NBA · Final

Thunder Edge Cavaliers in Close Contest

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Monday, November 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Rocket Arena

Oklahoma City Thunder 117, Cleveland Cavaliers 112, 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 Oklahoma City Thunder vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

Oklahoma City Thunder beat Cleveland Cavaliers 117-112 at Rocket Arena on November 2, 2026.

Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs Cleveland Cavaliers?

Cleveland Cavaliers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -173 (about 63% implied). The underdog won.

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a narrow victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, winning 117-112 at Rocket Arena. This result marks the Thunder's second consecutive win against the Cavaliers this season, having previously defeated them 136-104 on January 19, 2026, and 121-113 on February 22, 2026. The Thunder now lead the season series 2-0.

Cleveland entered the game with a home record of 4-3 and had recently shown strong form, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games. They had a scoring average of 122.2 points per game while allowing 117.9. Their last five games saw them winning four, with an average of 124.0 points scored and 116.4 points allowed. In contrast, the Thunder, with an away record of 5-2, had a more modest scoring average of 110.0 and allowed 110.1 points. However, they were on a two-game losing streak coming into this matchup, having lost to the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks in their last two outings.

The Cavaliers were playing at home, where they had a perfect record of 5-0 this season. Their performance at Rocket Arena had been impressive, but the absence of key players Peyton Watson and Jaylon Tyson due to injury may have impacted their performance. On the other hand, the Thunder were also missing several players, including Thomas Sorber, Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, and Alex Caruso, all of whom were sidelined due to injuries.

In terms of betting, DraftKings set the spread at Cleveland -4.5 with a total of 229.5. The moneyline odds reflected Cleveland at -173 and Oklahoma City at 146. These odds suggested that the Cavaliers were favored to win, but the Thunder's performance proved otherwise.

The game was closely contested throughout, with several lead changes in the fourth quarter. Notable scoring plays included Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hitting a crucial three-pointer to give the Thunder a late lead. The final moments saw Ajay Mitchell contributing significantly, making key free throws that helped seal the victory for Oklahoma City.

Overall, this matchup showcased the competitive nature of both teams, with the Thunder overcoming their recent struggles to secure a vital win on the road.

What we said beforehand

The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder at Rocket Arena on November 3, 2026, in what promises to be an exciting NBA matchup. Both teams enter the game with a record of 4-2, making this contest a crucial early-season battle for positioning in the league. The Cavaliers have shown a strong home presence, boasting a perfect home record of 5-0, while the Thunder have struggled slightly on the road with a record of 3-3 away from home.

In their last five games, the Cavaliers have secured four victories, including a recent win against the Milwaukee Bucks with a score of 136-111. Their only loss during this stretch came against the Atlanta Hawks, where they fell short 114-111. Cleveland has averaged 124.0 points per game over their last five outings, demonstrating a potent offensive capability. Key players for the Cavaliers include Donovan Mitchell, who leads the team in scoring with an average of 22.7 points per game, and James Harden, contributing 6.3 assists per game.

On the other hand, the Thunder have also won three of their last five games but come into this matchup having lost their last two, including a significant defeat against the Houston Rockets, where they lost 119-98. Oklahoma City has averaged 104.6 points per game in their last five contests, indicating some struggles offensively. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the standout player for the Thunder, leading the team with an average of 26.0 points per game.

Historically, the Cavaliers have not fared well against the Thunder in their previous meetings, holding a record of 0-2 this season against them. Their last encounter on February 22, 2026, ended in a 121-113 loss for the Cavaliers, and earlier in the season, they suffered a 136-104 defeat at home against Oklahoma City. This history adds an intriguing layer to the matchup, as Cleveland will look to turn the tide and secure their first win against the Thunder this season.

In terms of injuries, both teams will be missing key players. The Cavaliers will be without Peyton Watson and Jaylon Tyson due to hamstring and ankle injuries, respectively. The Thunder will be missing Thomas Sorber (knee), Cason Wallace (shoulder), Chet Holmgren (knee), Jalen Williams (leg), and Alex Caruso (ankle). The absence of these players could significantly impact both teams' strategies and performances.

The betting market reflects Cleveland as the favorite, with DraftKings setting the spread at -4.5 in favor of the Cavaliers. The total points for the game is set at 229.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair given both teams' recent scoring averages.

As for the conditions on game day, both teams will be looking to establish their game plans early. The Cavaliers will aim to leverage their home advantage and high-scoring ability, while the Thunder will need to find a way to break through their recent offensive struggles and capitalize on any opportunities against a Cavaliers team that has shown defensive vulnerabilities in their losses.

