Oklahoma City Thunder will be looking to better their already strong campaign as they clash against the Phoenix Suns. With a 39-9 win-loss record, the Thunder will be eyeing a fifth consecutive victory over the Suns. On the contrary, the Suns, although struggling, still have the opportunity to push for the automatic playoff qualification. With 25 wins and 24 losses, the Suns badly need a victory to put them back on track.
Thus, with the game expected to be a banger, here are the predictions, injury updates, and the probable starting lineups.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns: Prediction
The Oklahoma City Thunder is looking like a championship contender this season. Squaring off against the Milwaukee Bucks recently, the Thunder put on a stupendous show. Dominating the game throughout, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and co. reigned supreme 125-96 at the Paycom Center. This was also a sweet revenge for the Thunder as they lost the 2024 NBA Cup to the Bucks via an 81-97 scoreline back in December.
SHAI HITS THE CLUTCH AND ONE AND FINISHES WITH 28/6/4
— 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒆 🌩 (@Three_Cone) April 22, 2024
CHET HOLMGREN DEBUTS IN THE PLAYOFFS WITH 15/11/2 AND 5 BLOCKS
J DUB TAKES OVER IN HIS DEBUT WITH 19/7/4
CASON CLAMPS UP FOR THE WIN
LU ACTIVATES THE DORTURE CHAMBER
THE OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER GO UP 1-0 pic.twitter.com/pfJEogrlK5
On the contrary, things are getting significantly gloomy for the Phoenix Suns. Going up against the Portland Trail Blazers, the Suns suffered a tantalizing overtime defeat with a score of 121-119. This makes the Suns 1-3 in their last four games, a significant cause of concern for the team. Thus, with both the teams looking for the victory, the game looks to be a cliffhanger.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns: Probable Starting Lineups
The probable starting lineups for the two teams are as follows:
Oklahoma City Thunder
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- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Aaron Wiggins
- Luguentz Dort
- Isaiah Hartenstein
- Jaylin Williams
Phoenix Suns
- Devin Booker
- Kevin Durant
- Tyus Jones
- Ryan Dunn
- Nick Richards
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Phoenix Suns: Injury Updates
In terms of injuries, the Oklahoma City Thunder has a long list of players. Chet Holmgren(hip), Nikola Topic(knee), Ajay Mitchell(foot), Alex Caruso(ankle), and Jalen Williams(wrist) have made the list. Cason Wallace too, is dealing with a shoulder injury that will be closely monitored.
BREAKING: Devin Booker is now the Phoenix Suns all-time leading scorer. pic.twitter.com/SHt8NWW9OG
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Thankfully, the Phoenix Suns do not have any significant injury issues. Thus, they will be looking to make the most out of the game.
