Thunder vs Grizzlies Game 1 Odds, Best Picks & Player Props for NBA Playoffs
The OKC Thunder (68-14) host the Memphis Grizzlies (48-34) in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series at the Paycom Center on Sunday, April 20, at 1:10 pm ET.
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The Thunder dominated the regular-season series, going 4-0 with an average margin of victory of 18.75 points. OKC covered the spread in all four meetings.
Memphis enters following a 120-106 play-in victory over Dallas, led by Jaren Jackson Jr. (24 points), Ja Morant (22), and Desmond Bane (22). The Thunder's key players have been resting since last Sunday.
Key Stats:
- Thunder: NBA-best 53-26-4 ATS record
- Grizzlies: 41-40-1 ATS record
- Spread: Thunder -13.5
- Moneyline: Thunder -1000, Grizzlies +650
Notable Player Performance:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 36.3 PPG against Memphis this season
- Ja Morant averaged 20 PPG in two meetings with OKC
- Zach Edey is averaging 15.7 RPG in his last six games
Top Betting Picks:
- OKC Thunder -13.5 (-105): Strong regular season record and historical dominance against Memphis
- SGA over 32.5 points (-120): Consistent 30+ point performances against Grizzlies
- Edey over 11.5 rebounds (-105): Recent surge in minutes and rebounding production
The Thunder's superior offensive firepower, led by MVP favorite Gilgeous-Alexander, combined with their dominant head-to-head record, suggests a comfortable Game 1 victory at home.