Sat Jan 04 00:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Oklahoma City Thunder’s Hot Streak Continues: Can Knicks End Reign?

**OKLAHOMA CITY –** The Oklahoma City Thunder, winners of 13 straight games, are poised to extend their impressive run against the New York Knicks Friday night. The Thunder’s resurgence is largely attributed to the return of center Isaiah Hartenstein from a hand injury in November. Since his return, the team boasts the NBA’s best Net Rating (+13.2).

While the Knicks arrive in Oklahoma City on a nine-game winning streak of their own, their success has come against weaker opponents. The Thunder present a significantly tougher challenge, possessing the size and defensive capabilities to neutralize the Knicks’ star players, including Jalen Brunson, who is also battling a calf injury.

The matchup favors the Thunder, who are undefeated in six games played on zero days rest this season and boast a 14-2 home record – second-best in the NBA. The Knicks’ winning streak, analysts suggest, is likely to end against this formidable opponent. Despite the Knicks’ impressive recent performances, the Thunder’s dominance and home-court advantage make them the clear favorites. Sportsbooks project an Oklahoma City victory by a margin of 4.5 points. The game is being touted as a potential NBA Finals preview.

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