Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder) Over 34.5 Points + Rebounds (-112)

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When the Thunder take the court against the Lakers, all eyes should be on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Averaging 30 points and over 4 rebounds in his last five games, including a solid 31 points in his last away outing, he's been a scoring machine. Against the Lakers specifically, he tallies 32.4 points per game, showcasing his ability to shine even in hostile arenas. What's particularly enticing is his recent performance against this opponent, where he's averaged 27.4 points and 4.6 rebounds on the road. With the Thunder relying heavily on him for offensive production, hitting over 34.5 points plus rebounds seems not just plausible but likely, especially with a hit rate of 2 out of 3 in his last three away games. Considering he's expected to post around 37.92 in this matchup, the Over feels like a smart play as he aims to elevate his game against a formidable Lakers squad.

LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers) Under 1.5 Threes Made (-132)

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As the Lakers gear up to face the Thunder at home, targeting LeBron James for under 1.5 threes made feels like a savvy move. Sure, LeBron's reputation as a shooter precedes him, but recent trends tell a different story. In his last five games, he's only averaging 0.8 threes per game overall, and at home, that number drops to a mere 0.6. Against Oklahoma City, he has managed just 1.2 threes in their last few matchups, which further supports the notion that this isn't a favorable spot for him from beyond the arc. Notably, he's hit under this mark in all nine of his recent games, and at home, he's a perfect 6-for-6 on this prop. With the Lakers potentially leaning more on their interior game, it's likely we see LeBron focusing on facilitating rather than launching from deep, making the under an enticing bet.

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