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Oklahoma City Thunder at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (2-3) welcome the Oklahoma City Thunder (5-0) to the Intuit Dome Saturday. Tip is set for 10:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Thunder vs. Clippers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting. Thunder won 2-1 last year

The Thunder beat the Portland Trail Blazers 137-114 Friday, covering as an 11-point favorite. Oklahoma City has been on a tear this season, winning all 5 games and covering in 4 of them. It is 3-0 against the spread (ATS) on the road. The Thunder’s defense has been what has propelled them so far, allowing 95 or fewer in 3 of 5. OKC is led by G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is averaging 26.8 points per game.

The Clippers lost to the Phoenix Suns 125-119 Thursday, closing as a 4.5-point home underdog. Los Angeles has lost 2 in a row after starting the season 2-1. It has scored 112 or more in 3 of 5 games and in 2 of 3 at home. LA is 3-2 ATS on the season. The Clippers are 3-1 ATS as an underdog. Los Angeles is led by G Norman Powell, who is averaging 25.4 points per game.

Thunder at Clippers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Clippers +185 (bet $100 to win $185)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder -5.5 (-110) | Clippers +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Thunder at Clippers key injuries

Thunder

C Isaiah Hartenstein (hand) out
F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out
G Kenrich Williams (knee) questionable

Clippers

C Mo Bamba (knee) out
F Kawhi Leonard (knee) out
F P.J. Tucker (not with team) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Thunder at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 112, Clippers 105

Moneyline

PASS.

The Thunder have been surging to start the season and are a rightful road favorite. They should come out on top but are too expensive to play here. The Clippers are 2-0 on the road and 0-3 at home. They aren’t worthy as a home underdog look either.

Against the spread

BET THUNDER -5.5 (-110).

The Clippers have struggled to cover at home and are 1-2 ATS in home games. They have lost 2 in a row as well, one of those being at home against the Blazers.

The Thunder have been playing much better as of late, beating the Trail Blazers by 23 Friday and covering with ease. They are 1-0 ATS as a single-digit favorite and are 3-0 ATS on the road. All of the Thunder’s top-5 scorers are shooting 45.0% or better while only 3 of the Clippers’ top 5 are.

Considering the efficiency advantage and recent trends, back THUNDER -5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 220.5 (-110).

The Clippers play at a slow pace and don’t push the tempo often. Los Angeles sits 20th in pace in the NBA and ranks 7th in defensive rating. The Thunder have the best defense in the NBA at a 95.7 rating.

Oklahoma City is 2-3 O/U and 1-2 O/U on the road. It has held all but one opponent to under 105. The Clippers are 2-3 O/U as well and have held 3 of their 5 opponents to 106 or fewer.

With those figures in mind, back UNDER 220.5 (-105).

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Oklahoma City Thunder at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at LA Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Oklahoma City Thunder (35-36) visit the Los Angeles Clippers (38-34) on Tuesday. Tip from crypto.com Arena is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Thunder vs. Clippers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Oklahoma City beat the Phoenix Suns 124-120 at home on Sunday to cover as a 1.5-point favorite. It has won 4 of its last 5 games and is 7-3 in its last 10 while also going 7-3 against the spread (ATS) to improve to 42-26-3 ATS this season.

Los Angeles toppled the Portland Trail Blazers 117-102 on the road Sunday to cover as a 4.5-point favorite. LA has won 5 of its last 6 games and is 5-5 in its last 10 and also 5-5 ATS. They sit at 36-36 ATS this season.

The Thunder beat the Clippers in both matchups this season winning 108-94 to cover as 5.5-point home underdogs on Oct. 25 and 118-110 to cover as 7-point home underdogs 2 days later on Oct. 27.

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Thunder at Clippers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:36 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder +225 (bet $100 to win $225) | Clippers -270 (bet $270 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +6.5 (-105) | Clippers -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 238.5 (O: -100 | U: -110)

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Thunder at Clippers key injuries

Thunder

None

Clippers

PG Brandon Boston Jr. (tailbone) out
SG Norman Powell (shoulder) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Thunder at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 114, Thunder 111

Moneyline

PASS.

