Thunder vs. Grizzlies Game 2 Odds, Picks and Prediction – April 22, 2025
The Oklahoma City Thunder and Memphis Grizzlies are set to face off in Game 2 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM ET at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The Thunder lead the series 1–0 after a commanding 131–80 victory in Game 1.
Game 1 Recap: Thunder's Dominant Performance
In Game 1, the Thunder showcased their dominance with a 51-point victory, marking the largest margin in NBA playoff history. Oklahoma City led by 32 points at halftime and extended the lead to 51 by the end of the third quarter. Aaron Wiggins led the team with 21 points off the bench, Jalen Williams added 20 points and six assists, and Chet Holmgren contributed 19 points and 19 rebounds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a modest 15 points on 4-of-13 shooting. The Thunder shot 50% from the field and 35% from three-point range, while forcing 24 turnovers from the Grizzlies.
The Grizzlies struggled offensively, shooting just 34% from the field and 17.6% from beyond the arc. Ja Morant and Marvin Bagley III each scored 17 points, but no other player reached double figures. Desmond Bane managed only nine points on 3-of-12 shooting, and Jaren Jackson Jr. contributed just four points on 2-of-13 shooting.
Injury Updates
Oklahoma City Thunder:
Ousmane Dieng remains out with a calf injury.
Nikola Topic is out for the season with a torn ACL.
Memphis Grizzlies:
Jaylen Wells (F): Wells is out for the remainder of the season due to a broken right wrist and a concussion sustained during a game against the Charlotte Hornets on April 8. He has been discharged from the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.
Zyon Pullin (G): Pullin is listed as out with a knee injury.
Brandon Clarke (PF): Clarke is out for the season after receiving an orthobiologic injection in his right knee. He is expected to make a full recovery prior to the 2025–26 regular season.
Betting Odds
Spread: Thunder -14.5
Moneyline: Thunder -1053, Grizzlies +675
Over/Under: 229 points
Key Matchups
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander vs. Ja Morant:
Gilgeous-Alexander had a quiet Game 1, scoring 15 points. Morant led the Grizzlies with 17 points but struggled with efficiency. Both players are expected to elevate their performances in Game 2.
Chet Holmgren vs. Jaren Jackson Jr.:
Holmgren's 19 points and 19 rebounds were pivotal in Game 1. Jackson Jr. will need to improve upon his four-point performance to counter Holmgren's impact.
Prediction
Given the Thunder's dominant performance in Game 1 and the Grizzlies' ongoing injury concerns, Oklahoma City is favored to win Game 2. Expect the Thunder to maintain their momentum and take a 2–0 series lead.
Final Score Prediction: Thunder 124, Grizzlies 109
