The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to clash with the Miami Heat on Saturday at 7 p.m. CST. This matchup will take place at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Both teams are entering the game with contrasting performances in their recent outings.
Game Overview
The Thunder, boasting a record of 35 wins and 7 losses, are on a five-game winning streak. Their latest success came from a 111-91 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday. In contrast, the Heat holds a record of 21 wins and 20 losses, coming off a narrow 119-114 defeat against the Boston Celtics, marking their fourth loss in the last five games.
Injury Updates
Both squads will face challenges with injuries as they prepare for the game:
- Thunder:
- Isaiah Hartenstein (right soleus strain) – Out
- Thomas Sorber (right ACL surgical recovery) – Out
- Nikola Topić (surgical recovery) – Out
- Heat:
- Vladislav Goldin (G League two-way) – Out
- Tyler Herro (right big toe and rib contusion) – Questionable
- Jaime Jaquez Jr. (left knee sprain) – Out
- Nikola Jovic (illness) – Questionable
- Davion Mitchell (left shoulder contusion) – Out
- Terry Rozier (not with team) – Out
- Jahmir Young (G League two-way) – Out
Broadcast Information
Fans can catch the Thunder vs Heat game on the FanDuel Sports Network and KWTV. For those looking to stream the game online, Fubo offers a free trial option.
Betting Odds
The latest odds reflect a favorable outlook for the Thunder:
| Betting Line | Details |
|---|---|
| Spread | Thunder by 8.5 |
| Over/Under | 234.5 |
| Moneyline | OKC -350 | Miami +275 |
Game Predictions
Analysts predict a solid performance from the Thunder, with a projected score of 122 for Oklahoma City, compared to 113 for Miami. The Thunder’s ability to handle pace effectively is highlighted, having previously defeated the Heat 124-112 in their last meeting.
As the Thunder strive to maintain their winning momentum, and the Heat look to bounce back, this game promises to be an exciting encounter for NBA fans.
