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Net rating (offensive minus defensive rating) diff (20g) (+8.0%)

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This is essentially a coin-flip — the model gives Oklahoma City a 51% chance at home. Oklahoma City has an edge in net rating (offensive minus defensive rating) diff (20g). LA Lakers's defense has tightened up — opponents are averaging just 98.8 PPG against them. Oklahoma City Thunder is missing Jalen Williams, and its projected scoring availability is only 85%, while los Angeles Lakers is missing Luka Dončić, its top scorer, which lowers its offensive ceiling.

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