At 19-16 at home this season and facing a Thunder team that is just 13-21 on the road, the Clippers are a justifiable favorite in this matchup. At -270 odds, there is no profit to be made on a moneyline bet.

Against the spread

LEAN THUNDER +6.5 (-105)

At 42-26-3 ATS this season, the Thunder have been a profitable spread play this season. They are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games and 9-1 ATS in their last 10 Tuesday games.

The Thunder is 19-12-3 ATS on the road this season while the Clippers are 16-19 ATS at home. The Clippers have struggled recently playing on little rest; they are 0-4 ATS in their last 4 games playing on 1 day’s rest.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 238.5 (-115)

The Under is 3-2 in the Thunder’s last 5 games. For the Clippers, the Under is 4-0 in their last 4 games after allowing 100 or more points in the previous game. The Under is 6-4 in LA’s last 10 games, including the last 2 games.

Most importantly, the Under is 26-9 in Clippers home games and until proven otherwise, hammer the Under whenever they play in front of their home crowd.

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Oklahoma City Thunder (24-57) visit Crypto.com Arena Sunday to take on the Los Angeles Clippers (41-40). Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Thunder vs. Clippers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Clippers are coming into this game having won 4 straight, covering 3 of them. They beat the Kings 117-98 Saturday, covering as 12-point home favorites. This will be their fourth-straight home game.

L.A. has already locked up a play-in tournament battle with the Minnesota Timberwolves, so there may not be much motivation, especially with superstar F Paul George resting.

The Thunder have been without their star G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for weeks. Oklahoma City is just 12-28 on the road and has lost and failed to cover 2 straight.

OKC has been profitable to bet on the last several weeks, a solid 9-4 against the spread (ATS) record since March 16. It is 48-29-4 ATS on the season.

Thunder at Clippers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:49 p.m. ET.

Money line: Thunder +570 (bet $100 to win $570) | Clippers -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +11.5 (-107) | Clippers -11.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Thunder at Clippers key injuries

Thunder

G Tre Mann (hamstring) out
G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (ankle) out
G Lu Dort (shoulder) out
G Josh Giddey (hip) out
F Darius Bazley (knee) out

Clippers (not officially submitted)

F Paul George (rest) out

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Thunder at Clippers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 114, Thunder 106

Money line

PASS.

The Clippers haven’t been great this season without George, and while I expect them to win, betting on them at +900 is not worth it. Banking on an upset with the Thunder down so many scoring options also isn’t wise.

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Against the spread

LEAN to the THUNDER +11.5 (-107).

OKC has been incredible against the spread this season as a road underdog.

It has the third-best ATS record in that situation at 27-13. Considering LA will be down several key players like George and G Norman Powell, I expect it to be a close battle.

While the Thunder are really only playing 6 players, they have received contributions from F Jaylen Hoard, who has impressed. With this likely being a battle of young guns, I’d back the team that’s thrived in this situation all year.

The Clippers are just 13-15 ATS as a home favorite.

Over/Under

BET to the OVER 217.5 (-112).

While the Thunder’s strength this season has been defensive, it’s missing many of those instrumental defensive players. OKC is 5-5 O/U over its last 10 and has covered all 3 times the projected total has been under 220.

The Thunder rank 10th in pace over their last 10 while the Clippers sit 21st in defensive rating over that span. OKC should be able to push the pace while Los Angeles looks to keep up offensively.

LA is 4-3-1 O/U in its last 8.

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Oklahoma City Thunder at LA Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

On Monday evening, the Oklahoma City Thunder (1-5) will take on the LA Clippers (1-4) The game will be held at Staples Center with tip scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Thunder at Clippers odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are not a bad team, but they just haven’t put together consistent basketball yet. Led by PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, they, as I predicted on our Bet Slippin podcast, took down the short-handed LA Lakers last week.

It was their lone win while they’ve also amassed four double-figure losses. That said, rookie G Joshua Giddey is starting to find his footing with PF Darius Bazley and SG Lu Dort also contributing.

