The Oklahoma City Thunder travel to Miami to face the Heat in an interconference matchup that pits the Western Conference leaders against a middling Eastern squad fighting for playoff positioning. OKC enters on a five-game win streak, boasting elite defense and efficient offense led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, while Miami deals with injuries and inconsistency but relies on home-court grit and Bam Adebayo’s all-around play. Expect a defensive battle, with the Thunder’s depth potentially overwhelming the shorthanded Heat.
Venue: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET (broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network, FDSSUN, FDSOK, KWTV, WPLG, and NBA League Pass)
Recent Team Forms
OKC has dominated lately, going 8-2 in their last 10 with suffocating defense, while Miami has split 5-5, struggling with scoring consistency amid injuries.
Oklahoma City Thunder Last 10 Games (8-2 record, averaging 121.5 PPG scored, 104.0 PPG allowed)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| 1/15/2026 | @ HOU | W 111-91 | 111 PTS, 45% FG |
| 1/13/2026 | vs SAS | W 119-98 | 119 PTS, 52% FG |
| 1/11/2026 | vs MIA | W 124-112 | 124 PTS, 51% FG |
| 1/7/2026 | @ MEM | W 117-116 | 117 PTS, 48% FG |
| 1/5/2026 | vs UTA | W 129-125 | 129 PTS, 50% FG |
| 1/3/2026 | vs CHA | L 97-124 | 97 PTS, 42% FG |
| 1/2/2026 | @ PHX | L 105-108 | 105 PTS, 46% FG |
| 1/1/2026 | @ GSW | W 131-94 | 131 PTS, 54% FG |
| 12/31/2025 | vs POR | W 124-95 | 124 PTS, 49% FG |
| 12/29/2025 | vs ATL | W 140-129 | 140 PTS, 53% FG |
Miami Heat Last 10 Games (5-5 record, averaging 118.6 PPG scored, 119.4 PPG allowed)
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
| 1/15/2026 | vs BOS | L 114-119 | 114 PTS, 47% FG |
| 1/13/2026 | vs PHX | W 127-121 | 127 PTS, 52% FG |
| 1/11/2026 | @ OKC | L 112-124 | 112 PTS, 54% FG |
| 1/10/2026 | @ IND | L 99-123 | 99 PTS, 41% FG |
| 1/6/2026 | @ MIN | L 94-122 | 94 PTS, 39% FG |
| 1/4/2026 | vs NOP | W 125-106 | 125 PTS, 51% FG |
| 1/3/2026 | vs MIN | L 115-125 | 115 PTS, 48% FG |
| 1/1/2026 | @ DET | W 118-112 | 118 PTS, 50% FG |
| 12/31/2025 | vs DEN | W 147-123 | 147 PTS, 58% FG |
| 12/29/2025 | vs IND | W 142-116 | 142 PTS, 55% FG |
Injury Report
Injuries hit both sides, but Miami’s backcourt depth is particularly thinned, potentially forcing reliance on younger players and impacting scoring.
Oklahoma City Thunder
Out: Isaiah Hartenstein (Right Soleus; Strain), Thomas Sorber (Right ACL; Surgical Recovery), Nikola Topic (N/A; Surgical Recovery)
No other major injuries reported
Miami Heat
Questionable: Tyler Herro (Right Big Toe/Rib; Contusion)
Out: Myron Gardner (G League – Two-Way), Vladislav Goldin (G League – Two-Way), Jaime Jaquez Jr. (Left Knee; Sprain), Davion Mitchell (Left Shoulder; Contusion), Terry Rozier (Not With Team), Jahmir Young (G League – Two-Way)
Available: Nikola Jovic (Right Knee; Soreness), Pelle Larsson (Left 3rd Mallet; Finger)
Key Player Matchups
Without several guards, Miami may struggle to contain OKC’s perimeter threats, giving the Thunder an edge in transition and spacing.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) vs. Tyler Herro (MIA): Gilgeous-Alexander (30+ PPG potential) could exploit Herro’s defense if he plays; otherwise, Miami’s guards are overmatched.
Chet Holmgren (OKC) vs. Bam Adebayo (MIA): A battle of versatile bigs; Holmgren’s shooting vs. Adebayo’s physicality and playmaking.
Jalen Williams (OKC) vs. Andrew Wiggins (MIA): Williams’ scoring efficiency vs. Wiggins’ wing defense; OKC’s depth here could shine.
Overall Edge: Thunder’s health and form provide a clear advantage, but Miami’s home defense might force turnovers.
Series History
OKC has dominated lately, extending a win streak against Miami.
All-Time Record: Thunder lead 45-30 in 75 regular-season games
Recent Meetings: OKC won the last on 1/11/2026 (124-112)
In the last 5 games: Thunder 5-0 (average score: OKC 120.4, MIA 109.6)
At Kaseya Center: Thunder have won 3 of the last 5 in Miami
Betting Trends
Thunder: 21-21 ATS overall; 2-5 ATS in last 7 games
Heat: 23-18 ATS overall; 6-4 ATS in last 10 games
O/U Trends:
Thunder: Over in 21 of 42 games (50%); Under in 6 of last 9
Heat: Over in 18 of 41 games (43.9%); Over in 5 of last 10
Game Odds
Oklahoma City Thunder – 8.5
Miami Heat 234.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, January 16, 2026
