So far Anthony Davis is having the best season of his decorated pro career, and LeBron James is inexplicably good for a 22-year veteran. They go against the best defense in the sport.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are spending $11,583,913 per win while the Los Angeles Lakers are spending $17,265,610 per win Here's a look at the lay of the land in each of the six groups as the tourney presses on. The Lakers' most iconic coach will soon be immortalized with a statue outside the team's home arena.

The Oklahoma City Thunder will battle the Los Angeles Lakers in some NBA Cup action. It will be an Emirates Cup showdown in Southern California as we share our NBA odds series and make a Thunder-Lakers prediction and pick.