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Thunder Defeat Cavaliers 124-116 in NBA Clash

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Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Paycom Center

Oklahoma City Thunder 124, Cleveland Cavaliers 116, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder?

Oklahoma City Thunder beat Cleveland Cavaliers 124-116 at Paycom Center on November 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Cleveland Cavaliers vs Oklahoma City Thunder?

Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -161 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.

This win is significant as it not only showcases the Thunder's strong performance but also highlights their ability to maintain dominance over Cleveland in recent matchups.

They had recently won their last game against the Cavaliers on November 3, 2026, with a score of 117-112. The Thunder's recent form shows a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, with an average of 109.4 points scored and 112.6 points allowed. Their last five games included three wins and two losses, with an average of 108.8 points scored and 113.2 points allowed.

Cleveland's recent performance also stands at 6-4 over their last ten games, with a scoring average of 119.2 points and an average of 117.0 points allowed. However, they were on a one-game losing streak following their defeat to the Thunder. In their last five games, the Cavaliers recorded three wins and two losses, averaging 121.4 points scored and 115.6 points allowed.

The matchup was particularly intriguing due to the injury concerns affecting both teams. The Thunder were missing several key players, including Jaylin Williams, Nikola Topic, Thomas Sorber, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren, all of whom were out due to various injuries. On the other hand, the Cavaliers had Jarrett Allen and Tyrese Proctor listed as day-to-day with knee and ankle injuries, respectively, while Jaylon Tyson and Peyton Watson were confirmed out due to ankle and hamstring issues.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Oklahoma City favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 226.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in the Thunder's ability to perform well at home, with a moneyline of -161. The Cavaliers were listed at a moneyline of +136, indicating a potential value for those looking to back the away team despite their recent struggles.

Conditions during the game were typical for a late fall evening in Oklahoma City, with a crowd eager to support their home team. As the game progressed, the Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played a crucial role, particularly in the fourth quarter, where he made several key free throws to help seal the victory. The scoring plays highlighted his contributions, including making free throws that brought the score to 124-116 in the final moments of the game.

This matchup was worth watching not only for the implications of the standings but also for the competitive spirit displayed by both teams. The Thunder's ability to adapt to their injury situation and continue their winning ways against a familiar opponent was a testament to their resilience. As the season progresses, both teams will need to address their injury concerns and find ways to improve their defensive strategies to stay competitive in the league.

What we said beforehand

The Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Paycom Center on November 5, 2026, in a matchup that has garnered attention due to the teams' recent performances and their previous encounter just days prior. The Thunder currently lead the series 1-0 after defeating the Cavaliers 117-112 on November 3, 2026.

In their last five games, the Thunder have recorded three wins and two losses. They started strong with victories over the LA Clippers and Phoenix Suns, but faced setbacks against the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets before bouncing back against the Cavaliers. The Thunder's scoring average in these games has been 111.0 points, while they have allowed an average of 110.4 points per game. In contrast, the Cavaliers have also recorded three wins and two losses in their last five outings, with impressive victories against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Milwaukee Bucks, but losing to the Atlanta Hawks and the Thunder in their most recent match. The Cavaliers have averaged 121.4 points scored in their last five games, while allowing 115.6 points.

When considering home and away performances, the Thunder have a home record of 3-1, scoring an average of 109.4 points while allowing 112.6 points. The Cavaliers, on the other hand, have struggled on the road with a 1-3 away record, scoring an average of 119.2 points but allowing 117.0 points. This discrepancy highlights the Thunder's advantage when playing at home, despite their recent struggles against away teams.

In terms of injuries, the Thunder will be missing several key players, including Jaylin Williams, Nikola Topic, Thomas Sorber, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren, all of whom are out due to various injuries. The Cavaliers will also be without Jaylon Tyson and Peyton Watson, who are out with ankle and hamstring injuries, respectively. The absence of these players could significantly impact both teams' strategies and performances on the court.

The betting market reflects the competitive nature of this matchup, with DraftKings listing the Thunder as 3.5-point favorites and a total set at 226.5 points. The odds for the Thunder to win outright are -161.0, while the Cavaliers are at +136.0, indicating a belief that the Thunder have the edge playing at home.

