OKC Thunder vs LA Clippers Prediction: Oklahoma can't handle the superstar Californians?

Prediction for the NBA match which will take place on December 22. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Last season, the team made it to the play-in round, and this season, they look like they have their sights set on making the playoffs. They are now 17-8, second in the West standings, and 2.5 wins away from seventh place, which is important. Considering how consistently the Thunder win, that's not a bad handicap.

In the last game, Oklahoma confidently handled Memphis 116:97. Shay Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 30 points, once again confirmed his status as the team's leader. Chet Holmgren scored 17 points, while Josh Giddy had 16 points and 12 rebounds.

At first it seemed like trading James Harden was a very questionable move for LAC. But the team's coach is Tyronn Lue, who perhaps more than anyone knows how to find common ground with superstars. He's found one with Harden, who is currently averaging 17.1 points per game and has 7.7 assists per 2.3 losses.

The Clippers extended their winning streak to nine straight in a road game against Dallas - 120:111. Paul George missed the game, but the Californians managed without him. Kawai Leonard scored 30 points and 10 rebounds, James Harden had 17 points and 11 assists.

Oklahoma usually misses a lot from those teams that make heavy use of three-point offense. Recent examples are Sacramento (128 points conceded) and Utah (120). The Clippers are not as active on the perimeter on offense, but don't forget that Tyronn Lue's team can skillfully adjust to a particular opponent, so they can emphasize long-range attempts. Let's bet on the Clippers’ individual TO on points and their victory in the match.