Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers Prediction & Picks - NBA

Prediction published on 12/25/24, 6:11 PM  by Carlos Zabala | Modified on 12/25/24 at 6:41 PM in NBA Picks

In the midst of a 5-game winning streak, the Pacers host the Thunder with a 23-5 record and 1st in the Western Conference in one of the most anticipated games on Thursday. The betting sites are inclined to set the Thunder as favorites by 5.5 points despite the fact that the Pacers have never had a streak this season as positive as the one they have of 5 games winning, where they also beat the Warriors 111-105 at the Chase Center thanks to a good game and a clutch triple at the end by Myles Turner.

But it seems undeniable that the present of the Thunder, who will seek their ninth consecutive victory, seems even better. The last one was a 123-105 victory over the Wizards where Gligeous-Alexander had a spectacular night of 41 points. In a game that was almost entirely even, the Thunder took control with a 19-3 run in the fourth quarter. Once again, the Thunder's electric team stole balls and turned 19 Washington turnovers into 24 points.

As for not playing in the Christmas card, Gilgeous-Alexander said he was disappointed and that his team has the caliber for that. He is surely supported by the bettors who have the Thunder as 2nd favorites behind the Celtics on the betting sites to win the NBA in 2025 with odds of +360.