Los Angeles Clippers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Preview
The Clippers (-198) are favored by 5.5 points over the Thunder (+163) in this Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 236.5 points.
This game will be played in Los Angeles at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:00 ET and the game will be televised on TNT.
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Los Angeles Clippers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Over their previous five games against the Clippers, the Thunder have put together a record of 4-1. In the last five head to head games between the Thunder and Clippers, the average combined point total is 222 points per game. The over/under record in these matchups is 3-2.
- In their last three games away from home, the Thunder have a straight up record of 2-1 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 123 points per game in these contests.
- The Clippers are 3-2 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the underdog, Oklahoma City has an ATS mark of 7-3 while going 6-4 straight up.
- As the betting favorite, the Clippers have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 3-0.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction
Today, the Thunder are looking to snap a three-game under streak as they take on the Clippers. So far this season, their games have averaged 235.4 points, which is lower than today’s O/U line of 236.5.
Oklahoma City’s O/U record for the season is 22-17, and 25 of their games have had lower O/U lines than today’s. In their last three games, the Thunder have gone under the posted total.
In their most recent game, the Thunder lost to the Lakers by a score of 112-105. The O/U line for that game was 241 points. Oklahoma City was favored by 2.5 points going into the game, giving them an ATS loss.
For the season, the Thunder have an ATS record of 27-12, and they are 11-7 ATS on the road. As the underdog, they are 10-6 ATS.
In the Western Conference, the Thunder are currently in 2nd place with a record of 27-12. In non-conference games, they are 12-3 compared to 15-9 against Western Conference opponents.
Overall, the Thunder are 11-7 on the road this season, and they have an average scoring margin of +6.1 points per game. At home, they are 16-5 straight-up and have won six straight games ATS.
On offense, the Thunder are one of the best teams in the league, averaging 122.1 points per game (3rd). They have been even better on the road, scoring 119.2 points per game (5th).
Oklahoma City has outscored the NBA scoring average in 74.4% of their games this season. They have also been one of the most efficient teams in the league, ranking 2nd in field goal percentage and true shooting percentage.
So far, the Thunder have been one of the best three-point shooting teams in the league, hitting 38% of their attempts (2nd). However, they have struggled on the offensive glass, ranking 29th in offensive rebounds.
On defense, the Thunder come into the game ranked 14th in the league in points allowed at 113.3 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 96.3 points per contest (22nd). Inside the arc, the Thunder defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 51.2% and 35.8% from three-point territory.
The Clippers have won three straight games as the favorite and are favored by 5.5 points today. So far this season, they have been favored in 31 of their 39 games and have a record of 25-6 in those games.
At home, the Clippers are 11-9 against the spread, and they have covered the spread in five straight home games. Overall, their ATS record is 20-19, and they are 19-12 vs. the spread as the favorite.
LA’s O/U record for the season is 17-22, and their games have averaged 229.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 236.5, and 33 of their games have had lower over/under lines than that.
In their last game, the Clippers lost to the Timberwolves by a score of 109-105. The O/U line for that game was 224 points, and LA was a 1-point underdog going into the game.
In the Western Conference standings, the Clippers are currently in 4th place with a record of 25-14. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 19-11 and 6-3 against non-conference opponents.
Heading into tonight’s game, the Clippers are 9th in the NBA in scoring at 117.4 points per game. However, they are just 26th in pace at 97.1 possessions per game. At home, they are averaging 117.6 points per game.
Los Angeles is one of the most efficient three-point shooting teams in the league, hitting 39% of their attempts (1st). Overall, they are 5th in field goal percentage at 49%. In terms of free throws, the Clippers are 16th in attempts and 14th in made free throws.
When it comes to assists, the Clippers are 20th in the league at 25.7 per game. In terms of offensive rebounds, they are 19th in the NBA. Heading into tonight’s game, the Clippers have outscored the NBA scoring average in 53.8% of their games.
At this time, the Clippers’ defense is positioned 10th in the NBA, permitting 111.9 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Clippers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 53.3% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 35.9% from downtown.
With the Clippers being favored by 5.5, our NFL analytics models has this one playing out 118-117 in favor of the Clippers.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Tips
- Take the Clippers on the moneyline
- On the spread, we like Thunder (+5.5)
- Our NBA model projects 235 points, and we suggest taking the under
Los Angeles Clippers Injury Report
- Ivica Zubac – Calf – Out
- Moussa Diabate – Hand – Out
Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
No Injuries Reported