It likely won’t be enough as they take on the SF Paul George-led Clippers. The Clippers have playoff aspirations but must manage without SF Kawhi Leonard for the distant future.

Behind PG Reggie Jackson and George, they must come out on top in this one. With that in mind, the odds heavily suggest they will.

Thunder at Clippers odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:50 a.m. ET.

Money line: Thunder +500 (bet $100 to win $500) | Clippers -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder +10.5 (-102) | Clippers -10.5 (-122)
Over/Under (O/U): 211.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

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Thunder at Clippers key injuries

Thunder

None impacting gambling odds

Clippers

PF Serge Ibaka (low back) out
SF Kawhi Leonard (right knee) out
SF Marcus Morris Sr. (left knee) out

Thunder at Clippers odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 114, Thunder 100

Money line

PASS on the money line.

There’s no value in betting -750 for a heavy home favorite, especially one that has just 1 win in 5 games. Don’t touch either side of the money line on this one.

Against the spread

“LEAN” to the CLIPPERS -10.5 (-122) as the better bet. While I don’t love the number, the Thunder have been far too inconsistent.

They’ve lost four of six games by double figures. With the Clippers needing a big-time win, George could easily go off as the Thunder really don’t have a premier defender at the three.

Generally, this game will be more about how bad the Thunder are than the Clippers’ dominance. The Thunder rank 28th in defensive rating and 32nd in net rating.

The Clippers have four losses in five games and still rank just 18th in net rating. They’ve lost to the Cavs, Grizzlies, Blazers and Warriors — all teams capable of making the playoffs.

With their lone win over the Blazers by 30, expect another statement in against Oklahoma City.

Over/Under

BET on the OVER 211.5 (-115) as the best bet in this game. The Clippers are led by George, who is nearing 28 points per game.

With talented scorers like Reggie Jackson and Luke Kennard on their roster, Los Angeles should be able to score with ease. Also, C Ivica Zubac, who averaged 8.8 points per game, should be able to overpower a smaller Thunder frontcourt.

For OKC, SGA is playing terrific basketball. The 6-foot-6, 23-year-old is averaging over 25 points per game over his last four. Both teams also rank in the top half in three-point attempts per game, so the opportunity is there for points to be scored.

With the Clippers 4th and the Thunder 18th in pace with the stars playing well coming into the game, I see the Over as the better value in this one.

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Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Clippers NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Oklahoma City Thunder (6-8) travel to meet the Los Angeles Clippers (12-4) at Staples Center Sunday for a 4 p.m. ET tip-off. Below, we analyze the Thunder-Clippers NBA odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Thunder at Clippers: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 11:42 p.m. ET.

Money line: Thunder +575 (bet $100 to win $575) | Clippers -900 (bet $900 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Thunder +13.5 (-110) | Clippers -13.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Thunder at Clippers: Key Injuries

Thunder

F Trevor Ariza (personal) out
C Al Horford (personal) questionable

Clippers

None

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Thunder at Clippers: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Clippers 121, Thunder 104

Money line (ML)

The Clippers (-900) are going to get the win just like they did in Friday’s front end of the double dip 120-106. But you cannot risk nine times your potential return in a single game. It’s just not worth the stress. AVOID and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread (ATS)

The CLIPPERS -13.5 (-110) scratched out a narrow cover Friday, hitting a 13.5-point number with a 14-point victory. The first-place Clips have won six straight and have covered four in a row. Look for both streaks to continue.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 221.5 (-110) has been the rule lately in Clippers games, cashing in five of the previous six outings, including Friday’s 226 total points against a 221.5 number. OKC isn’t as prolific offensively, but it has been holding its own lately, and it rolls in on a 4-0 Over run.

The Thunder enter play 22nd in the NBA with 113.1 PPG allowed. The Clippers are No. 1 in both 3-point percentage (43.3%), and free-throw percentage (84.5%). They’re sixth in defensive scoring average at 107.7 PPG, but they also have pumped in 115.2 PPG on offense to rank sixth in the league. We’ll see plenty of points.

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