LiontipsOklahoma - Indiana: NBA match betting tip and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
Oklahoma continues to move on a regular basis, like an icebreaker on a frozen river, crushing rivals with a method worthy of admiration. The eighth victory in a row, and now Thunder resembles a car where all the gears work without a single malfunction.
In the last match on March 28, Memphis tried to counter something, but could not keep up the pace. The result is 125:104 in favor of the hosts. Yes, the Grizzlies clung on, winning the first and third quarters, but Oklahoma just turned the game around at key moments. In the second and fourth segments, the hosts turned up the speed, especially in the end, scoring +19.
Shay Gilges-Alexander was in his repertoire — 37 points, like invisible spokes of a wheel turning the Thunder attack. Jaylen Williams added 20, Cason Wells added a modest ten. But Isaac Hartenstein seems to have decided that one dominant player in the Oklahoma paint is not enough: 18 points, 11 rebounds, four assists — and a classic double-double. Mark Dagnolt's men (61 wins, 12 losses) are confidently moving towards finishing the regular season first in the West.
Disqualifications and injuries
The final chord of the season is approaching, and the Thunder enter the court in an almost perfect lineup. Almost because Aaron Wiggins remains in the infirmary, but you must admit, this is not the case when the team has serious problems.
Interesting facts for betting
Over the past ten face-to-face meetings, Oklahoma and Indiana have averaged 214 points.
Approximate composition: Shay Gilges-Alexander, Lugenz Dort, Jaylen Williams, Chet Holmgren, Isaiah Hartenstein.
Current form
Indiana is showing signs of life, which can only be compared with the sudden acceleration of a forgotten space station, which suddenly gained momentum. The Pacers have won six of their last seven games, and in the last meeting they tore Washington apart like a piece of paper — 162-101.
The hero of the evening was Tyrese Haliburton, whose contribution to the victory left no doubt — 29 points, 2 rebounds, 6 assists. He turned out to be the second most effective... Tyrese Haliburton again. Okay, kidding aside, Benedikt Matyurin scored 17 points, but unfortunately he won't help in the next match. Jarace Walker scored 16 points, Pascal Siakam scored 13, Thomas Bryant scored 12, and Aaron Nesmith scored 11.
Rick Carlisle's team is confidently in fourth place in the East (43 wins, 30 losses), and with such zeal for the playoffs, it's just a matter of a couple of games for them.
Disqualifications and injuries
Matyurin dropped out due to pain in his calf muscle, which is certainly a loss, but the Pacers are ready to fight in their usual lineup.
Interesting facts for betting
In the history of the regular season rivalry, Indiana has won 46 times. Oklahoma took 54 games.
Approximate composition: Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith, Pascal Siakam, Miles Turner.
Trends
Siakam's Total Reboundsrateis more than 7.5
Siakam's average is 6.7 rebounds per game
1.88Haliburton's Total Assistrateis more than 10.5
Haliburton's average score is 9.4 assists per match
1.87Tip and bets
Indiana could become the fourth team in the East to secure a playoff spot ahead of schedule. Oklahoma has solved this issue a long time ago, but they have another goal — to win the regular season. The leader of the East, Cleveland, is breathing down his back. Yes, the Pacers are on a roll right now. After winning by 61 points, any team will feel invincible. But the Thunder have long found their rhythm and are ready for decisive matches.
Our prediction is that Oklahoma will win by a handicap of (-8.5) points, including overtime in 1.71
Betting on an individual total
Oklahoma's average score in the current championship is 119.1. And in games at home, it is even slightly higher — 122.9. And in the last two face-to-face meetings out of three, the 112-point mark was overcome. Performance is clearly not lame. And this time, the team from Oklahoma City will be able to greatly upset the opponent.
Our prediction is that Oklahoma's individual total is more than 125.5 points, including overtime in 2.03
Bet on the first half
In the last five games against the Thunder, Indiana has won the first half on four occasions. But it was in other seasons, with a different dynamic. Now Oklahoma has every chance to show its strength from the very first minutes.
Our prediction is an Oklahoma victory in the first half in 1.34
