
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
| 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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