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Tonight’s matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder features two MVP favorites, but our NBA player prop projections have found value elsewhere.
Find more NBA picks in our complete Lakers vs. Thunder predictions for Thursday, April 2.
Lakers vs Thunder computer picks for April 2
 Lakers |
 Thunder |
|---|---|
| James o17.5 points <<-105>> |
Dort o2.5 rebounds <<+122>> |
| LaRavia o6.5 points <<-112>> |
Mitchell u12.5 points <<-115>> |
| Hachimura o2.5 rebounds <<+100>> |
Hartenstein o7.5 points <<-120>> |
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Lakers computer picks
LeBron James Over 17.5 points (-105)
Projection: 19.2 points
LeBron James isn’t the elite scorer he once was, but “The King” can still fill the hoop.
With Luka Doncic likely the Oklahoma City Thunder’s primary target, Bron will be able to go to work on their secondary defenders.
We don’t need a 30-piece from James to cash this — just a measly 18 points from the greatest scorer of all time.
Jake LaRavia Over 6.5 points (-112)
Projection: 8.2 points
Jake LaRavia is fresh off a 14-point game, playing a monstrous 38 minutes.
LaRavia has earned the trust of Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick, and if he sees another 30+ minutes, he can make this line of 6.5 look foolish.
With Bron, Luka, and Austin Reaves sharing the floor, it gives LaRavia three capable playmakers to set him up for easy looks. He just needs to knock ’em down.
Rui Hachimura Over 2.5 rebounds (+100)
Projection: 3.1 rebounds
Rui Hachimura has cleared this rebounding total in five of his last 10, and we’re getting plus money on it at bet365. Rui will likely see time off the bench, with most of his minutes away from Isaiah Hartenstein and/or Chet.
OKC’s No. 1 defense will also lead to more rebounding opportunities, and Rui will see enough floor time to gobble up at least three boards.
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Thunder computer picks
Luguentz Dort Over 2.5 rebounds (+122)
Projection: 2.9 rebounds
At +122, this play is too good to pass up.
Lu Dort has snared three or more boards in five of his last 10, and as I mentioned earlier, there will be plenty of rebounding opportunities up for grabs.
Dort is a physical player and isn’t afraid to get down and dirty in the paint.
Ajay Mitchell Under 12.5 points (-115)
Projection: 12.1 points
Ajay Mitchell has been inconsistent over his last five games, failing to reach double-digit points twice.
This game is also expected to see fewer possessions than normal, with the Lakers slowing things down lately.
The Thunder will only get so many shots, and SGA, alongside Chet and Hart, will offer better success given how Los Angeles is built.
Isaiah Hartenstein Over 7.5 points (-120)
Projection: 8.8 points
Starting centers have been feasting on the Lakers, with the last eight big men all eclipsing 10+ points.
That run includes centers like Jay Huff, Nic Claxton, and Tristan Vukcevic…
Hart will be able to bully L.A. down low and get easy buckets, helping him cover this line.
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How to watch Lakers vs Thunder tonight
| Location | Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK |
| Date | Thursday, April 2, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 9:30 p.m. ET |
| TV | Prime Video |
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