Oklahoma City Thunder hosts Portland Trail Blazers this Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 8pm local time (10pm Brasília time), on The match closes the calendar year for both teams in the NBA, with Thunder leading Conferência Oeste and looking to keep the momentum going at home. Os Trail Blazers arrive motivated after recent victories, but face an opponent superior in scoring and defense.

Thunder, with a record of 28 wins and 5 losses, is the second best attack in the league, scoring an average of 122.1 points per game. Já the Trail Blazers record 14 wins and 19 losses, with an average of 116.8 points scored, but suffer 120.1 points per game. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads Thunder with 32.2 points per game, while Deni Avdija is the highlight of Portland with 25.6 points.

The expectation is for a balanced game at the beginning, but with clear favoritism for the home team, who defend the best defensive record in the NBA, allowing just 107.9 points to their rivals.

Where to watch live and stream

The match between Oklahoma City Thunder and Portland Trail Blazers will be broadcast live on NBA League Pass, the league’s official platform for subscribers. No Brasil, the service offers complete coverage of NBA regular season games. Não there is confirmed transmission on open or closed channels for this specific confrontation.

Fans can follow real-time statistics and highlights through the NBA app or website. The broadcast starts minutes before the tip-off, at 8pm local time.

Probable lineups and individual highlights

Thunder should enter the court with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Luguentz Dort, Gilgeous-Alexander segue como o principal pontuador da equipe e da liga, com médias superiores a 32 pontos.

On the Trail Blazers side, the likely lineup includes Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe, Toumani Camara, Jerami Grant (if recovered) and Donovan Clingan in the big box. Avdija has stood out with frequent double-doubles, while Sharpe contributes with long-distance shots.

• Main players of Thunder:
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 32.2 points per game
  • Chet Holmgren: defensive rebounds and blocks
• Main players of Trail Blazers:
  • Deni Avdija: 25.6 points per game
  • Donovan Clingan: Team leader in rebounds

Both teams adjust recent lineups due to injuries, prioritizing speed and three-point shooting.

History of confrontations and recent form

Oklahoma City Thunder dominates recent clashes against Portland Trail Blazers, with significant victories in the last matches of the season. Historicamente, Thunder takes advantage in games at Paycom Center, exploiting the solid defense at home.

In the last five games, Thunder have recorded convincing victories, including over Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers. Os Trail Blazers alternate results, with triumphs over Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics, but defeats to stronger teams.

Head-to-head matches this season show the superior Thunder, with wide scores in previous encounters. The divisional rivalry adds intensity, but the moment favors the home team.

Last five games for each team

Thunder arrives with a positive streak in recent games.

• Thunder:
  • Victory over Atlanta Hawks: 140-129
  • Win over Philadelphia 76ers: 129-104
  • Other recent wins in strong streak

The Trail Blazers show recovery in some duels.

• Trail Blazers:
  • Victory over Dallas Mavericks: 125-122
  • Victory over Boston Celtics: 114-108
  • Interspersed defeats, but signs of improvement

These results reflect Thunder’s best moment in the general classification.

Top scorers and curiosities of the confrontation

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the second highest scorer in the NBA, behind only isolated leaders, with impressive consistency. Deni Avdija appears as a surprise in Portland, raising its average above 25 points.

Interestingly, Thunder maintains the tradition of home games in Réveillon against Trail Blazers, making this a year-end classic. Paycom Center is usually packed on these occasions, with a festive atmosphere.

Thunder’s defense is the best in the league, limiting opponents to low percentages. Portland depends on rebounds from Clingan to compete.

Location, tickets and weather forecast

The game takes place at Paycom Center, in Oklahoma City, a modern arena with capacity for more than 18 thousand fans. Ingressos are available on official NBA platforms and retailers, with prices varying depending on the sector.

The forecast for Oklahoma City on December 31st indicates mild temperatures for the season, around 10°C to 15°C during the day, falling to around 5°C at night. Não significant precipitation is expected, favoring the movement of fans.

The stadium offers a complete structure, with food and transportation options nearby.

Predictions and context of the championship

Analysts point to clear favoritism for Thunder, with projections of victory by a margin of more than 15 points. The attack led by Gilgeous-Alexander must exploit Portland’s defensive weaknesses.

In Conferência Oeste, Thunder consolidates leadership, while Trail Blazers seeks to get closer to play-in positions. The confrontation closes the year with a focus on rhythms for 2026.

Experts highlight the importance of rebounds and turnovers for Portland to surprise.