Lakers vs Thunder Predictions

The Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder face off in what is sure to be a promising western conference affair. While one team is in a different tier than the other, this is the NBA and either team can win any game. We will be sure to make sure you can profit while tuning into what is sure to be a firework-filled matchup. Let’s dive right into how this game will go down and who will end up covering the spread.

This game will take place at 10:00 PM ET in the Staples Center

Why bet the Thunder:

✅ It’s going to make you feel incredibly uneasy, but the Thunder should give the Lakers a bit of a tough game in this one. While the talent level on the floor won’t be close, the Lakers have nothing to go off with this current Thunder lineup. They will surprise the Lakers enough to at least keep the game close. 

✅ The injuries to LeBron James and Anthony Davis no longer look minuscule. James is healthy enough, but played three overtimes in his last two games while Davis is dealing with a serious case of inflammation in his ankle. Against the Thunder’s C-team, I expect the Lakers to protect their superstars. That might not mean the Thunder win, but they should stay competitive enough to cover the spread. 

✅ The Thunder are without a lot of their best players, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have plenty of weapons still. Hamidou Diallo has emerged as a stud and the veteran Al Horford has garnered a larger usage %. This team will fight tooth and nail against a Lakers team I expect to take the game off a bit. 

✅ Thunder are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 Wednesday games.

✅ Lakers are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games vs. a team with a losing straight up record.

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers predictions must be well-thought-out and researched. We are here to do the tough work so you don’t have to. This game might seem like a mismatch at first glance, but you must be able to navigate your way through the noise to see what is real.

Make sure to check out the Thunder vs Lakers predictions above and below as we look to keep you profitable while tuning into this spectacular WC showdown. You will not want to miss out.

The Lakers hold a distinct all-time advantage against the Thunder, winning close to 65% of their head-to-head matchups. With that said, that doesn’t matter when the teams take the court. It only matters what happens in those 48 minutes, and we are here to break them down.

La Lakers vs Thunder Against the Spread Predictions

When making a Lakers vs Thunder bet against the spread, you must pick which team will win the game and by how many points. This amount is called the spread and determines everything within this bet. Betting against the spread is the most popular way to bet NBA games as you’re able to get even money on both teams. 

Let’s say the Los Angeles Lakers are favored by 5.5 points over the Oklahoma City Thunder. In this circumstance, a bet on the Lakers would call for a win by six or more points while a wager on the Thunder would call for either a victory by any margin or a loss by five or fewer points. 

You must consider every last factor when making a bet like this. Make sure to check out the Lakers vs Thunder against the spread predictions above as we highlight our best bets for this western conference showdown. We’ve put in the time necessary so you don’t have to.

Thunder vs Lakers Over/Under Betting

When making a bet on the over/under, it’s your job to determine whether the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder will combine for more or less than a certain amount of points. This is called the total and it’s a number set by the sportsbooks that will continue to adjust as action comes in. 

Using the same example above, let’s say the over/under is set to 214.5 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder. A bet on the over would ask the pair of teams to combine for 215 or more points while a wager on the under would ask for 214 or fewer points to be scored.

This is the second most popular way to wager on NBA games and another way to get even money on both sides of the bet. We’re here to bring you Lakers vs Thunder over/under betting predictions above that you will not want to miss out on.

Los Angeles Lakers vs Thunder Moneyline Predictions

When making a moneyline bet, it’s your job to determine which team will win the game outright. This removes any question about the spread or over/under, though you will still have to pay the juice somewhere. 

If you want to bet on the favorite to win outright, you’ll have to pay over $100 to return $100. A $100 bet on an underdog will return more than $100, depending on how heavily favored the other team is. You have to make sure the value is there before placing the bet. 

When making a moneyline wager, everything must be considered. This includes if either team is banged up or more fatigued than the other. It might not seem like it, but either team can win this game. Make sure to check out the Lakers vs Thunder moneyline predictions above. 

Odds in the NBA move around more than any other sport and it’s not by accident. With shootaround occurring mid-morning, news tends to slowly leak out afterward. This can and will cause both sportsbooks and bettors to panic, leaving the line to move a bit. 

The spread isn’t the only number that can move, but the over/under and moneyline odds can go either direction as well. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled above as we will let you know which side of things to be on. 

The United States currently doesn’t offer any live streaming options when it comes to the NBA and sportsbooks. With that being said, things are sure to change before long with the legal landscape of sports betting under constant progress. We will be the first ones to let you know. 

For now, the Lakers vs Thunder live streaming options include subscribing to NBA League Pass and directly to a paid streaming site. The best of which include YoutubeTV, Hulu, and FuboTV. Make sure to check them out if you want to watch this game and profit.