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Half-time/Full-time: Oklahoma City Thunder/Oklahoma City Thunder
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by Erik Gibbs | in NBA Picks
In Tuesday night NBA action, the Golden State Warriors will travel to the Paycom Center to face the red-hot Oklahoma City Thunder in a Western Conference showdown. The Warriors (6-5) have had an up-and-down start to the season, splitting their last ten games. After dropping a close one to the Denver Nuggets, they bounced back with a commanding win over the Indiana Pacers, holding them to just 34% shooting in a 114-83 victory on Sunday.
Golden State has struggled mightily away from home, losing five of its first six road games, and currently ranks 19th in offensive efficiency — a far cry from the sharp-shooting dominance that defined their championship years. Still, with veteran leaders like Stephen Curry and Draymond Green anchoring the team, the Warriors remain dangerous in any matchup. Curry, who missed recent action, is expected to return for this game, which should provide a huge boost to their offensive rhythm.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, on the other hand, are playing like legitimate title contenders early in the season. At 10-1 overall and a perfect 4-0 at home, the reigning NBA champions have been the league's most complete team through the first few weeks. They lead the NBA in defensive efficiency and continue to impress with their depth and energy. In their latest outing, the Thunder erased a 19-point deficit on the road to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 114-100, outscoring them by 25 points in the second half. That comeback was a testament to Oklahoma City's relentless defense, smart ball movement, and composure under pressure.
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Golden State Warriors - Oklahoma City Thunder Key Points
- The Thunder are 13-0 in their last 13 night games on the first leg of a back-to-back
- The Warriors are 0-5 in their last 5 road games
- The Over is 6-0 in the Warriors’ last 6 road games vs. Western Conference teams
- The Over is 10-1 in the last 11 Warriors vs. Thunder games
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Our Golden State Warriors vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction
The Thunder are not without their injury concerns. Forward Jalen Williams (wrist) will be re-evaluated in 10 to 14 days, while both Kenrich Williams and Luguentz Dort remain sidelined. Despite these absences, Oklahoma City continues to thrive thanks to the elite play of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, whose scoring and leadership have been pivotal in maintaining the team's dominance. Rookie Chet Holmgren has also been instrumental, providing rim protection and floor spacing that few big men in the league can match.
Golden State faces its own injury uncertainty, with veteran forward Al Horford listed as questionable due to a toe issue. The Warriors will need a strong showing from Curry, Klay Thompson, and Andrew Wiggins to overcome their offensive inconsistencies and counter OKC's balanced attack.
Both teams prefer a slower pace — ranking in the bottom third of the league in tempo — but make up for it with strong defense and disciplined play. While the Thunder are clearly the hotter team and have been unbeatable at home, the Warriors are a proud, battle-tested group that tends to rise to the occasion in marquee matchups. Expect a tightly contested game, but unless Curry catches fire, the Thunder's defensive edge and home-court confidence should be enough to keep their near-perfect start intact. Our prediction for Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Golden State Warriors: The Thunder will control both halves.
Prediction:
Half-time/Full-time: Oklahoma City Thunder/Oklahoma City Thunder
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