Thunder vs Clippers Prediction and NBA Tips - 3 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 3, 2025, 1:10AM | Published: Jan 1, 2025, 10:45PM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Los Angeles Clippers in NBA action at Paycom Center on Friday, beginning at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein, the Thunder are up against a Clippers side that includes Norman Powell, Ivica Zubac and Kevin Porter.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Thunder vs Clippers game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Oklahoma City vs LA Clippers NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder an 83% chance of winning against the Clippers at Paycom Center.
Thunder vs Clippers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Paycom Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.14, Clippers $6.00
- Line: Thunder -12 ($1.91), Clippers +12 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 215 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Thunder at $1.14 and the Clippers at $6.00.
The Thunder are listed as 12-point favourites against the Clippers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Clippers (+12) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 215 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Clippers (+12) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 215-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Thunder vs Clippers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: LA Clippers at $6.00 with Bet365
- Line: Clippers +12 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 215 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Thunder vs Clippers predictions are based on complex modelling and gambling intelligence to bring you the best possible advice 24/7.
While the Thunder have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Clippers to win is our preferred option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Thunder vs Clippers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Clippers at Paycom Center this Friday is the Thunder prevailing 113-102.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Oklahoma City vs LA Clippers game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
Thunder vs Clippers: Player Props
Betting on LA Clippers vs Oklahoma City player props? Stats Insider uses the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Paycom Center.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the way for the Thunder with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Norman Powell is projected to finish with 21 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists for the Clippers.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 28 | 6 | 5 |
| Jalen Williams | 20 | 6 | 5 |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | 11 | 10 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Ajay Mitchell | 8 | 3 | 2 |
Clippers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Powell | 21 | 3 | 2 |
| Ivica Zubac | 15 | 13 | 3 |
| Kevin Porter | 13 | 4 | 5 |
| Derrick Jones | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Amir Coffey | 8 | 3 | 1 |
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Thunder vs Clippers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Thunder and Clippers at Paycom Center is scheduled to start at 12:00pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Friday 3 January 2025
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Oklahoma City vs LA Clippers predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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