Thunder vs. Heat Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 12th, 2025

Arena and City where Thunder vs. Heat will be playing

The stage is set for an NBA game between the Thunder and Heat on February 12th, 2025, in Oklahoma, OK at Paycom Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Thunder vs. Heat betting tip and prediction

The Western Conference and Eastern Conference go head-to-head in this NBA showdown on February 12th, 2025, at 19:00. The Thunder enters as -13.5 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Thunder won, 107-100. The over/under for the upcoming game is 219 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has made it abundantly clear how important the 3-point shot is to the game. Let's examine how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Thunder is currently nailing 36% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Heat is converting on 36.2% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Thunder is dedicating 42% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Heat is taking 45% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Oklahoma City Thunder

How is the Thunder playing this season?

The Thunder comes into this game with a 43-9 record, and they are currently 1st in the Western Conference standings. The Thunder is 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Thunder win their most recent game?

Yes, Thunder defeated the Pelicans, 137-101. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Thunder

The leading scorer for the Thunder this season is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is averaging 32.6 points per game. Gilgeous-Alexander also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 33.96. He scored 37 points on 13-for-25 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Heat. In the last game, he scored 44.75 points in DraftKings and 46.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Thunder

Coming into the February 12th, 2025 contest, Isaiah Hartenstein leads the Thunder with 12.1 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 24.75 points in DraftKings and 23.6 fantasy points in FanDuel. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a team-high 6 assists per game. He scored 44.75 DraftKings points and 46.2 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Thunder is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (1.9 steals per game). He has 44.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 46.2 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Chet Holmgren is leading the way for the Thunder with 2.9 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 31.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 35.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Thunder Team Analysis

The Thunder's point differential this season is 13.4 points per game, which ranks 1st in the NBA. They are averaging 118.2 points per game while allowing 104.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Thunder is making 14 shots per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Thunder is making 16.1 per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA.

Projected Thunder Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Heat, the Thunder's starting lineup consisted of Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Luguentz Dort, Josh Giddey and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. For the upcoming matchup, the Thunder has the following injuries: Ousmane Dieng is questionable (calf), Isaiah Joe is questionable (knee) Ajay Mitchell is out (toe), Nikola Topic is out (knee) and Cason Wallace is out (shoulder).

Miami Heat

How is the Heat playing this season?

The Heat head this game with a 25-26 record, and they are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Heat is 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Heat win their most recent game?

No, Heat came up short against the Celtics, 103-85. Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 25 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Heat

The leading scorer for the Heat this season is Tyler Herro, who is averaging 23.7 points per game. Tyler Herro also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.59.

Other Team Leaders for the Heat

Bam Adebayo is leading the way with 10 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 45 points in DraftKings and 42.4 in FanDuel. Tyler Herro is dishing out a team-high 5.6 assists per game In terms of steals, the Heat's leader is Dru Smith with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 0 DraftKings fantasy points and 0 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Heat is Andrew Wiggins, who is sending back 1 shots per game. He scored 28.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 28.5 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Heat Team Analysis

The Heat's point differential this season is -0.5 points per game, which ranks 17th in the NBA. They are averaging 110 points per game while allowing 110.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Heat is making 14.1 shots per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Heat is making 16.8 per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA.

Projected Heat's Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Thunder, the Heat's starting five were Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jović, Jimmy Butler, Duncan Robinson and Terry Rozier. For the upcoming matchup, Heat has the following injuries: Tyler Herro is questionable (illness), Jaime Jaquez Jr. is questionable (illness), Kevin Love is questionable (illness) and Dru Smith is out (achilles).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Thunder and Heat game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Thunder.

Money Line betting suggestion

Thunder is a -13.5 money line favorite for the game against the Heat, and the suggestion is to pick the Thunder.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Thunder and Heat is 219 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Thunder and Heat have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.