Oklahoma vs Blazers Prediction 1 January 2026
🔊 In an electrifying NBA regular season clash, the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Portland Trail Blazers. The game will take place at the home court of the reigning champions. Oklahoma City are confidently leading their conference, while Portland are fighting to stay in the coveted top ten and secure a play-in spot. The Thunder bounced back from recent setbacks with a dominant win over Philadelphia, but it's still uncertain if they've returned to peak form. Let's analyze the matchup and provide an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams Oklahoma City Thunder and Portland Trail Blazers:
- played 59 matches;
- wins (including extra time): 36 for today's home team and 23 for the guests;
- the home team averages 110.78 points per match, the guests - 106.78;
- average total match points - 217.56.
The last confrontation took place on 30 November 2025 at the venue of Portland Trail Blazers and ended with a score of 115:123.
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Oklahoma City Thunder Team Overview
The Oklahoma City Thunder are in outstanding form this season, winning 28 out of 33 games. Their last five outings have resulted in three victories, allowing them to maintain their lead in the West. The team boasts a high average scoring rate (122.1, 2nd in the league), but it's their robust defense that's noteworthy: they excel at limiting opponents' points (top-ranked defense with just 106.1 points allowed).
The Thunder's main strength lies in their play under the basket and their ability to swiftly adapt to opponents' styles. This was evident in their recent matchup against Atlanta (140-129), where reigning MVP Gilgeous-Alexander scored 39 points. Yet, the rest of the squad also delivered, with five players reaching double figures.
Match Results: Oklahoma City Thunder
Portland Trail Blazers Team Overview
The Portland Trail Blazers currently hold the tenth spot and are striving to boost their play-in tournament chances following a stretch of inconsistent performances, with a record of 14 wins and 19 losses. In their last five games, the team has secured two consecutive victories after suffering three defeats, indicating a potential return to form.
While Portland's average scoring is somewhat lacking compared to their current opponent, it remains respectable at 116.8 points per game (14th in the league). However, their defense frequently falters, allowing 120 points (ranked 24th). Interestingly, the franchise has shown a tendency to perform well in away games.
Match Results: Portland Trail Blazers
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 59;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 17; for the visitors on the road - 9;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 54.08;
- Today's home team averages 27.8, while the visitors average 26.29.
First Quarter Stats: Oklahoma City Thunder (home) vs Portland Trail Blazers (away)
- Tournament matches played: 19 vs 19;
- Number of wins: 12 (63.16%) vs 10 (52.63%);
- Number of losses: 5 (26.32%) vs 9 (47.37%);
- Number of draws: 2 (10.53%) vs 0 (0%).
- Average points scored: 30.32 vs 30.21;
- Average points conceded: 25.79 vs 31.95.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 6 vs 5;
- Number of losses: 4 vs 5;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 0;
- Average first quarter total: 62.3 (scored - 33.7, conceded - 28.6) vs 61.8 (scored - 30.3, conceded - 31.5).
- Portland Trail Blazers scored under 27.5 points in the 1st quarter in last 8 games against Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 59;
- Home team wins - 36, away team wins - 23.
- Portland Trail Blazers won with a +18.5 points handicap in 18 of last 20 away games against Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 110.78, for the away team - 106.78;
- average total points in H2H matches - 217.56.
Statistics: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Portland Trail Blazers
- average total in the tournament: 228.26 vs 238.05;
- average total points scored: 120.15 vs 117.35;
- average total points conceded: 108.1 vs 120.7;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 60.64 vs 59.76;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 58.26 vs 56.68;
- Oklahoma City Thunder: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 121.68;
- Portland Trail Blazers: average total points scored away in the tournament - 117.95;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 120.7 (home - 122.71) vs 113.4 (away - 104.67).
- Oklahoma City Thunder have scored under 123.5 points in 19 of last 20 home games against Portland Trail Blazers (NBA).
- Oklahoma City Thunder have scored under 123.5 points in last 6 games against Portland Trail Blazers (NBA).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The home team thrives on strong defense and aggressive play in the paint, while the visitors focus on long-range shooting and quick transitions from defense to offense. Considering recent trends, it's reasonable to consider a significant positive handicap for Portland: we dare to suggest that the Thunder haven't fully overcome their recent slump. Let's go with a Blazers victory with a (+17.5) spread.No comments
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