As the game approaches, viewers should watch for the performance of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who leads the Thunder with an average of 28.4 points per game, and Donovan Mitchell, who leads the Cavaliers with 21.9 points per game. Both players will be crucial in determining the outcome of this matchup, especially given the absence of several key contributors on both sides. The conditions at the Paycom Center will also play a role, as the Thunder look to leverage their home-court advantage against a Cavaliers team that has shown resilience in their recent games.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	OKC -3.5	226.5 o -112 / u -108	Cleveland Cavaliers +136 · Oklahoma City Thunder -161

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Injury report

Jaylin WilliamsOutBackOklahoma City Thunder
Nikola TopicOutBackOklahoma City Thunder
Thomas SorberOutKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Cason WallaceOutShoulderOklahoma City Thunder
Chet HolmgrenOutKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Jarrett AllenDay-To-DayKneeCleveland Cavaliers
Tyrese ProctorDay-To-DayAnkleCleveland Cavaliers
Jaylon TysonOutAnkleCleveland Cavaliers
Peyton WatsonOutHamstringCleveland Cavaliers

Leaders

PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander42Oklahoma City Thunder
AssistsShai Gilgeous-Alexander8Oklahoma City Thunder
ReboundsIsaiah Hartenstein12Oklahoma City Thunder
PointsDonovan Mitchell27Cleveland Cavaliers
AssistsDonovan Mitchell6Cleveland Cavaliers
ReboundsEvan Mobley10Cleveland Cavaliers

Recent form

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1109.4 scored · 112.6 allowed per game3-1 at home

W117-112at Cleveland CavaliersNov 3
L98-119at Houston RocketsNov 1
L96-120at Dallas MavericksOct 29
W125-114vs Phoenix SunsOct 27
W108-101vs LA ClippersOct 25
W96-84vs Denver NuggetsOct 23
W116-104at San Antonio SpursOct 21
L103-135vs Phoenix SunsApr 13
L107-127at Denver NuggetsApr 11
W128-110at LA ClippersApr 9

Cleveland Cavaliers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1119.2 scored · 117 allowed per game1-3 away

L112-117vs Oklahoma City ThunderNov 3
W136-111at Milwaukee BucksNov 1
L111-114at Atlanta HawksOct 30
W121-111vs Washington WizardsOct 28
W127-125vs Minnesota TimberwolvesOct 26
W125-121vs Brooklyn NetsOct 24
L106-114at Philadelphia 76ersOct 22
W130-117vs Washington WizardsApr 12
L102-124at Atlanta HawksApr 10
W122-116vs Atlanta HawksApr 8

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Detroit	-	2	L1	.750	6
Cleveland	2	4	L2	.500	4
Indiana	3.5	6	W1	.333	3
Chicago	5	7	L6	.125	1
Milwaukee	5	7	L4	.125	1
Portland	-	1	W2	.833	5
Oklahoma City	-	2	W2	.750	6
Minnesota	1	3	W1	.625	5
Denver	2	3	L1	.500	3
Utah	4.5	6	L5	.143	1

Box score

Stat	Cleveland Cavaliers	Oklahoma City Thunder
Field goals	40-93	41-89
Field goal %	43	46
Three-pointers	19-49	15-36
Three-point %	39	42
Free throws	17-19	27-35
Free throw %	89	77
Rebounds	45	47
Offensive rebounds	10	8
Defensive rebounds	35	39
Assists	19	25
Steals	5	7
Blocks	7	4
Turnovers	12	9
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	15
Fast-break points	12	21
Points in the paint	40	44
Fouls	29	18
Largest lead	0	25
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

4th Quarter77-91Kenrich Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ajay Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter77-94Jared McCain makes 24-foot three pointer (Isaiah Hartenstein assists)
4th Quarter77-96Ajay Mitchell makes layup (Isaiah Hartenstein assists)
4th Quarter78-96Thomas Bryant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter79-96Thomas Bryant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter79-98Ajay Mitchell makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Isaiah Hartenstein assists)
4th Quarter82-98Mario Hezonja makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter85-98Mario Hezonja makes 22-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
4th Quarter85-100Ajay Mitchell makes driving layup
4th Quarter88-100Meleek Thomas makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter90-100Donovan Mitchell makes running layup
4th Quarter90-101Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter90-102Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-104Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 9-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter93-104Tyrese Proctor makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter93-107Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter93-109Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes driving layup (Aday Mara assists)
4th Quarter93-111Aday Mara makes dunk (Alex Caruso assists)
4th Quarter95-111Tyrese Proctor makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (Sam Merrill assists)
4th Quarter96-111Tyrese Proctor makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter96-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter99-112Donovan Mitchell makes 24-foot three point jumper (James Harden assists)
4th Quarter99-113Aday Mara makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter100-113Evan Mobley makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter100-114Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter100-115Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-115Evan Mobley makes tip shot
4th Quarter105-115Donovan Mitchell makes 28-foot three pointer
4th Quarter105-117Aday Mara makes tip in dunk
4th Quarter108-117Donovan Mitchell makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter111-117Donovan Mitchell makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter111-118Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-119Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter113-119Evan Mobley makes 1-foot dunk (Mario Hezonja assists)
4th Quarter113-120Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-121Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter113-122Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-122Sam Merrill makes 24-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter116-123Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter116-124Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Oklahoma City Thunder, below favours Cleveland Cavaliers.