The Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game will be played on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 7:30 PM ET, at Paycom Center. The Thunder, leading the Western Conference with a 33-6 record, are currently on a three-game winning streak, most recently beating the Philadelphia 76ers 118-102.
In the Eastern Conference, the Cavaliers are at the top with a 34-5 record. The Indiana Pacers broke their impressive 12-game win streak with a 108-93 loss, but they quickly bounced back, defeating the Pacers 127-117 in their next game. The Thunder and Cavaliers met earlier this season, recently on January 8, and the Cavaliers came out on top with a 129-122 win. The Thunder have a 71-53 lead over the Cavaliers in their 124 regular-season meetings.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Prediction
The Thunder have been strong defensively this season, ranking second in the NBA by allowing just 103.4 points per game. Offensively, they are eighth in the league, averaging 116.2 points per game. While their offense has been good, they’ve struggled with rebounding, sitting 18th in the league with 43.8 rebounds per game and allowing 46.5, which is the third-worst in the NBA. Oklahoma City is also shooting 35.4% from beyond the arc, making 13.4 three-pointers per game, which ranks 15th in the league.
The Cavaliers have been outstanding offensively, ranking second in the NBA with 122.3 points per game. Defensively, they rank 11th, allowing 111.4 points per game. Cleveland’s rebounding is similar to Oklahoma City’s, as they average 43.8 rebounds per game (18th in the league) and allow 43.8, ranking 13th. The Cavaliers truly shine in their three-point shooting. They rank third in the league, making 16.2 three-pointers per game, and they lead the NBA with an impressive 39.9% shooting from beyond the arc.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Oklahoma City Thunder
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Cleveland Cavaliers
- PG Darius Garland
- SG Donovan Mitchell
- PF Dean Wade
- PF Evan Mobley
- C Jarrett Allen
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Injuries Update
Both teams look strong, as they have a healthy lineup heading into their upcoming game. The Thunder, however, will be without Ajay Mitchell, who is out with a toe injury, and Chet Holmgren, who is out due to a hip injury. Moreover, Nikola Topic will not be available for the remainder of the season as he recovers from an ACL injury. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers have just one injury concern: Ty Jerome, who is questionable due to illness.
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