Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction & Picks - NBA

Prediction published on 4/22/25, 4:07 AM  by Tyler Doty | Modified on 4/22/25 at 4:13 AM in NBA Picks

The Thunder host the Grizzlies at the Paycom Center for Game 2 of the first round of the Western playoffs. OKC struck hard at the start of the playoffs, inflicting historic humiliation on Memphis in Game 1, 131-80. A victory by a 51-point margin! The Thunder continued the momentum of their exceptional regular season, which ended with a remarkable 68 wins to just 14 losses, setting a new franchise record in the process. Guided by a sparkling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a serious contender for the MVP award, the team dominated the Western Conference and is clearly one of the favorites for this year's title.

The Grizzlies, on the other hand, have been dealt a slap in the face from which they will find it hard to recover. With 19 defeats out of their last 33 games, their momentum is clearly worrying. In this context, Ja Morant's teammates have no right to doubt. An immediate reaction is essential if they are to avoid sinking permanently against a Thunder in full confidence. A surprise victory in Game 2 could totally change the course of this series.