Trail Blazers vs. Thunder, Picks, Odds, Preview, and Prediction, Sunday, November 23, 2025
It’s a Western Conference matchup featuring the best team in the sport on Sunday, Nov. 23. Read our Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder prediction along with our other NBA Picks. The Trail Blazers are 7-9 and they have snapped a four-game losing streak with a win over Golden State in their last game. The Thunder continue to be the best team in the NBA with their 16-1 record. OKC’s lone loss came at the hands of the Trail Blazers earlier this season. These two teams will tip-off at 7 P.M. EST.
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Portland snaps losing skid with win over Golden State
Portland is 7-9 overall this season. The Trail Blazers are in ninth place in a loaded Western Conference this season. They are 4-5 when they have played on the road. Portland has lost seven of their last 10 games coming into Sunday. But, they did snap a four-game losing streak with a win in their last game.
In their last game, Portland defeated Golden State 127-123 on Friday, Nov. 21. Portland’s 7-0 run in the fourth quarter helped give them momentum and breathing space to earn the win. The Trail Blazers shot 48% from the field and 36% from behind the 3-point line in the win. They out rebounded Golden State 52-32 which included 21 offensive rebounds. Deni Avdija led the team with 26 points on 6-for-14 shooting.
Avdija leads the team with 25.9 points per game. Donovan Clingan is grabbing 10 rebounds while Jrue Holiday is passing for 8.2 assists per game.
Portland is averaging 121.2 points per game, which ranks fifth. They are the sixth-worst ranked shooting team making 45% from the field. The Trail Blazers are hitting 32.6% from behind the 3-point line, placing them 27th.
On defense, the Trail Blazers are allowing 122.5 points per game, which ranks 25th. They are the sixth-worst defensive team, allowing 48.7% from the field. The Hornets also rank 20th in 3-point defense, giving up 36.7% from behind the arc.
Portland is 8-7-1 against the spread this season. They are 3-5-1 against the spread when they have played on the road. The Trail Blazers are 7-2 against the spread when they have been underdogs. The over is 12-4 when the Trail Blazers have played this year. The over is 7-2 when Portland has played on the road.
Key Injuries for Portland Trail Blazers
- Robert Williams (injury management), questionable
- Sharron Sharpe (calf), out
- Donovan Clingan (ankle), questionable
- Scoot Henderson (hamstring), out
- Jrue Holiday (calf), out
OKC continues to be the best team in NBA
Oklahoma City is 16-1 overall this season. They have the best record in the NBA by one game over the Pistons. The Thunder are undefeated at home with a 7-0 record. Oklahoma City’s lone loss this season was against Portland when the Trail Blazers defeated them 121-119 on the road on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Since the loss, the Thunder have won eight straight games.
In their last game, the Thunder defeated Utah 144-112 on the road on Friday, Nov. 21. It was a fairly straightforward win for Oklahoma City, who outscored Utah by 33 points in the second half. Oklahoma City shot 61% from the field and 62% from behind the 3-point line in the win. The Thunder forced 28 turnovers which led to 44 points for the team. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all scorers with 31 points on 9-for-14 shooting.
Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging a team-high 31.9 points per game along with 6.6 assists. Isaiah Hartensten has a team-high 10.7 rebounds per game, too.
Oklahoma City is averaging 122.7 points per game, which ranks fourth in the league. They are the ninth-ranked shooting team, making 48.5% from the field. The Thunder also rank 17th in 3-point shooting, hitting 35.8% from behind the arc.
On defense, the Thunder are allowing 106.3 points per game, which ranks first. They are the first-ranked defensive team, too. They are giving up 42.6% from the field and 37.2% from 3-point land, placing them 23rd.
Oklahoma City is 9-8 against the spread this season. They are 4-3 against the spread when playing at home. The Thunder are 5-3 against the spread when they have been favored by double-digits. The over is 9-8 when the Thunder have played this year. The over is 4-3 when they have played at home.
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Key injuries for OKC Thunder
- Jalen Williams (wrist), out
- Kenrich Williams (knee), out
- Aaron Wiggins (thigh), out
Portland Trail Blazers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Picks
Trail Blazers vs Thunder Spread Pick
- Oklahoma City Thunder 15.5 (5 units)
A main reason for Oklahoma City’s success is their competitive sprit. It doesn’t matter who they play, they will try their hardest. The team’s lone loss this year has been against the Trail Blazers. That will surely be on the mind of the Thunder as they dominate from the start. Oklahoma City is the only team in the NBA ranked inside the top three in both offensive efficiency and defensive efficiency. They force turnovers and they make their buckets. Portland just snapped a losing streak with a win over Golden State, but a few key injuries could shorten the team’s bench. Oklahoma City’s depth is unbelievable and it will be showcased once again for another blowout victory. The Thunder are 5-3 against the spread when they have been favored by double-digits. Portland is 3-5-1 against the spread when they have played on the road.
Take Oklahoma City to cover.
Trail Blazers vs Thunder Over/Under Pick
- Under 234.5 (5 units)
Two contrasting styles will meet in this game. The Thunder rank as the sixth slowest team in the NBA. The Trail Blazers are the sixth fastest. Oklahoma City’s defense will be key in this game in neutralizing the Trail Blazers’ fast-paced offense. Expect long possessions with plenty of turnovers, forcing a low-scoring game.
Take the under on Sunday.
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