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Trail Blazers vs. Thunder Prediction, Odds, Best Prop Bets November 20, 2024

High-Powered Thunder Offense Faces Blazers' Defensive Test

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The Oklahoma City Thunder and Portland Trail Blazers are set to clash in an intriguing Western Conference showdown. The Thunder have been one of the league's hottest teams, riding a blistering 78.6% win rate while averaging a robust 115.4 points per game. Their offensive prowess is anchored by a sizzling 46.2% shooting clip from the field and an impressive 83.1% mark from the charity stripe.

However, the Thunder's recent form has cooled slightly, with a modest 60% win rate over their last five games. Their scoring dipped to 114.8 points while allowing 109.4 points per contest during this stretch. Defensively, they'll need to tighten the screws, as their opponents are scoring nearly 10 points more than the Thunder's season average.

On the other hand, the Trail Blazers have struggled to find consistency, hovering around a 50% win rate over their last 10 games. Despite their offensive woes, averaging just 107.3 points, they've managed to keep games tight by limiting opponents to 114 points – a shade above their season average. However, their sloppy 16.3 turnovers per game have plagued their efforts.

Interestingly, the Trail Blazers have shown signs of life recently, riding a three-game win streak while averaging 106.6 points and holding opponents to 115.4 points. If they can maintain this defensive intensity and cut down on the turnovers, they could pose a serious threat to the Thunder's dominance.