Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder 4-9-2023

Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder 4/9/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder 4/9/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

 

The Memphis Grizzlies will go against the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action in Paycom Center, OK, on Sunday, April 9, 2023, at 3:30 PM ET.

 

With a victory over the Bucks in their final contest, the Grizzlies recovered from their defeat to New Orleans.

 

They will look to maintain the momentum by defeating the Thunder, which would mark their second straight victory and fourth in their previous six games.

 

Memphis scores 117.1 points per contest on average. In their most recent game, they scored 137 points while making 57.6 percent of their field goals and 47.6% of their three-point attempts.

 

With 36 points and four rebounds, Jaren Jackson Jr. topped in scoring.

 

Desmond Bane contributed 16 points, eight rebounds, and six assists, and Luke Kennard ended with 19 points, four rebounds, and five assists.

 

Memphis had trouble playing defense, allowing 113 points per game. They need to play better if they want to win after giving up 114 points in their previous game.

 

Jake LaRavia (calf) and Santi Aldama (elbow) are doubtful for this match.

 

  • The Memphis Grizzlies are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 matches.
  • The total went OVER in 4 of Memphis’ last 6 matches.
  • The Memphis Grizzlies are 10-3 SU in their last 13 matches.

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Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Predictions 4/9/2023

 

With a victory over the Jazz in their most recent game, the Thunder ended a three-game losing run. With a victory versus the Grizzlies, which would be their second straight victory, they will want to maintain the momentum.

 

Oklahoma City scores 117.5 points per game on average. In their most recent game, they made 40.2 percent of their field goals and 33.3 percent of their three-point attempts, totaling 114 points.

 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 22 points, pulled down 7 rebounds, and handed out 7 assists to lead the Thunder.

 

Aaron Wiggins contributed 15 points, four rebounds, and three assists, while Josh Giddey ended with 17 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists. Defensively, Oklahoma City underperformed, allowing 116.6 points per game.

 

They conceded 98 points in their previous game, so they will need a similar performance to win this one.

 

This contest is no longer open to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (rest), Luguentz Dort (rest), Josh Giddey (rest), and Jalen Williams (rest). It is listed as doubtful for Aleksej Pokusevski (Knee).

 

  • The Oklahoma City Thunder is 1-8 ATS in their last 9 matches.
  • The Oklahoma City Thunder is 3-6 SU in their last 9 matches.
  • The total went OVER in 6 of Oklahoma City’s last 9 matches against Memphis.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder. The NBA pick for this game is the Memphis Grizzlies. Three of the Grizzlies’ past five games ended in victories, including three of their last five on the road.

 

They are generating more than 125 points per game on average while making more than 51% of their shots in their last three games, demonstrating strong offensive play.

 

They are quite competitive on the offensive glass, which will increase their chances of scoring. They recently reduced their turnover rate as well, and they won’t provide the Thunder with many chances for easy baskets.

 

Expect the Thunder to struggle in this game to slow down the Grizzlies because of their poor defensive play, which was worse recently as they gave up more than 120 points per game.

 

At home, where they are averaging more than 120 points per game, 

 

they displayed strong offensive performance. But, they were reckless with the ball at home, which will give the Grizzlies, who average more than seven steals per game on the road, easy scoring opportunities.

 

Their rebounding was strong, keeping them in this game.

 

Although the Grizzlies’ defense isn’t very strong on the road, Oklahoma City won’t put much of a strain on them because they’ll be resting their starters in preparation for the play-in tournament.

 

As a result, count on them to contain Oklahoma City’s offense. The pick to cover the spread is Memphis. The Memphis Grizzlies will win to a predicted score of 118-114.

 

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Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder 4/9/2023 Picks Predictions Previews

NBA Starting Time: 3:30 PM ET

 

Location: Paycom Center, OK

 

Date: Sunday, April 9, 2023

 

TV: BSOK

 

NBA Odds: Memphis Grizzlies -2

 

NBA Totals: 230.5

 

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