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Thunder vs. Grizzlies Player Props, Odds & Predictions – Monday, Dec 18

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For your Thunder vs. Grizzlies predictions needs, we’ve got you covered as the Grizzlies hit the road to face the Thunder on Monday, Dec 18 at 8:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 228.5, with the Thunder favored by 10.5 at home. Keep reading to get our Thunder vs. Grizzlies player props and predictions.

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Odds

  • Spread: Thunder -10.5
  • Total 228.5

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Game Info

  • Date: Monday, Dec 18
  • Time: 8:00 ET
  • Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City OK
  • TV: BSO

Grizzlies Betting Trends

  • Over their last five games, the Grizzlies have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
  • When looking at their past three road matchups, Memphis has an ATS record of 2-1 while averaging 109 per game. The team went 1-2 overall in these games.
  • The last five games that Memphis was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 1-4 while going 0-5 straight up.

Thunder Betting Trends

  • In their last five games, the Thunder have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
  • In their last five home games, Oklahoma City has averaged 114 points per game while allowing 116. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-3 while going 3-2.
  • Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the favorite, the Thunder have a straight up record of 8-2. Their record vs the spread in these games was 7-3.

Can the Memphis Offense Score Enough on the Road?

As they prepare to take on the Thunder, the Grizzlies are 6-18 overall and are looking to snap their four-game losing streak. In the Western Conference, the Grizzlies are currently 13th and are 4th in the Southwest division.

The Grizzlies offense is coming off a game where they scored 96 points against the Rockets. They posted a field goal percentage of 40.2% and connected on 11 threes. The team’s top scorer is Desmond Bane, who enters today’s matchup with an average of 24.9, while Jaren Jackson Jr. also carries a PPG average of 21.8 into the game.

At present, the Grizzlies’ defense is ranked 11th, allowing 112.3 points per game.

So far this season, the Grizzlies’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 6th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.6 times per game vs. Memphis.

Can The Thunder Secure a Home Victory?

In their last five games, the Thunder are 3-2 and have an overall record of 16-8. When playing at home, the Thunder are 8-4 compared to their 8-4 record on the road.

In their latest game, the Thunder offense put up 118 points against the Nuggets. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 51.2% and made 7 threes. The team’s scoring leader is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who holds an average of 30.7 as they head into today’s matchup. Additionally, Chet Holmgren is averaging 16.9 points per game this season.

Currently, the Thunder’s defense holds the 13th rank in the NBA, allowing 113.6 points per game.

When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Thunder squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 51.0% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 35.7% from downtown.

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Player Prop

A player prop we are looking at is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his points prop of 30.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -125 while the under is at -109. In his matchup vs. the Thunder, we are recommending to take the under on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his prop of 30.5 points. Our player projection model has him falling short of his prop with a projected 24.

  • The Prop: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Under 30.5 Points (-109)

Thunder vs. Grizzlies Predictions

We’re calling a win for the Thunder, with a final score of 112-99, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Thunder at -10.5.

Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 228.5, and our model predicts the Grizzlies and Thunder to score a combined 211 points. We recommend betting on the under.

The Pick: Thunder -10.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook