Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat (01-11-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The Oklahoma City Thunder are overwhelming favourites against the Miami Heat, at home on Sunday, who just suffered a devastating defeat on Saturday. Miami faces a short turnaround against the top NBA club, which is 18-2 overall, at home after being crushed by the Indiana Pacers, the weakest team in the Eastern Conference.

On Sunday at 6 p.m. CST, the OKC Thunder will host the Miami Heat. On Friday, OKC (32-7) overcame the Memphis Grizzlies 117-116 on the road. Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, all of whom are available to play on Sunday, were absent from the Thunder. On Saturday, Miami (20-18) lost to the Indiana Pacers 123-99 on the road. Due to contusions on his right big toe and ribs, Tyler Herro is doubtful.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat - When and where to watch the game

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat match tip off at 6 p.m. CST. The game is scheduled for Sunday, January 11 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. FanDuel Sports Network will telecast the entire match. Additionally, Fubo will broadcast the game for online users.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat - Expected Starting Lineups

Oklahoma City Thunder

PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
SG Luguentz Dort
SF Jalen Williams
PF Chet Holmgren
C Jaylin Williams

Miami Heat

PG Davion Mitchell
SG Tyler Herro
SF Norman Powell
PF Andrew Wiggins
C Bam Adebayo

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat - Injury Report

Oklahoma City Thunder

• Isaiah Hartenstein- Out (calf)
• Nikola Topic- Out (Diagnosed with testicular cancer)
• Thomas Sorber- Out (ACL in his right knee)

Miami Heat

• Tyler Herro- Day-to-day (Toe/rib)
• Terry Rozier- Out (Immediate leave)

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Miami Heat - Game Prediction

With just Isaiah Hartenstein sidelined for this game, the Thunder, who have been inconsistent since the season began 24-1, may be in a strong position to cover. On the second night of a back-to-back, Miami might try to rest a few players, particularly because guard Tyler Herro has struggled with injuries during the 2025–26 campaign.

With an overall record of 18-2, the Thunder are a top home team this season. They will play the Heat on Sunday. Miami, on the other hand, has a short turnaround against the NBA's top team after losing badly to the Pacers, who have the worst record in the league, on Saturday. Now, they are ready to face each other.


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