Both the Thunder and the Lakers are playing well lately, and even though OKC is 2-0 against LA so far this season, neither team was completely healthy in those games. Both teams are as close to full strength as they have been all season, and both Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic have been playing lights out for their teams. LA’s defense has played better recently, but OKC’s defense is far more consistent. The Thunder has been far better in clutch situations, as well, so this one has all the right ingredients to end in not just a win for OKC, but a big win against a good team.