The NBA Playoffs are down to four teams. In the West, the San Antonio Spurs take on the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 on Monday night.
The Thunder and Spurs finished as the top two seeds in the West during the regular season and also posted the two best records in the NBA. Both teams have been dominant, but the Spurs actually won the season series 4-1, with the most recent matchup coming on Feb. 4 in a 10-point San Antonio victory.
The playoffs have unfolded a little differently for both teams so far. The Spurs had some trouble with Minnesota last round before closing out the series with two dominant wins to advance in six games, while the Thunder enter the Western Conference Finals with a perfect 8-0 playoff record.
Many believe the winner of this best-of-seven Western Conference Finals matchup will go on to be crowned NBA champions.
Spurs vs. Thunder Game 1 Odds
Despite the Thunder finishing with just two more wins than the Spurs during the regular season and San Antonio winning the season series, Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook lists Oklahoma City as a sizable favorite for Game 1:
- Moneyline: Thunder -230, Spurs +190
- Spread: Thunder -6.5 (-105), Spurs +6.5 (-115)
- Total: Over 221.5 points (-110), Under 221.5 points (-110)
With a new series beginning Monday night, the Thunder are currently favored to win the Western Conference at -260 odds and are also the favorites to win a second consecutive NBA title at -175 odds.
Spurs vs. Thunder Picks & Predictions for Game 1
Two elite teams loaded with talent collide in this Western Conference Finals matchup, so be sure to sign up with Hard Rock Bet and get in on the action. Also, check out the Stats Hub for betting insights and trends to help make more informed wagers.
Below are two picks for Spurs vs. Thunder Game 1 that can be found in the Stats Hub:
Spurs vs. Thunder Best Bet: Ajay Mitchell Over 3.5 Assists
Ajay Mitchell has recorded four or more assists in each of the Thunder’s last five games, including a 10-assist performance in Game 3 against the Los Angeles Lakers. The young guard has also gone over 3.5 assists in six of his eight playoff games this postseason.
With this prop offering plus money, it’s difficult to pass up based on his recent form.
- Spurs vs. Thunder Game 1 Player Prop Pick: Ajay Mitchell Over 3.5 Assists (+115)
Spurs vs. Thunder Best Bet: Devin Vassell Over 2.5 Assists
Devin Vassell doesn’t typically put up huge assist numbers, but the 25-year-old has gone over 2.5 assists in four of his last five games, including a four-assist performance against Minnesota in Game 6. Vassell has also gone over that mark in seven of the Spurs’ 11 playoff games this postseason and is currently on a five-game streak of recording at least three assists in road games.
Another plus-money assists play that offers value based on recent performance.
- Spurs vs. Thunder Game 1 Player Prop Pick: Devin Vassell Over 2.5 Assists (+120)
Top 5 Most-Bet Player Props for SAS-OKC
Unsurprisingly, Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are dominating player prop markets heading into tip-off:
- Victor Wembanyama Over 24.5 Points
- Victor Wembanyama Over 9.5 Rebounds
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 24.5 Points
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 19.5 Points
- Victor Wembanyama Over 12.5 Rebounds
Spurs vs. Thunder Game 1 Info
- 📍 Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
- 📅 Date: Monday, May 18
- ⏰ Start Time: 8:30 PM ET
- 📺💻 TV/Streaming: Peacock, NBC
- 🏀 Series: 0-0
Spurs-Thunder Key Injuries & Availability
Keep an eye on injury reports as tip-off approaches, as any late or unexpected changes can quickly impact basketball betting markets:
Spurs Injury Report
- De’Aaron Fox: QUESTIONABLE (ankle)
- Luke Kornet: QUESTIONABLE (foot)
Thunder Injury Report
- Thomas Sorber: OUT (ACL)
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