Thunder vs. Grizzlies Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends and Best bets for April 26
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On Saturday, April 26, and the Oklahoma City Thunder (68-14) and Memphis Grizzlies (48-34) are all set to square off from FedExForum in Memphis.
While down 0-3 in the series, the Grizzlies have to find a way back without superstar Ja Morant, who was injured in game three.
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In game three, the Grizzlies were cruising. They were up 29 points at one point. After not scoring for over four minutes in the fourth quarter, the Thunder were able to take the lead and seal the deal. Mounting one of the largest playoff comebacks.
The Thunder are currently 32-8 on the road with a point differential of 13, while the Grizzlies have a 4-6 record in their last ten games at home.
We've got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on the how to catch tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game details & how to watch Thunder vs. Grizzlies live today
Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 3:30PM EST
Site: FedExForum
City: Memphis, TN
Network/Streaming: TNT
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Game odds for Thunder vs. Grizzlies
The latest odds as of Saturday:
Odds: Thunder (-1220), Grizzlies (+740)
Spread: Thunder -15.5
Over/Under: 223 points
That gives the Thunder an implied team point total of 118.66, and the Grizzlies 110.58.
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Expert picks & predictions for Saturday's Thunder vs. Grizzlies game
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for today's Thunder & Grizzlies game:
Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play on the Oklahoma City Thunder on the Moneyline.
Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a play ATS on the Memphis Grizzlies at +15.5.
Total: NBC Sports Bet is staying away from a play on the Game Total of 223.
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Important stats, trends & insights to know ahead of Thunder vs. Grizzlies on Saturday
The Thunder have won their last 5 games
11 of the Thunder's last 13 matchups with the Grizzlies have stayed under the Total
The Thunder are 7-3 against the spread in their last 10 games as a favorite
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Each of the Thunder's last 3 road games with the Grizzlies have stayed under the Total
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