Thunder vs. Grizzlies Game 3 prediction, how to watch, TV channel, odds - April 24

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Game 3 prediction, how to watch, TV channel, odds - April 24

Updated Apr. 24, 2025 9:22 p.m. ET
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In Game 3 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder will play the Memphis Grizzlies. Thursday's game between the Thunder and the Grizzlies sees the Thunder as a solid, 9.5-point favorite. The over/under for the matchup is 229.

Take a look at everything you need to know to know about the Thunder-Grizzlies game, from the point spread, moneyline, total Over/Under and expert picks, as well as TV channel and streaming information.

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Game Information, TV Channel & Odds

  • When: Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. ET
  • Where: FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee
  • TV: TNT, FDSSE, and FDSOK
Thunder vs Grizzlies Betting Information
Favorite Spread Favorite Spread Odds Underdog Spread Odds Total Over Total Odds Under Total Odds Favorite Moneyline Underdog Moneyline
Thunder -9.5 -110 -110 229 -110 -110 -455 +350

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Prediction

ATS Pick: Grizzlies (+ 9.5)
O/U Pick: Over (229)
Score Prediction: Thunder 121 - Grizzlies 112

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Betting Insights

  • Out of 82 games so far this year, the Thunder have had 41 with over 229 points scored, their current matchup's point total.
  • This year, 58 of the Grizzlies' 82 total matchups have gone over 229 total points scored.
  • The Thunder and Grizzlies average 13.2 more points between them than the over/under of 229 for this matchup.
  • Opponents of these teams have averaged a combined 224.5 points per game, 4.5 fewer than the over/under in this game.
  • Oklahoma City has been the favorite in 78 games this season and has come away with the win 65 times (83.3%) in those contests.
  • Memphis has been chosen as underdogs in 30 games this year and has walked away with the win nine times (30%) in those games.
  • After the last six head-to-head matchups, Oklahoma City has a 6-0 record against Memphis.
  • The Thunder also have a 6-0 record against the spread when playing the Grizzlies.
  • The Thunder have covered in four straight games against the spread, and they were favored in all of them.

Thunder Recent Trends

  • The Thunder are 8-2 against the spread and 8-2 overall over their last 10 contests.
  • Oklahoma City and its opponents have combined to score an average of 229.3 points in its last 10 games, 0.3 more than the 229 over/under in this matchup.
  • The Thunder have played 82 games, with 53 wins against the spread.
  • So far this season, Oklahoma City has been installed as favorites by a 9.5-point margin or more 40 times and are 25-12-3 ATS in those contests.
  • The Thunder have eclipsed the over/under in 54.9% of their opportunities this year (45 times over 82 games with a set point total).
  • The Thunder score only 3.6 more points per game (120.5) than the Grizzlies allow (116.9).
  • Oklahoma City has a 38-12-1 record against the spread and a 46-5 record overall when putting up more than 116.9 points.
  • The Thunder are shooting 48.2% from the field this season, 2.6 percentage points higher than the 45.6% the Grizzlies allow to opponents.
  • Against the spread, the Thunder have performed better when playing at home, covering 28 times in 42 home games, and 25 times in 40 road games.
  • Oklahoma City has exceeded the total more consistently when playing at home, hitting the over in 25 of 42 home matchups (59.5%). In road games, it has hit the over in 20 of 40 games (50%).
  • As a moneyline favorite, the Thunder have won a higher percentage of their games when playing at home (.854) compared to road games (.811).

Thunder Recent Stats

Stat Average Rank
Points Scored 120.5 4
Points Allowed 107.6 3
Rebounds 44.8 11
Assists 26.9 12
Steals 10.3 1
Blocks 5.7 2

Thunder Leaders

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander averages 32.7 points, 6.4 assists and 5 rebounds per game.
  • Jalen Williams puts up 21.6 points, 5.1 assists and 5.3 boards per contest.
  • Isaiah Hartenstein averages 11.2 points, 10.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game, shooting 58.1% from the floor.
  • Aaron Wiggins posts 12 points, 3.9 boards and 1.8 assists per contest, shooting 48.8% from the floor and 38.3% from beyond the arc with 1.7 made treys per game.
  • Luguentz Dort averages 10.1 points, 4.1 boards and 1.6 assists per game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 41.2% from downtown with 2.4 made 3-pointers per game.

Thunder Player Props

Points O/U Points Over Odds PPG (Reg. Season)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 31.5 -125 32.7
Jalen Williams 21.5 -115 21.6
Chet Holmgren 16.5 -105 15.0
Isaiah Hartenstein 10.5 +110 11.2
Luguentz Dort 9.5 -110 10.1

Grizzlies Recent Trends

  • The Grizzlies are 3-7 against the spread and 4-6 overall in their last 10 contests.
  • Memphis and its opponents have combined to score an average of 233.6 combined points over its last 10 games, 4.6 more than the 229 over/under in this matchup.
  • Against the spread, the Grizzlies are 41-41-0 this season.
  • Memphis has yet to cover the spread this year when underdogs by 9.5 points or more.
  • Grizzlies games this year have gone over the total in 46 of 82 opportunities (56.1%).
  • The Grizzlies average 14.1 more points per game (121.7) than the Thunder give up (107.6).
  • When it scores more than 107.6 points, Memphis is 40-31 against the spread and 45-26 overall.
  • The Grizzlies are shooting 47.9% from the field, 4.3% higher than the 43.6% the Thunder's opponents have shot this season.
  • This season, the Grizzlies are 20-21-0 at home against the spread (.488 winning percentage). Away, they are 21-20-0 ATS (.512).
  • In terms of the over/under, Memphis' games have gone over 21 of 41 times at home (51.2%), and 25 of 41 away (61%).
  • The Grizzlies' winning percentage at home as moneyline favorites is .719 (23-9), and on the road it is .800 (16-4).

Grizzlies Recent Stats

Stat Average Rank
Points Scored 121.7 2
Points Allowed 116.9 24
Rebounds 47.3 2
Assists 28.4 8
Steals 8.9 6
Blocks 5.6 3

Grizzlies Leaders

  • Jaren Jackson Jr. is putting up 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2 assists per game. He's also sinking 48.8% of his shots from the field and 37.5% from 3-point range, with 2 triples per contest.
  • On a per-game basis, Desmond Bane gets the Grizzlies 19.2 points, 6.1 rebounds and 5.3 assists. He also averages 1.2 steals and 0.4 blocked shots.
  • The Grizzlies are getting 23.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 7.3 assists per game from Ja Morant this year.
  • The Grizzlies are receiving 9.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game from Scotty Pippen Jr. this season.
  • Santi Aldama gives the Grizzlies 12.5 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.9 assists per contest while delivering 0.8 steals and 0.4 blocked shots.

Grizzlies Player Props

Points O/U Points Over Odds PPG (Reg. Season)
Ja Morant 25.5 -110 23.2
Desmond Bane 20.5 -115 19.2
Jaren Jackson Jr. 19.5 -105 22.2
Scotty Pippen Jr. 11.5 -105 9.9
Santi Aldama 10.5 -120 12.5

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