Memphis Grizzlies vs OKC Thunder Prediction and Betting Tips | Dec. 29, 2024

The OKC Thunder host the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday for their first encounter of the 2024-25 NBA season. The Thunder had swept the Grizzlies 3-0 in their 2023-24 season series.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs OKC Thunder game details and odds

The Grizzlies-Thunder matchup is scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.

Fans in and around Memphis can watch the game on FDSSE, while Oklahoma residents can catch it on FDSOK. The contest can also be live streamed on FuboTV or via NBA League Pass.

Moneyline: Grizzlies (+235) vs Thunder (-270)

Spread: Grizzlies (+7.5) vs Thunder (-7.5)

Total (O/U): -110 (o229.5) / -110 (u229.5)

Note: The odds could change before tipoff.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs OKC Thunder Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies are second in the Western Conference with a 22-10 record and have won eight of their last 10 games. They are riding a two-game winning streak after a 132-124 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the team's winning effort with 33 points, five rebounds, three assists, four steals and three blocks.

Meanwhile, the OKC Thunder lead the Western Conference with a 25-5 record. They are riding a 10-game winning streak after beating the Charlotte Hornets 106-94 on Saturday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led their victory charge with 22 points, four rebounds, six assists, two steals and a block.

For Sunday's game, both teams are injury-riddled and will be without a few key players. The Grizzlies will be without Ja Morant, GG Jackson, Marcus Smart, Vince Williams Jr., and Santi Aldama. Brandon Clarke is listed as questionable and his involvement will be a game-time decision.

Memphis is projected to deploy a starting lineup of Scotty Pippen (PG), Desmond Bane (SG), Jaylen Wells (SF), Jaren Jackson Jr. (PF) and Zach Edey (C).

Meanwhile, the Thunder will be without Chet Holmgren, Alex Caruso, Luguentz Dort, Branden Carlson, Nikola Topic, Cason Wallace, and Adam Flagler. Alex Ducas is listed as questionable.

Oklahoma City will likely use a starting lineup of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (PG), Isaiah Joe (SG), Aaron Wiggins (SF), Jalen Williams (PF) and Isaiah Hartenstein (C).

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Memphis Grizzlies vs OKC Thunder Betting Tips

Jaren Jackson Jr. is expected to record over 30.5 points + rebounds + assists in the upcoming matchup. He has crossed the mark in three previous games and is expected to continue thata on Sunday.

Meanwhile, Jalen Williams could record under 21.5 points in the game. He hasn't crossed the line in the past three games and has only gone over once in the past eight matchups.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs OKC Thunder Prediction

The Thunder are expected to clinch a convincing home victory against the Grizzlies on Sunday. The Grizzlies haven't been able to defeat the Thunder since 2022, so the Thunder look set to maintain their stride against Memphis in the upcoming game.