There are 10 games on Monday’s NBA slate. The one that catches eyes immediately has the defending champion Thunder at LeBron and the Lakers. The teams have been going in opposite directions recently. OKC has lost two in a row, while the Lakers have won three straight.
However, they will be without Luka Doncic (hamstring) for a second straight game. Since starting 24-1, the Thunder are 16-12 in their last 28. That’s a dramatic change. Oklahoma City is shorthanded with reigning MVP Shea Gilgeous-Alexander out until the All-Star break with an abdominal strain. Also missing from a loss to Houston on Saturday were Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. That sets this up as a win for the Lakers, who are favored by 6 points in NBA odds.
Pick: Under 218½ points