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LA Lakers (8-3) at Oklahoma City (11-1)
- When: Nov 12 2025, 9:30 PM
- Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
- TV: ESPN
LA Lakers vs Oklahoma City Preview & Prediction
Spread: Oklahoma City -7.0
Moneyline: Oklahoma City (-275)
Total: 231.0
Los Angeles Lakers Betting Outlook
Life without LeBron James hasn’t been smooth sailing, but the Lakers are quietly finding their rhythm behind the elite guard duo of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. When both are healthy, this team looks entirely different and the numbers prove it. Los Angeles has gone 4-1 in games where both stars share the court, and their chemistry is starting to click.
Doncic poured in 33 points on Monday while Reaves added 29 in a 121-111 win over Charlotte, showing their balance of scoring and distribution. The Lakers also lead the NBA in shooting percentage (51.2%), which keeps them dangerous even when their defense wobbles.
For this matchup, the Lakers will need near-perfect execution to overcome Oklahoma City’s defense, especially in transition. Reaves’ playmaking could be the X-factor in keeping this one close.
Player Prop Pick – Austin Reaves Over 5.5 Assists
Reaves has topped this mark in four of five games alongside Doncic this year, and he’ll likely handle plenty of playmaking again.
Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Outlook
The Thunder are rolling like true defending champs, winning 11 of their last 12 and completely dismantling Golden State on Tuesday. Chet Holmgren was flawless, going 9-for-9 from the field while grabbing 11 rebounds in just 25 minutes. His efficiency and defensive presence make this Thunder squad a nightmare to score on, as they hold opponents to a league-low 42.1% shooting.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to lead by example, combining scoring finesse with defensive pressure, while coach Mark Daigneault’s rotation remains deep and disciplined. Even without Luguentz Dort and Aaron Wiggins, Oklahoma City keeps humming like a well-oiled machine.
Expect the Thunder to lean on pace and paint control to wear down the Lakers’ frontcourt.
Player Prop Pick – Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 31.5 Points
He’s cleared 30 points in seven of his last nine games, and the Lakers’ perimeter defense has struggled without LeBron.
NBA Final Score & Expert Prediction
Oklahoma City’s home dominance and defensive edge give them the upper hand, especially against a Lakers squad still adjusting rotations. The Thunder’s depth and tempo should carry them late.
Final Score: Thunder 122, Lakers 113
Lean: Oklahoma City -7.0
Total: Over 231.0
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