DraftKings. In a very similar way we saw last series with Dillon Brooks, the Suns are very OK with Marcus Smart in a high usage role - in fact, their coverages are almost designed for it. The Thunder’s defense is predicated on stopping Austin Reaves and LeBron James pick-and-roll action, forcing them to kick to secondary playmakers, in this case Smart. The veteran guard is not shy with the ball, and has put up 28 shots and accrued 16 potential assists in two games, each with a 23%+ usage rate. He’s also needed on the floor to check Shai Gilgeous-Alexander defensively. So while it might not be pretty, nor efficient, I do expect Smart to get enough volume tonight.

DraftKings. Without Jalen Williams available, Ajay Mitchell has seamlessly filled the void for the Thunder on the perimeter as the complementary playmaker to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The second-year pro has cleared this line in three of four games without Williams in these playoffs, only missing in Game 3 against the Suns due to a 5/20 shooting performance. But the touches, shot volume and usage are all there - the latter has been at 25% or better in each of the last four games. The Lakers lack perimeter defenders in general, and Mitchell has taken advantage of the soft coverages thrown his way.