Oklahoma City Thunder vs LA Clippers Picks and Predictions for Friday, November 13, 2026

The Oklahoma City Thunder (8-4, 3rd Northwest) visit Tinseltown for NBA Cup Group Play at 10:30 pm ET on Friday at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood versus the LA Clippers (2-9, 4th Pacific). The game counts toward the NBA regular season schedule. The Thunder were beaten by Portland 118-110 on Wednesday and have lost two in a row. The Clippers lost on Tuesday to Phoenix 133-110 and have dropped four of the last five. Oklahoma City has lost three of seven on the road, and LA has won just two of five at home. Cash a winning ticket using our free NBA picks.

Oklahoma City Thunder Looking to End Two-Game Slide

The Thunder lost for a second straight night when falling to Portland by 10. Oklahoma City was down a dozen during the third before taking a lead in the fourth, but could not hold off the Trail Blazers. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 to lead the Thunder in the loss, including 23 after the break. The Thunder lost the front half of a back-to-back on Tuesday when falling to Portland by 10. Prior to the two straight losses to Portland, the Thunder had won three straight. 

Gilgeous-Alexander leads Oklahoma City with 29.5 points and 4.7 assists per game. Ajay Mitchell is next with 18.5 points, while Hartenstein averages a team-high 10.0 rebounds. The Thunder score 111.4 points per game and allow 106.9. Oklahoma City has been strong defensively, but its offense has struggled during the two losses to Portland. The Thunder have several key players sidelined, including Chet Holmgren, which has hurt their depth inside.

Injuries: Chet Holmgren, Cason Wallace, Ajay Mitchell, Thomas Sorber and Jaylin Williams are out.

LA Clippers Trying to Find Some Consistency

Los Angeles struggled again on Tuesday, when losing by 23 to Phoenix. The Clippers were down 17 at the break and trailed by as many as 32 in the third quarter. LA could not slow down the outside shooting of the Suns. Darius Garland, Baba Biller, and Rui Hachimura each scored 13 for the Clippers. Los Angeles was a 16-point winner over New Orleans on Sunday, which snapped a four-game losing skid, but has lost eight of the last nine after Tuesday’s loss. 

Garland leads the Clippers with 20.4 points and 6.9 assists per game. Hachimura averages 14.4 points, while Isaiah Jackson leads the team with 5.9 rebounds. LA scores 112.2 points per game but gives up 118.1. The Clippers have struggled defensively, particularly when opponents get open shots from outside. LA is shooting 45.9% from the floor and 38.1% on three-point attempts, but the offense hasn't been consistent enough to make up for its defensive problems.

Injuries: Bradley Beal, Jordan Miller and Yanic Konan Niederhauser are out. Brandon Ingram and Cam Christie are questionable.

Key To The Game

Oklahoma City needs to get back to playing strong defense after allowing 241 points in two games against Portland. The Clippers have struggled to stop opponents, and Gilgeous-Alexander could have a big night. LA needs Garland to lead the offense and take better care of the basketball.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs LA Clippers Game Pick

• Oklahoma City Thunder

Oklahoma City has two straight losses, but has a much better overall record than LA. Gilgeous-Alexander has performed well to start the season, and the Thunder’s defense has shut down most teams to begin the regular season. LA has been defeated in eight of its last nine games and gives up too many points on a regular basis. The Clippers can produce points on offense, but the defense gives up too much. The Thunder will snap their two-game skid on Friday with a win. I like Oklahoma City to cover.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs LA Clippers Over/Under Pick

• Under

Oklahoma City has struggled offensively in its last two games, scoring 103 and 108 against Portland. The Thunder allow only 106.9 points per game, and their defense should present problems for the Clippers. LA has been inconsistent offensively, even though it scored 139 against New Orleans. Garland gives the Clippers a scoring threat, but Oklahoma City has enough defensive talent to limit easy baskets. I expect the Thunder to control the pace and keep LA's offense in check. I like the under.