Fans should watch for how the Cavaliers respond to their previous losses against the Thunder and whether they can maintain their home dominance. The Thunder will need to find a way to adapt without their key players and could look to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to lead the charge offensively. With both teams eager to assert themselves early in the season, this matchup is shaping up to be a compelling contest.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CLE -4.5	229.5 o -110 / u -110	Oklahoma City Thunder +146 · Cleveland Cavaliers -173

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Injury report

Peyton WatsonOutHamstringCleveland Cavaliers
Jaylon TysonOutAnkleCleveland Cavaliers
Thomas SorberOutKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Cason WallaceOutShoulderOklahoma City Thunder
Chet HolmgrenOutKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Jalen WilliamsOutLegOklahoma City Thunder
Alex CarusoOutAnkleOklahoma City Thunder

Leaders

PointsDonovan Mitchell17Cleveland Cavaliers
AssistsDonovan Mitchell11Cleveland Cavaliers
ReboundsMario Hezonja8Cleveland Cavaliers
PointsShai Gilgeous-Alexander43Oklahoma City Thunder
AssistsShai Gilgeous-Alexander8Oklahoma City Thunder
ReboundsIsaiah Hartenstein14Oklahoma City Thunder

Recent form

Cleveland Cavaliers

Last 10: 7-3Streak W1122.2 scored · 117.9 allowed per game5-0 at home

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
W142-126at Memphis GrizzliesApr 7

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 6-4Streak L2110 scored · 110.1 allowed per game3-3 away

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
W123-87at Los Angeles LakersApr 8

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Portland	-	1	W1	.800	4
Oklahoma City	-	2	W1	.714	5
Denver	1	2	W2	.600	3
Minnesota	1	3	L1	.571	4
Utah	3.5	5	L4	.167	1
Detroit	-	1	W2	.833	5
Cleveland	1.5	3	L1	.571	4
Indiana	3.5	5	L4	.286	2
Chicago	4	5	L4	.167	1
Milwaukee	4	5	L2	.167	1

Box score

Stat	Oklahoma City Thunder	Cleveland Cavaliers
Field goals	42-98	40-90
Field goal %	43	44
Three-pointers	12-31	18-49
Three-point %	39	37
Free throws	21-23	14-24
Free throw %	91	58
Rebounds	54	46
Offensive rebounds	15	11
Defensive rebounds	39	35
Assists	18	31
Steals	5	7
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	8	7
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	2
Technical fouls, total	0	2
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	10
Fast-break points	13	7
Points in the paint	50	30
Fouls	19	19
Largest lead	14	5
Lead changes	23	23
Time in front	61	33

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter84-78Aday Mara makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
3rd Quarter84-80Donovan Mitchell makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter85-80Micah Peavy makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter86-80Micah Peavy makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter88-80Aday Mara makes tip in dunk
3rd Quarter88-81Mario Hezonja makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter90-81Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter90-84Mario Hezonja makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter90-86Tyrese Proctor makes finger roll layup
4th Quarter90-89Donovan Mitchell makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter92-89Jared McCain makes finger roll layup
4th Quarter93-89Jared McCain makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter93-92Mario Hezonja makes 25-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter93-93Tyrese Proctor makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter93-94Tyrese Proctor makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter94-94Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes technical free throw
4th Quarter93-95James Harden makes free throw 2 of 3
4th Quarter95-95Aday Mara makes 5-foot floating jump shot (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
4th Quarter95-97Jarrett Allen makes layup (Mario Hezonja assists)
4th Quarter95-98Jarrett Allen makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter97-98Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes driving layup
4th Quarter97-100Meleek Thomas makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (James Harden assists)
4th Quarter99-100Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter99-102Jarrett Allen makes 15-foot jumper (Mario Hezonja assists)
4th Quarter102-102Bennett Stirtz makes 22-foot running pullup jump shot (Ajay Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter102-103Sam Merrill makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-104Sam Merrill makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-104Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 13-foot two point shot
4th Quarter105-105Evan Mobley makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter105-106Evan Mobley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-108Evan Mobley makes layup (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter106-108Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes technical free throw
4th Quarter107-108Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter107-109Evan Mobley makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter109-109Isaiah Hartenstein makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
4th Quarter112-109Ajay Mitchell makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter112-112Sam Merrill makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter115-112Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter116-112Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-112Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

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