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Clash at Paycom Center: Oklahoma City Thunder Host Portland Trail Blazers

As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare to welcome the Portland Trail Blazers to the Paycom Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its impressive performance. The Thunder have been showcasing a strong offensive game, as evidenced by their recent victories.


SAN FRANCISCO, CA - DECEMBER 23: Matisse Thybulle #4 of the Portland Trail Blazers plays defense during the game against the Golden State Warriors on December 23, 2023 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

In their last three games at home, the Thunder have demonstrated a potent scoring ability. Against formidable opponents like the Lakers and Clippers, they scored 120 and 134 points respectively. Their offensive efficiency has been remarkable with an average true shooting percentage of over 60 percent across these games. They've also shown resilience in rebounding, matching or exceeding their opponents' total rebounds in each matchup.


The team's defensive efforts cannot be overlooked either; they held a struggling Grizzlies team to just 97 points recently. The defensive intensity is highlighted by an average of over eight steals per game in these past encounters.


One area for potential improvement could be turnovers; maintaining possession will be crucial against a Trail Blazers squad that will look to capitalize on any mistakes.


The Paycom Center has proven to be a fortress for Oklahoma City with strong fan support likely contributing to their confidence and momentum on court. As they face off against Portland, maintaining this home-court advantage could prove pivotal.


Fans can catch this exciting NBA action on January 24th at 01:00 AM UTC at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City or tune into BSOK network channel 675 for live coverage of what promises to be another thrilling display of basketball prowess from the Thunder.

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