The Los Angeles Lakers (12-2) head to Chesapeake Energy Arena to challenge the Oklahoma City Thunder (5-9). The Lakers are a 4.5-point favorite and will attempt to extend their five-game winning streak. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 211 points and it begins at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Los Angeles Lakers at Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Odds
In their first matchup this year, James led the Lakers to a 112-107 win. He notched a triple-double with 25 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. The two teams combined for 219 points, which was over the projected point total of 209.5, and Los Angeles was unable to cover as an 11.5-point favorite. Los Angeles’ rebounding was their biggest advantage. The Lakers had 14 offensive rebounds and 46 total rebounds, while the Thunder had eight and 39, respectively.
Lakers games have no tendency in regards to the O/U total, as there has been an even split between games finishing over and under. Los Angeles comes into the game with records of 12-2 straight up (SU) and 9-5 against the spread (ATS).
Of the Thunder’s 14 games, 8 have finished under the total. Oklahoma City has an outstanding record ATS (9-5), despite being 5-9 SU.
Oklahoma City might have trouble scoring as they clash against one of the league’s best defenses. Los Angeles ranks second in defensive efficiency, while the Thunder rank 20th in offensive efficiency.
Lakers vs. Thunder ATS Pick
Free NBA Pick: SU Winner – Lakers, ATS Winner – Lakers, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- The Lakers average 19.1 points off turnovers per game, which ranks seventh in the NBA. The Thunder rank 15th in points off turnovers allowed per game (17.6).
- Los Angeles ranks second in points in the paint per game (53.4) while Oklahoma City ranks 25th (42.6).
- The Lakers rank first in blocks per game (7.8) while the Thunder rank 22nd (4.3).
- Los Angeles ranks fourth in assists per game (26.6) while Oklahoma City ranks 24th (21.3).
- Oklahoma City ranks third in three pointers allowed per game (30.2) while Los Angeles ranks 11th (32.6).
- The Lakers rank seventh in fast break points per game (15.3) while the Thunder rank last (9.6).
- The Lakers rank fifth in rebounds allowed per game (42.6) while the Thunder rank 18th (46.4).
- Oklahoma City ranks 11th in steals per game (8.2) while Los Angeles ranks 18th in steals allowed per game (8.1).
- Los Angeles ranks second in second chance points per game (15.4) while Oklahoma City ranks 24th (9.6).
- When holding opponents below 100 points, Oklahoma City is 2-2 and Los Angeles is 6-0.
- When reaching the century mark, the Lakers are 9-2 and the Thunder are 5-4.
- Oklahoma City is 5-3 ATS at home, while Los Angeles is 3-2 ATS on the road.
- The Lakers have 3 overs and 2 unders in 5 road games.
- In 8 home games, the Thunder have 5 unders and 3 overs.
Bettings Trends:
- In their last five games, Los Angeles and Oklahoma City have both had 3 overs and 2 unders.
- The Thunder are 4-1 ATS over their last five games, while the Lakers are 3-2.
- The Thunder’s average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 5.4, up from 0.5 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Lakers have scored an average of 115.2 points per game (4.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 102.8 points per game (1.7 above their season average).
