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In this early season matchup, the Memphis Grizzlies (15-9) will host the Oklahoma City Thunder (11-13) in Memphis on Wednesday, December 7 at FedExForum. Still in the early part of the season, each of these teams will of course be searching for a win in this game as they look to set the tone for the rest of the year. The action starts at 7:00 PM CT, but you’re going to want to get your bets in now!
For context on Wednesday’s early-season showdown, how have the Grizzlies and the Thunder performed against each other in the past?
So far this season, these teams have competed against each other in one matchup and the Grizzlies beat the Thunder. In their most recent meeting on November 18, 2022, the score was 121-110 in favor of the Grizzlies. In that game, the Grizzlies had a 51.58% field goal percentage and a 35.9% three pointer percentage, whereas the Thunder had a 45.45% field goal percentage and shot 32.35% from the perimenter. Elsewhere on the stat sheet, Memphis totaled 57 rebounds and 26 assists while Oklahoma had 43 boards and 34 assists.
Betting Preview for the Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies NBA Game on December 7 2022
Where: FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee
When: Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Betting on the Oklahoma City Thunder
Record: 11-13 | Northwest Division Standing: 5
The Oklahoma City Thunder have experienced a varying degree of wins and losses lately and are in the last position in the division and 12th in the conference right now. In their previous game they defeated the Charlotte 49ers, 107-109, due to the solid efforts of George Hill and Darius Bazley. In that game, Hill generated 21 points (88.89 FG%) and Darius Bazley had 15 points (58.33 FG%) and 10 rebounds. Check out our analysis further down to learn how this performance has shaped their odds for the upcoming game versus Memphis on Wednesday.
Absences and Injuries
As far as inactive players go, the Thunder have zero injured players ruled out. Kenrich Williams (Knee) is listed as questionable.
Betting on the Memphis Grizzlies
Record: 15-9 | Southwest Division Standing: 2
The Memphis Grizzlies were beaten by the San Antonio Spurs in their most recent game on Wednesday, 119-131, in spite of the solid showing from JA Morant. Morant, who is listed as questionable for the next game, came up with 44 points (66.67 FG%), whereas Jonas Valanciunas chipped in 15 points (54.55 FG%) and 13 rebounds. The Grizzlies are currently in 3rd place in the conference. Make sure you review our odds assessment for Wednesday’s matchup below and consider how the squad’s recent performance could impact their meeting against Oklahoma.
Absences and Injuries
In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies are without Desmond Bane (Toe) and Danny Green (Knee). JA Morant (Ankle), John Konchar (Toe), Ziaire Williams (Knee), and Jake LaRavia (Foot) are questionable.
Thunder vs Grizzlies | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Memphis Grizzlies (-260) at FanDuel
The Memphis Grizzlies are considered the favorite per oddsmakers. The team has a winning percentage of 60% in the last 10 games (six wins and four losses) while the Oklahoma City Thunder have gotten 50% in the last 10 games (a record of five wins and five losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 232.5 Total Points (-110) at FanDuel
It is predicted that the total score for the game will be under 232.5.
The Memphis Grizzlies have registered 114.7 points an outing over their most recent 10 games. Alternatively, the Oklahoma City Thunder have logged an average of 118.0 points per game in the 10 games since November 16.
Spread Pick: Memphis Grizzlies -6.5 Points (-110) at FanDuel
The Memphis Grizzlies will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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