Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Predictions Picks and Odds 01/26/25

On Sunday (01/26), the Portland Trail Blazers(17-28) will host the Oklahoma City Thunder(36-8) in an NBA Regular-Season contest. The Trail Blazers are 13th in the Western Conference, whereas the Thunder are 1st in the West. Know about the analysis and predictions related to this Western Conference affair here.

Where to watch Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder

When and where can you catch this exciting NBA game? Here is information about the list of broadcasters.

Date: 01/26
Time: 3:00 PM (PT)
Location: Moda Center (Portland, Oregon)
Where to watch: The match is available via the NBA League Pass.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Preview

The Trail Blazers have some promise

The Trail Blazers come into this game after a five-point win against the Charlotte Hornets on the back of Anfernee Simons’ 27-point effort. They are on a four-game winning streak but still a long way away from seizing a Play-in tournament spot. This winning streak came after a five-game losing streak, an ordeal that has already gone through twice. However, they have a bright future ahead. The guard trio of Anfernee Simons, Scoot Henderson, and Shaedon Sharpe has impressed, if they are not going to be franchise centerpieces, they can help bring in big-time talent or top draft picks. On the other hand, forward Deni Advija has been a revelation, while center Donovan Clingan has shown potential as a nightly double-double threat.

The Thunder have been mesmerising

The Thunder enter the contest after facing a 6-point loss against the Dallas Mavericks despite a 33-point eruption by Jalen Williams. They have stuffed two losses in the four-game window for only the third time this season and have yet to lose more than two in a row more than once this season. But that is expected during the midseason after the team has built up a lot of fatigue by giving their all on both ends. They are vying for the best record with the Cleveland Cavaliers but may be a bigger threat in the playoffs because of their incredible best defense(Opponent field goal % of 43.1% is the best effort). The duo of Shai-Gilgeous Alexander and Jalen Williams has kept the team floating despite the absence of young star Chet Holmgren.

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction

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Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Numbers

Portland Trail Blazers Recent Games:

Won 102-97 against the Charlotte Hornets.
Won 101-79 against the Orlando Magic.
Won 116-107 against the Miami Heat.

Key stats:

The Trail Blazers have lost five out of the last six games at home.
Donovan Clingan has clasped 10 or more rebounds in four straight games.
Anfernee Simons has scored 21 or more points in three straight games.

Oklahoma City Thunder’s latest games:

Lost 115-121 against the Dallas Mavericks.
Won 123-114 against the Utah Jazz.
Won 127-101 against the Brooklyn Nets.

Key stats:

The Thunder are 16-2 against teams with below .500 record.
Jalen Williams has dished 6 or more assists in three of the last five games.
Jaylin Williams has grabbed 6 or more rebounds in three of the last four games.

Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder– Final Prediction and Additional Information

The Thunder has been on song throughout the season and will be heavy favorites despite playing against an improved Trail Blazers team. The Blazers have inconsistent scorers who can play in Thunder’s hands. The total can be under 222 points but the Thunder will probably cross 115 points but hold Trail Blazers to probably around 95 points.

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Shubham Singh

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!