Philadelphia-76ers vs Oklahoma City Thunder January 14th 2025

The 76ers (-527) are 10.5-point underdogs against the Thunder (+392) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is 218.5 points. Oklahoma City (32-6) is currently on a two-game win streak and is 1st in the Western Conference. Philadelphia (15-22) has lost two straight and is 11th in the Eastern Conference.

This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 ET. NBCS will have TV coverage.

Thunder vs. 76ers Key Information

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder at Philadelphia 76ers
• Where: Philadelphia at Wells Fargo Center
• Date: Tuesday, January 14th
• Betting Odds OKC -10.5, OKC -527 | PHI +392 O/U 218.5

The Thunder Can Win If…

The Thunder improved to 32-6 this season with a dominant 136-95 win over the Wizards on Sunday. Oklahoma City, favored by 15.5 points, easily covered the spread, winning by 41 points. The game’s total points of 231 narrowly went over the pre-game line of 230.5.

A 10-0 run helped the Thunder take control early, extending the score from 30-25 to 35-25. They outscored Washington 30-18 in the 2nd quarter and entered the 4th quarter with a 104-69 lead, finishing strong by outscoring the Wizards 32-26 in the final period.

In their win over the Wizards, the Thunder put up 136 points, shooting 47.4% from the field and 37.1% from three, hitting 13 threes. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 27 points, despite shooting just 29.4%, and added 7 rebounds and 4 assists.

Aaron Wiggins contributed 23 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 63.6% from the field. He scored 11 points in the 4th quarter, while Gilgeous-Alexander had 12 points in the 1st and 9 more in the 3rd.

The Thunder’s defense was on point Sunday, holding the Wizards to just 95 points in a dominant win. Oklahoma City gave up 25 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up in the 2nd, allowing only 18 points. They kept up the strong defensive effort in the 3rd and 4th quarters, giving up 26 points in each.

Overall, the Thunder held the Wizards to 33% shooting, including just 19% from three-point range, where Washington made only 9 threes. Oklahoma City also recorded 11 steals and 4 blocks in the game.

• Oklahoma City has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 128 points per game while allowing 108. The team also performed well vs the spread at 2-1.
• As the betting favorite, the Thunder have an ATS record of 5-0 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 5-0.
• Over their last five games, the Thunder have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.

The 76ers Can Win If…

The 76ers fell to 15-22 on the season after a 104-99 road loss to the Magic on Sunday. Philadelphia entered the game as +2 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 203, falling short of the 207.5 O/U line.

Philadelphia appeared to be in control after taking a 77-73 lead into the 4th quarter, but they were outscored 31-22 in the final period. The 76ers had gained momentum by winning the 2nd and 3rd quarters, but a strong finish by Orlando handed them the loss.

In their 99-point effort against the Magic, the 76ers shot 45.8% from the field and hit 12 threes at a 41.4% clip. Tyrese Maxey led the way with 29 points, including 10 in the 1st quarter and 12 in the 2nd.

Paul George added 25 points, knocking down 5 threes at 62.5% efficiency, with 11 points coming in the 3rd quarter. Eric Gordon was perfect from beyond the arc, making all 3 of his attempts and scoring 8 of his 14 points in the 3rd.

Even with a solid defensive effort, the 76ers couldn’t hold off the Magic, allowing 104 points in the loss. Philadelphia gave up 24 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters and 25 in the 2nd but struggled in the 4th, where they allowed 31 points. Despite the loss, the 76ers did a great job defending the three-point line, holding Orlando to just 7 made threes on 23% shooting.

Philadelphia sent the Magic to the free-throw line 28 times, where they converted 19 attempts. The 76ers also gave up 12 offensive rebounds. Defensively, they recorded 10 steals and 4 blocks in the game.

• Across their three previous home games, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 109 points per game.
• Spanning across their last ten games as the betting underdog, the 76ers have gone 4-6 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 2-8.
• In their last five games, the 76ers have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 0-5 vs. the spread.

The Lean

The Thunder is our selection to secure the victory, with a projected score of 117-95. We also like them to cover the spread, so we suggest betting on the Thunder at -10.5.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 218.5 and our model has the Thunder and 76ers finishing with a combined 212 points. Our pick is to take the under.

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Thunder Look to Keep Rolling Against Shorthanded Sixers

It’s almost the halfway mark of the NBA season, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are flying high. They’re at the top of the Western Conference, crushing it with 12 wins in their last 13 games. On Tuesday, they’ll wrap up their road trip against a Philadelphia 76ers squad that’s struggling to stay afloat without their biggest star, Joel Embiid.

Thunder: Crushing It at the Top

The Thunder (32-6) are having a season to remember. They’re not just winning—they’re dominating. Sunday’s 136-95 blowout over the Wizards was just the latest example of how locked in this team is.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is Ballin’:

• Shai dropped 27 points on Sunday, even though he only shot 5-of-17 from the field. How? By going 16-of-17 from the free-throw line. He’s basically automatic from the stripe (52-of-53 this month!).
• “Getting to the line is a skill,” Shai said, and he’s clearly mastered it.

Jalen Williams is Breaking Out:

• Williams has been a beast this season, averaging career highs in points (20.6), rebounds (5.7), assists (5.2), and steals (1.7).
• Shai isn’t shy about sharing the love: “You don’t have this record because of one All-Star. It’s about the whole team.”

Sixers: Struggling Without Embiid

The Sixers (22-16) have hit a rough patch, losing five of their last seven games. Most of that has come without Joel Embiid, who’s sidelined with a foot injury and will miss his fifth straight game on Tuesday.

Tyrese Maxey Leading the Charge:

• Maxey dropped 29 points in their latest loss to Orlando. He’s been doing everything he can to keep Philly competitive.

Paul George Stepping Up:

• George added 25 points, 10 rebounds, and six assists against the Magic. Coach Nick Nurse is loving his confidence: “He’s playing free, aggressive, and decisive.”

Injury Woes:

• Joel Embiid is out, and Caleb Martin is questionable with a groin injury. That leaves the Sixers thin against a deep and confident Thunder squad.

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What to Watch

1. Thunder Depth:
   • Oklahoma City doesn’t just rely on one guy. They’ve got weapons all over the roster, and their chemistry is undeniable.
2. Sixers Without Embiid:
   • Philly has been fighting hard, but it’s tough to win without your MVP-caliber center. Maxey and George will have to go all out to give them a chance.

Prediction

The Thunder are on fire, and they’re showing no signs of slowing down. Without Embiid, the Sixers are in for a tough night. Unless Maxey and George put up monster performances, this looks like another win for OKC.