 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Prob Fri Ankle - 10 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Prob Fri Ankle - 07 / 03 / 24Cam Reddish (SF)
Ques Fri Ankle - 05 / 03 / 24Josh Giddey (SG)
Prob Sun Hip - 12 / 04 / 24Luguentz Dort (SG)
Out Wed Rest - 10 / 04 / 24Jaylin Williams (PF)
Prob Wed Back - 10 / 04 / 24Isaiah Joe (PG)
Prob Sun Ankle - 06 / 04 / 24Gordon Hayward (SF)
Prob Wed Leg - 05 / 04 / 24Luguentz Dort (SG)
Prob Tues Nose - 24 / 03 / 24Bismack Biyombo (C)
Prob Fri Undisclosed - 06 / 03 / 24Jaylin Williams (PF)
Prob Fri Knee - 01 / 03 / 24Gordon Hayward (SF)
Prob Thurs Calf - 11 / 02 / 24Lindy Waters III (SF)
Ques Tues Ankle - 06 / 02 / 24Injuries
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Cam Reddish (SF) Out Mon Ankle - 16 / 04 / 24 3-2 2-3 + - Reddish is hampered by a right ankle sprain, and he will not suit up against the Nuggets in Game 5 of the Western Conference first round.
Cam Reddish (SF) Prob Wed Personal - 01 / 04 / 24 6-6 7-5 + - Reddish was absent from the last match while tending to a personal matter, but it is anticipated that he will dress for Wednesday's showdown versus the Wizards.
Gabe Vincent (SG) Prob Wed Knee - 01 / 04 / 24 6-6 7-5 + - Vincent missed the previous contest with a left knee injury, but it is not expected to impact his status against the Wizards on Wednesday.
Jaxson Hayes (C) Prob Tues Calf - 31 / 03 / 24 6-7 7-6 + - Hayes missed the last game with a left calf contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be active for Tuesday's clash with the Raptors.
D'Angelo Russell (PG) Prob Tues Illness - 24 / 03 / 24 9-8 10-7 + - Russell missed the last game ailing from an illness, but it is anticipated that he will take the court against the Bucks on Tuesday.
Taurean Prince (SF) Prob Sun Personal - 22 / 03 / 24 10-8 11-7 + - Prince missed the last contest due to a personal matter, but it is expected that he will suit up against the Pacers on Sunday.
Jalen Hood-Schifino (PG) Out indefinitely Back - 21 / 03 / 24 10-8 11-7 + - Hood-Schifino is idle after undergoing a lumbar microdiscectomy procedure, and the severity of the ailment is unknown.
Cam Reddish (SF) Prob Fri Ankle - 10 / 03 / 24 12-10 14-8 + - Reddish has been absent the previous four games due to a right ankle sprain, but it is anticipated that he will take the floor against the 76ers on Friday.
Cam Reddish (SF) Prob Fri Ankle - 07 / 03 / 24 13-11 15-9 + - Reddish is expected to lace up for Friday's matchup with the Bucks despite a right ankle sprain.
Cam Reddish (SF) Ques Fri Ankle - 05 / 03 / 24 13-12 16-9 + - Reddish missed the last game nursing a right ankle sprain, and it is yet to be determined if he will take the court Friday against the Bucks.
player (position) status ats*current o/u* notes Josh Giddey (SG) Prob Sun Hip - 12 / 04 / 24 8-4 3-9 + - Giddey missed the previous contest with a right hip contusion, but it is forecasted that he will suit up Sunday against the Mavericks.
Luguentz Dort (SG) Out Wed Rest - 10 / 04 / 24 9-4 3-10 + - Dort will not play against the Spurs on Wednesday as he will receive a day of rest.
Jaylin Williams (PF) Prob Wed Back - 10 / 04 / 24 9-4 3-10 + - Williams has a lower-back contusion, but it is likely that he will dress for Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs.
Isaiah Joe (PG) Prob Sun Ankle - 06 / 04 / 24 9-6 5-10 + - Joe is expected to be in Sunday's lineup versus the Hornets despite a right ankle sprain.
Gordon Hayward (SF) Prob Wed Leg - 05 / 04 / 24 9-7 6-10 + - Hayward has missed the last two contests with left leg soreness, but it is expected that he will face the Spurs on Wednesday.
Luguentz Dort (SG) Prob Tues Nose - 24 / 03 / 24 12-11 10-13 + - Dort was removed from the previous game with a nasal contusion, but it is anticipated that he will be available for Tuesday's matchup with the Pelicans.
Bismack Biyombo (C) Prob Fri Undisclosed - 06 / 03 / 24 13-18 13-18 + - Biyombo exited the last game with an unknown issue, but it is not expected to affect his status for Friday's clash against the Heat.
Jaylin Williams (PF) Prob Fri Knee - 01 / 03 / 24 15-19 14-20 + - Williams has been absent the previous two matchups due to a left knee sprain, but it is likely that he will play Friday against the Heat.
Gordon Hayward (SF) Prob Thurs Calf - 11 / 02 / 24 20-20 19-20-1 + - Hayward has missed the previous two games due to left calf strain, but it is likely that he will suit up Thursday versus the Clippers.
Lindy Waters III (SF) Ques Tues Ankle - 06 / 02 / 24 20-22 21-20-1 + - Waters III is hampered by a left ankle strain, and it has yet to be determined if he will play the Jazz on Tuesday.