Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies First Round Game 1 Predictions, Odds, Bets & Stats – 04/20/2025

On Sunday, 04/20, the Oklahoma City Thunder (68-14) will host the Memphis Grizzlies (48-34) in Game 1 of the First Round of the NBA Playoffs. The Thunder reigned as the first seed in the West, while the Grizzlies earned the 8th seed during the play-in tournament. Will the underdog Grizzlies stand any chance against the relentless Thunder? Read through the preview, total predictions, and player props here.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies Match Prediction

The Thunder enters as the overwhelming favorites here. Meanwhile, Memphis is in further trouble due to Morant’s injury troubles. Their defense has too many holes, and the Thunder knows how to make them pay for it. Thus, it won’t be a surprise if they end up with a 12+ points win here. This may set the template for the rest of the series as OKC will be expected to sweep.

Safe Spread Pick: Grizzlies -12.5 for -110 at BetMGM

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!