Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies Game 3 Prediction – 4/24/2025

With the Oklahoma City Thunder holding a commanding 2-0 lead over the Memphis Grizzlies, Game 3 of their first-round playoff series shifts to FedExForum on Thursday, April 24, 2025. The Thunder have showcased dominance throughout the series, while the Grizzlies aim to leverage their home court to mount a comeback.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Memphis Grizzlies Game 3 Preview

The Thunder have been firing on all cylinders, led by MVP frontrunner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. In Game 2, they secured a 118-99 victory, with Gilgeous-Alexander contributing significantly. His season averages of 32.9 points, 6.3 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game underscore his pivotal role. Complementing him, Jalen Williams adds 21.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, while rookie Chet Holmgren provides a strong presence inside.

Defensively, Oklahoma City has been stifling, allowing just 104.6 points per game, the best in the league. Their ability to force turnovers and limit opponents' shooting percentages has been instrumental in their success.

On the other side, the Grizzlies face challenges going into Game 3. The team has struggled defensively, allowing over 115 points in consecutive games to the top seed in the Western Conference. If the Grizzlies cannot get right on the defensive end of the floor in Game 3 at home, their season could effectively be over heading into the fourth game of this series. Memphis' offense also needs to step up, having failed to reach 100 points in each of their first two games in this series.

Betting Insights

• Spread: Thunder -8.5
• Moneyline: Thunder -425, Grizzlies +320
• Over/Under: 226.5

Oklahoma City has been reliable against the spread, especially on the road, while Memphis has struggled to cover so far in this series. While that could change with the series shifting to Memphis, the Grizzlies need to play better basketball for that to happen.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies Game 3 Prediction

Predicted Final Score: Oklahoma City Thunder 124.94, Memphis Grizzlies 111.91

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies Game 3 Win Probabilities

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