Previewing the Lakers vs Thunder 2025 matchup. Get injury reports, key stats, and predictions for this Lakers vs Thunder clash. All you need to know about the Lakers vs Thunder latest session.
A marquee Western Conference matchup is set for Wednesday as the Oklahoma City Thunder host the Los Angeles Lakers at the Paycom Center. This Lakers vs Thunder 2025 contest pits the defending champion Thunder, who boast an NBA-best 11-1 record, against a formidable 8-3 Lakers squad.
Game Preview and Team Analysis
The Lakers vs Thunder game features a battle of contrasting strengths. The Thunder have been nearly flawless to start the season, including a perfect 5-0 record at home. They are coming off a dominant 126-102 victory over the Golden State Warriors.
Meanwhile, the Lakers have managed an impressive 8-3 start despite the absence of LeBron James, winning six of their last seven games, including a recent 121-111 win over the Charlotte Hornets.
Key Thunder Players:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Averaging 32.8 points (2nd in NBA)
- Chet Holmgren: 19.6 points, 8.9 rebounds per game
- Isaiah Hartenstein: 12.9 points, 11.4 rebounds per game
Key Lakers Players:
- Luka Doncic: League-leading 37.1 points, 9.4 rebounds, 9.1 assists
- Austin Reaves: 30.3 points, 9.0 assists per game
- DeAndre Ayton: 16.5 points, shooting 67.5% from the field
Injury Report and Absences
The injury report significantly impacts this Lakers vs Thunder latest session:
Layers:
- LeBron James (sciatica) – Out
- Adou Thiero (knee) – Out
- Gabe Vincent (ankle) – Out
Thunder:
- Aaron Wiggins (adductor) – Out
- Jalen Williams (wrist) – Out
- Luguentz Dort (shoulder) – Questionable
- Multiple other players ruled out
Betting Lines and Predictions
For the Lakers vs Thunder 2025 matchup, oddsmakers have established Oklahoma City as significant home favorites:
- Spread: Thunder -7.5
- Moneyline: Thunder -300, Lakers +240
- Total: 230.5 points
The betting model for this Lakers vs Thunder game strongly favors the Over, with both teams trending toward high-scoring games this season. Lakers games have hit the Over in nine of their 11 contests, while the Thunder are 4-1 to the Over at home.
FAQs
The Lakers vs Thunder 2025 game tips off Wednesday, November 12, at 9:30 PM ET at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
No, LeBron James remains out with a sciatica injury and will not play in this Lakers vs Thunder matchup.
The Lakers vs Thunder 2025 game is available on national television and through various streaming services that carry national NBA broadcasts.
For the Lakers vs Thunder game, LeBron James is out for Los Angeles, while Oklahoma City will be without multiple players including Jalen Williams and Aaron Wiggins.
In this Lakers vs Thunder matchup, watch for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic, who rank first and second in the NBA in scoring respectively.
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