The OKC Thunder will visit the Phoenix Suns for Game 3 of their first-round playoff series, tipping off on Saturday. The Thunder hold a 2-0 lead.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has remained OKC’s leading scorer, averaging 31.0 points, 4.5 rebounds and 8.0 assists per game. Jalen Williams is recording 20.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg and 5.0 apg, but will be sidelined indefinitely with a hamstring sprain.
The Suns’ offense has been led by Dillon Brooks, who is averaging 24.0 ppg and 6.5 rpg. Devin Booker has also been a key contributor, recording 22.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg and 3.0 apg.
OKC Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns Game Details
Game 3 of the Suns-Thunder’s first-round NBA playoff series will tip off on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the action live on NBC. The game will take place at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix.
OKC Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns Odds
Moneyline: Suns (+310) vs. Thunder (-395)
Spread: Suns (+9.5) vs. Thunder (-9.5)
Total (O/U): Suns (o214.5) -110 vs. Thunder (u214.5) -110
Note: Odds are accurate at the time of writing but are subject to change closer to tipoff.
OKC Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns Preview
The Thunder come into Game 3 after grabbing two victories at home, winning 120-107 in Game 1 and 119-84 in Game 2. The Suns have struggled offensively, with the team recording 95.5 points through the first two games.
They will look to respond to the Thunder’s defense on this upcoming homestand. The Suns will need more from Booker, Brooks and Jalen Green to make this series interesting.
OKC Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns Injury Report
Suns
The Suns have three players on their injury report for Saturday’s game. Grayson Allen (hamstring) and Jordan Goodwin (calf) are listed as questionable. Mark Williams is out with a foot injury.
Thunder
The Thunder’s injury report for Game 3 also lists three players. Isaiah Joe is listed as doubtful due to personal reasons. Thomas Sorber (ACL) and Jalen Williams (hamstring) are out.
Thunder vs. Suns Starting Lineups
Suns
G: Devin Booker | G: Jalen Green | F: Jordan Goodwin | F: Dillon Brooks | C: Oso Ighodaro
Thunder
G: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | G: Luguentz Dort | F: Cason Wallace | F: Chet Holmgren | C: Isaiah Hartenstein
Thunder vs. Suns Prediction
The bookmakers have the Thunder as heavy favorites to win Game 3 against the Suns. Oklahoma City has been in control of the series through the first two games, winning by an average margin of 24 points.
Our prediction: The Thunder to win.
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