The Oklahoma City Thunder, fresh off their NBA Cup final appearance, continue their grueling December road trip with a matchup against the Miami Heat on Friday night. Playing their third game in four nights and coming off a victory against the Orlando Magic on Thursday, the Thunder are tasked with facing a rested Heat team that’s had three days off since their overtime loss to the Detroit Pistons on Monday.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the driving force behind Oklahoma City’s success, delivered yet another dominant performance on Thursday, finishing with 35 points in the Thunder’s win. He’ll need to bring his signature poise and scoring ability as Oklahoma City looks to extend its official winning streak to seven games.
Here’s a featured Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook to consider for Friday’s game against Miami.
Best Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 34.5 PTS + AST (-105)
Gilgeous-Alexander has been one of the league’s most consistent offensive players, averaging 30.5 points and 6.3 assists per game this season. His versatility as both a scorer and facilitator makes him a threat to exceed this combined points and assists line in any matchup. Against a Miami team that ranks among the league’s most disciplined defenses, the Thunder will rely on Gilgeous-Alexander’s creativity to generate offense.
On Thursday, Gilgeous-Alexander showcased his ability to bounce back after the Thunder’s disappointing NBA Cup finals loss. He was lethal in the first half against Orlando, scoring 24 points on 10-of-11 shooting and setting the tone for his team. His midrange dominance and ability to control pace will be critical against a Heat defense anchored by Bam Adebayo, who protects the rim and disrupts pick-and-roll actions.
Miami is anchored by Bam Adebayo, but Gilgeous-Alexander’s footwork, shot creation, and his knack for drawing fouls could spell trouble for a Heat team that occasionally struggles to defend without fouling. Over 34.5 PTS + AST is a favorable option as a result.
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