OKC a playoff underdog for 1st time in 33 games
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- Oklahoma City Thunder have not been underdogs in 33 playoff games, tying them with the Chicago Bulls' 1990s dynasty.
- San Antonio Spurs entered Game 3 of the Western Conference finals as 1.5‑point favorites over the Thunder, threatening the streak.
- The Thunder's 33‑game underdog‑free streak is the third‑longest since 1990, behind the 2015‑16 Golden State Warriors (36) and the 1995‑97 Bulls (34).
- Oklahoma City Thunder were underdogs in only four regular‑season games this year, underscoring their dominance.
- DraftKings Sportsbook lists the Thunder at –150 to win the series, while the Spurs are +138.
Why it matters: Bettors backing the Spurs stand to win a larger payout at +138, while the Thunder's –150 odds limit upside for their backers, highlighting the rarity of the Thunder being underdogs and the high stakes of Game 3.
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