Shai Gilgeous-Alexander enters this matchup averaging 28.4 points over his last five games, but Jalen Williams’ questionable status suggests a significant usage spike is coming.
Oklahoma City dominated the Western Conference with 64 wins, but the Los Angeles Lakers arrive as “Giant Killers” after recent performances.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's form and the Lakers' underdog status make for an intriguing Lakers vs. Thunder prediction in Game 1.