Thunder Dominate Clippers in 128-110 Victory
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Intuit Dome
Oklahoma City Thunder 128, LA Clippers 110, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Oklahoma City Thunder vs LA Clippers?
Oklahoma City Thunder beat LA Clippers 128-110 at Intuit Dome on April 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs LA Clippers?
Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the LA Clippers 128-110 at the Intuit Dome. This victory marks the Thunder's continued dominance over the Clippers, extending their winning streak in the series to 6-0, having previously won all three meetings this season. The Thunder's performance was characterized by their offensive prowess, averaging 124.9 points in their last ten games, and they maintained this high-scoring trend against the Clippers.
The Clippers entered the game with a home record of 41-39, showing a recent form of 7-3 in their last ten games, with an average of 118.3 points scored and 109.6 points allowed. They were on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Dallas Mavericks 116-103 and the Sacramento Kings 138-109. However, their home record was mixed, with a 3-2 record over their last five home games. In contrast, the Thunder boasted an impressive away record of 64-16, with a recent form of 9-1, including a six-game winning streak. They averaged 124.9 points scored and only 104.2 points allowed in their last ten games, showcasing their offensive and defensive capabilities.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder issue, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The Thunder also had several players on the injury report, including Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle), Ajay Mitchell (calf), Otega Oweh (lower leg), Thomas Sorber (knee), and Jalen Williams (hamstring), all listed as day-to-day. The absence of key players could have influenced the game dynamics, but the Thunder's depth allowed them to maintain their high level of play.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Thunder with a spread of 8.5 points, reflecting their strong performance throughout the season. The total points line was set at 223.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with a combined score of 238 points.
Conditions during the game were conducive to an exciting matchup, with both teams showcasing their offensive strategies. The Thunder's ability to capitalize on the Clippers' defensive lapses was evident, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they extended their lead significantly. Key scoring plays included Aaron Wiggins' driving layup and Kobe Sanders' three-point jumper, which helped solidify the Thunder's commanding position.
Overall, the Thunder's victory over the Clippers not only highlighted their dominance in the series but also underscored their status as a formidable contender in the league. The Clippers will need to regroup and address their injury concerns as they look to improve their performance in the remaining games of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OKC -8.5 | 223.5 o -112 / u -108 | Oklahoma City Thunder -375 · LA Clippers +295 |
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
- Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
- Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
- Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
- Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
- Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder
Leaders
- PointsKawhi Leonard20LA Clippers
- AssistsJordan Miller6LA Clippers
- ReboundsJohn Collins9LA Clippers
- PointsChet Holmgren30Oklahoma City Thunder
- AssistsShai Gilgeous-Alexander11Oklahoma City Thunder
- ReboundsChet Holmgren14Oklahoma City Thunder
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W2118.3 scored · 109.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W116-103vs Dallas MavericksApr 8
- W138-109at Sacramento KingsApr 6
- L99-118vs San Antonio SpursApr 3
- L104-114vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 1
- W127-113at Milwaukee BucksMar 29
- W114-113at Indiana PacersMar 27
- W119-94vs Toronto RaptorsMar 26
- W129-96vs Milwaukee BucksMar 24
- W138-131at Dallas MavericksMar 22
- L99-105at New Orleans PelicansMar 20
Oklahoma City Thunder
Last 10: 9-1Streak W6124.9 scored · 104.2 allowed per game4-1 away
- W123-87at Los Angeles LakersApr 8
- W146-111vs Utah JazzApr 5
- W139-96vs Los Angeles LakersApr 3
- W114-110vs Detroit PistonsMar 31
- W111-100vs New York KnicksMar 29
- W131-113vs Chicago BullsMar 28
- L109-119at Boston CelticsMar 25
- W123-103at Philadelphia 76ersMar 23
- W132-111at Washington WizardsMar 21
- W121-92at Brooklyn NetsMar 18
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Oklahoma City Thunder | LA Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 48-83 | 40-86 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 13-34 | 14-32 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 44 |
| Free throws | 19-24 | 16-24 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 26 |
| Assists | 30 | 27 |
| Steals | 9 | 9 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 50 |
| Fouls | 23 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 25 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 97 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter90-75Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes 27-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter92-75Alex Caruso makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter92-76Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-77Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-78Jordan Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter94-78Jaylin Williams makes 1-foot layup (Shai Gilgeous-Alexander assists)
- 3rd Quarter94-79Kobe Sanders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter94-80Kobe Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter96-80Isaiah Hartenstein makes 7-foot two point shot (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter96-82Brook Lopez makes 6-foot fade away jump shot
- 4th Quarter96-83Brook Lopez makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter99-83Isaiah Joe makes 28-foot three point jumper (Chet Holmgren assists)
- 4th Quarter101-83Isaiah Hartenstein makes dunk
- 4th Quarter104-83Isaiah Joe makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter104-85Jordan Miller makes dunk (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter107-85Cason Wallace makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter108-85Chet Holmgren makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-85Chet Holmgren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-88Kobe Sanders makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter109-90John Collins makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter111-90Ajay Mitchell makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter113-90Jalen Williams makes 1-foot dunk (Chet Holmgren assists)
- 4th Quarter113-92Bennedict Mathurin makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter115-92Isaiah Joe makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter115-94Kobe Sanders makes 1-foot dunk (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter117-94Jalen Williams makes 1-foot reverse layup (Chet Holmgren assists)
- 4th Quarter117-97Kobe Sanders makes 28-foot three point jumper (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter120-97Isaiah Joe makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ajay Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter120-99Cam Christie makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter120-101Jordan Miller makes running layup (TyTy Washington Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter120-103Bennedict Mathurin makes running layup (TyTy Washington Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter122-103Jared McCain makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter124-103Aaron Wiggins makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter124-106Kobe Sanders makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter126-106Jared McCain makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter126-108Bennedict Mathurin makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter127-108Isaiah Joe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-108Isaiah Joe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-109Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-110Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours Oklahoma City Thunder.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance17927
- OfficialsMarat Kogut, Tony Brothers, Brandon Schwab
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