Published Apr 6, 8:07am ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Apr 6, 8:07am ET
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Updated Apr 6, 8:07am ET
One of the marquee games on Tuesday's NBA slate features the Los Angeles Lakers hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder. Who has the edge in our Lakers vs Thunder pick?
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| Los Angeles Lakers | -14.5 (-110) |
| Oklahoma City Thunder | +14.5 (-110) |
Following a four-game win streak, Los Angeles has dropped its last two games. The team's latest setback was a 134-128 loss to the Dallas Mavericks.
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The Lakers trimmed what was an 11-point deficit down to two points in the third quarter. Unfortunately, this injury-depleted squad could get no closer, as Dallas ended its longest home losing streak in 32 years at 14 games.
LeBron James paced the offense with a terrific effort, finishing with 30 points, 15 assists, and nine rebounds. Jaxson Hayes led the second unit with 23 points and four rebounds.
After a 119-109 loss to Boston on Mar. 25, the Thunder have won each of their last five games, including a 146-111 victory against the Utah Jazz.
Oklahoma City raced out to a 75-54 lead at the break. The defending champs extended their advantage to 27 points at the end of the third, allowing the starters to rest in the final frame.
Seven players reached double figures for the Thunder. Chet Holmgren scored a team-high 21 points and collected seven rebounds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 20 points, seven assists, and four rebounds on a 7-for-10 effort from the floor.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
The Lakers have dropped four of the previous five meetings in this series. Oklahoma City is 7-1 across its last eight road contests. The edge goes to OKC in this Western Conference matchup.
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Oklahoma City Thunder
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