Oklahoma City Blue host Mexico City Capitanes in an important NBA G League 2025–26 regular-season game on 29 December at the Paycom Center. The Blue are coming off a morale-boosting win, while the Capitanes have already beaten them twice this season.
Below is a simple, easy-to-read preview with team form, lineups, key stats, and the final match prediction.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Oklahoma City Blue vs Mexico City Capitanes |
| Tournament | NBA G League 2025–26 |
| Date & Time | 29 December 2025, 11:30 PM & Local Time 12:00 pm (noon) |
| Venue | Paycom Center |
| Live Streaming | AI Score App |
Match Preview
- Oklahoma City are averaging 102.3 points per game
- Mexico City score 109.3 points per game this season
- Capitanes lead the season series 2–0 (Showcase Cup)
- Blue recently ended an eight-game losing streak
Current Standings (Western Conference)
| Team | Record | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City Capitanes | 1–2 | 12th |
| Oklahoma City Blue | 1–2 | 13th |
Oklahoma City Blue – Team Preview
Oklahoma City Blue finally found some relief with a dramatic 124–123 overtime win against South Bay Lakers. This victory snapped an eight-game losing streak across competitions and gave the team confidence heading into this matchup.
Last Match Highlights:
- Chris Youngblood: 32 points, 9 rebounds, clutch game-tying three
- Zack Austin: 23 points on efficient shooting
- Zhaire Smith: 24 points off the bench
Team Performance (Season):
| Category | Average |
|---|---|
| Points | 102.3 |
| Rebounds | 17.7 |
| Assists | 8.3 |
| FG % | 44% |
| 3PT % | 34% |
Defensively, the Blue were active with 12 steals and 10 blocks, but consistency remains a concern.
Mexico City Capitanes – Team Preview
Mexico City Capitanes arrive after a narrow 105–109 loss to Austin Spurs. Despite the defeat, their balanced scoring and strong ball movement stood out.
Last Match Highlights:
- RJ Melendez: 18 points
- Wade Taylor IV: 15 points off the bench
- James Bouknight: 14 points
Eight Capitanes players scored in double figures, showing strong depth.
Team Performance (Season):
| Category | Average |
|---|---|
| Points | 109.3 |
| FG % | 45.3% |
| 3PT % | 32% |
| Steals | 11 (last match) |
Mexico City have beaten Oklahoma City twice already this season, giving them a clear mental edge.
Probable Starting Lineups
Oklahoma City Blue
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| PG | Javonte Gortman |
| SG | Chris Youngblood |
| SF | Zack Austin |
| PF | Brooks Barnhizer |
| C | Viktor Lakhin |
Mexico City Capitanes
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| PG | Boo Buie |
| SG | Ahmad Caver |
| SF | James Bouknight |
| PF | Anderson Garcia |
| C | Freddie Haase |
Head-to-Head Record
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Last 5 Meetings | Capitanes 3 – Blue 2 |
| Avg Match Points | 203.6 |
| Avg Capitanes Points | 104.0 |
| Avg Blue Points | 99.6 |
Key Player Stats Comparison
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooks Barnhizer (OKC) | 18.3 | 7.8 | 5.3 |
| James Bouknight (MEX) | 20.4 | 5.0 | 3.0 |
Match Analysis & Tip
- Capitanes move the ball better and score more easily
- Oklahoma City rely heavily on individual performances
- Mexico City’s depth helps them control close games
- If Capitanes maintain shooting efficiency, they should dominate again
Final Match Prediction
Mexico City Capitanes to Win
With better scoring depth, ball movement, and a strong head-to-head record, Mexico City Capitanes are favourites to win once again.
