Published Mar 22, 3:03pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Mar 22, 3:03pm ET
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Updated Mar 22, 3:17pm ET
One of the games on Monday's NBA slate features the Philadelphia 76ers hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder. Who has the edge in our Pistons vs Lakers pick?
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| Philadelphia 76ers | +12.5 (-111) |
| Oklahoma City Thunder | -12.5 (-111) |
After getting blown by the Nuggets to the tune of 124-96, Philadelphia has bounced back with two straight wins, including a 126-116 victory over the Utah Jazz.
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The Sixers trailed by two in the fourth quarter. However, a 12-2 burst, which provided a 118-110 advantage, enabled Philadelphia to hold on for the win down the stretch.
Quentin Grimes poured a team-high 25 points. He also tallied four rebounds and four assists. VJ Edgecombe contributed 22 points, 13 rebounds, and four assists.
Following an eight-point loss to Detroit back on Feb. 25, the Thunder have reeled off 10 straight wins. This stretch includes a 132-111 victory against the Washington Wizards.
Oklahoma City led by just seven points through three quarters against one of the worst teams in the league. But thanks to a 15-0 run to open the fourth, the defending champs outscored their opponent by a 29-15 margin en route to clinching their 56th win of the season.
The reigning MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, led five double-digit scorers. He pumped in 40 points and handed out seven assists. Chet Holmgren and Jared McCain added 18 points apiece.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
OKC holds a slight 3-2 edge in the previous five head-to-head meetings, and boasts a 12-4 mark in its last 16 road outings against Philly.
Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder
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Oklahoma City Thunder
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