Prediction in Portland!
Oklahoma City enter this matchup with an 8-2 record and a four-game winning streak. They are also 7-3 against the spread this season and have covered in 6 of 8 games when favoured by at least 1,5 points.
Match: Blazers vs Thunder
League / Competition: NBA
Our Pick: Thunder -1,5
Odds: 1.88
Market: Handicap
Analyst Confidence: 4/5
Oklahoma City have made an excellent start to the season, winning eight of their first ten games. They arrive in Portland on a four-game winning streak and have consistently shown why they are one of the strongest teams in the Western Conference.
The Thunder have been particularly impressive against the spread, covering in seven of their first ten games. They have also covered in six of eight games when listed as favourites by at least 1,5 points.
Defensively, Oklahoma City have been outstanding, allowing just 104.2 points per game, one of the best defensive records in the league. Their ability to force turnovers and control the pace should be important against a Portland team that has struggled with ball security.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading the way with 29.9 points per game, giving the Thunder a reliable offensive leader in a potentially close road game. With only a 1,5-point handicap, Oklahoma City do not need a big victory to deliver.