Miami Heat vs Oklahoma City Thunder Head-to-Head

Thunder built their historical edge pre-1996, winning 13 of 16 decided meetings (81%). In the modern era they are 33-32 against each other (51% Thunder). They have met in 1 NBA Finals. Games average a 10.9-point winning margin, with the largest decided blowout coming via Thunder's 32-point win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Thunder hold a 11-9 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2010s produced the deepest sample with 24 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series and the era that anchors most of its statistical character. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1988, so the rivalry has now spanned 38 seasons of league history. Most recent result: Heat won 122-120 on Jan 17, 2026. Through the 2020s Heat have led 8-6 between the teams.