Wizards vs. Thunder Prediction and Odds - Jan 6, 2023

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Wizards vs. Thunder Prediction and Odds - Jan 6, 2023

The Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Washington Wizards in NBA action at Paycom Center on Friday, commencing at 8:00PM ET.

Dimers' free betting picks for Wizards vs. Thunder, plus game predictions, best odds and player props, are detailed below.

 

Who will win Wizards vs. Thunder?

Based on state-of-the-art computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Friday's Wizards-Thunder NBA game 10,000 times.

Dimers' leading predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Thunder a 55% chance of getting the W against the Wizards.

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Wizards vs. Thunder Game Odds

  • Spread: Thunder +1.5 (-120), Wizards -1.5 (+100)
  • Moneyline: Thunder -105, Wizards -105
  • Total: Over/Under 232.5 (-110/-110)

Point Spread, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Thunder are currently +1.5 underdogs versus the Wizards, with -120 at BetMGM the best odds currently available.

For the favored Wizards (-1.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds currently on offer at +100.

In a sign of how close this game is expected to be, both the Thunder and Wizards are currently at minus-money betting odds on the moneyline.

Caesars Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Thunder at -105, which means you can risk $105 to win $100, for a total payout of $205, if they get the W.

On the other hand, PointsBet currently has the best moneyline odds for the Wizards at -105, where you can risk $105 to win $100, for a total payout of $205, if they come out on top.

The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 232.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

As always, make sure you check all the legal sportbooks available in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Wizards (-1.5) are a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 232.5 points is a 54% chance of going Under.

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Best Bets for Wizards vs. Thunder

  • Spread: Wizards -1.5 @ +100 via BetMGM (54% probability)
  • Moneyline: Wizards @ -105 via PointsBet (2.6% edge)
  • Total: Under 232.5 @ -110 via FanDuel Sportsbook (54% probability)

 

Dimers' best bets are based on complex modeling and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible plays 24/7/365.

While the Thunder are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Wizards moneyline is the best option because of the 2.6% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is one of the keys to being a profitable bettor in the long run.

Wizards vs. Thunder Prediction

Dimers.com's predicted final score for Washington vs. Oklahoma City at Paycom Center on Friday has the Thunder winning 115-114.

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Dimers has full betting coverage of Friday's Wizards-Thunder matchup, including pregame predictions, computer picks, and live win probabilities.

Wizards vs. Thunder Player Props

Betting on Wizards vs. Thunder prop bets and player prop picks? DimersBOT uses the best information available to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.

Kristaps Porzingis is expected to lead the way for the Wizards with 26 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to have 29 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Thunder.

Wizards Projected Box Score

  • Kristaps Porzingis: 26 PTS, 11 REB, 3 AST
  • Kyle Kuzma: 24 PTS, 9 REB, 4 AST
  • Rui Hachimura: 17 PTS, 6 REB, 1 AST
  • Daniel Gafford: 13 PTS, 9 REB, 1 AST
  • Monte Morris: 11 PTS, 4 REB, 6 AST

Thunder Projected Box Score

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 29 PTS, 5 REB, 5 AST
  • Josh Giddey: 15 PTS, 9 REB, 6 AST
  • Luguentz Dort: 14 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST
  • Jalen Williams: 11 PTS, 4 REB, 3 AST
  • Isaiah Joe: 9 PTS, 3 REB, 1 AST

Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so keep an eye on this page for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of Wizards vs. Thunder on Friday January 6, 2023.

 

Wizards vs. Thunder 2023 Game Info

Friday's matchup between the Thunder and Wizards at Paycom Center is scheduled to start at 8:00PM ET.

  • Who: Washington Wizards vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Date: Friday January 6, 2023
  • Time: 8:00PM ET / 5:00PM PT
  • Venue: Paycom Center

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Kevin Hansen specializes in NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL content, using data-driven insights for sports betting. He provides simple, actionable betting tips to help bettors find an edge and pick winners.

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