- Get expert betting predictions and analysis for Grizzlies vs. Thunder.
- The Thunder are 14.5-point favorites for Game 2.
Fresh off a lopsided affair in Sunday’s Game 1, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Memphis Grizzlies will meet at 7:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday at the Paycom Center on TNT.
Will Game 2 be more competitive than the opener? The Thunder crushed the Grizzlies for a 131-80 win, but it was a tough travel spot for the visitors. Memphis was coming off a play-in victory on Friday, while Oklahoma City had over a week off.
Here’s a look at the latest NBA odds for the Grizzlies vs. Thunder and my prediction ahead of Tuesday’s Game 2:
Grizzlies vs. Thunder Odds: Game 2
- Grizzlies spread: +14.5
- Thunder spread: -14.5
- Total: 228.5
Grizzlies vs. Thunder Prediction: Game 2 Best Bet
Based on the updated NBA betting lines, I like the over on Jalen Williams’ assist prop (4.5) in Game 2 against the Grizzlies. I’m also interested in a same-game parlay of Williams’ assist prop and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 30-plus points after he was held to 15 on Sunday.
Williams cleared 4.5 assists in the first half of Sunday’s 51-point win. He finished with six assists in 26 minutes. He also had 10 potential assists, per the NBA’s tracking data.
That gives me complete confidence in Williams’ ability to record five-plus assists if Tuesday’s Game 2 is remotely competitive. Williams averaged 5.1 assists per game during the regular season.
Oklahoma City won’t make a deep playoff run without Williams stepping up as the team’s No. 2 option, but I think he’s ready for the moment. At the very least, an up-tempo matchup against the Grizzlies should give him plenty of confidence.
I’d play this over at -130 or better.
Game 2 prediction: Jalen Williams over 4.5 assists (-120)
Grizzlies vs. Thunder Series Schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Sunday, April 20 | 1 p.m. ET | ABC |
| Game 2 | Tuesday, April 22 | 7:30 p.m. ET | TNT |
| Game 3 | Thursday, April 24 | 9:30 p.m. ET | TNT |
| Game 4 | Saturday, April 26 | 3:30 p.m. ET | TNT |
| Game 5 | Monday, April 28 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 6 | Thursday, May 1 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 7 | Saturday, May 3 | TBD | TBD |
Grizzlies vs. Thunder Series History
| Date | Home | Result | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 20 | OKC | OKC 131, MEM 80 | OKC -13 | Under 232 |
| March 27 | OKC | OKC 125, MEM 104 | OKC -10.5 | Under 237 |
| March 5 | MEM | OKC 120, MEM 103 | OKC -7 | Under 253 |
| Feb. 8 | MEM | OKC 125, MEM 112 | OKC -1.5 | Under 244 |
| Dec. 29 | OKC | OKC 130, MEM 106 | OKC -8 | Push 236 |
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When Was the Last Time the Grizzlies Won a Playoff Series?
The Grizzlies last won a playoff series in 2022, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in the opening round. Memphis was eliminated in the first round in 2023.
When Was the Last Time the Thunder Won a Playoff Series?
The Thunder won a playoff series in 2024, earning a 4-0 sweep of the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round. The Thunder haven’t advanced past the second round since 2016.
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