The Phoenix Suns (43-30) take on the Oklahoma City Thunder'(50-22) Friday with tip-off from Paycom Center set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Suns vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Thunder lead 2-0
The Suns have won 4 of 5 after a 104-97 W in Denver Wednesday as 5.5-point dogs. F Kevin Durant had 30 points and 13 boards while going 3-for-4 from long range. They’ve jumped up to 7th place in the West and trail the Dallas Mavericks by a half-game to get out of the play-in tournament.
The Thunder dropped their 2nd in 3 games Wednesday with a 132-126 setback against the Houston Rockets as 4.5-point favorites. Superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sat out with a sore quad, and he’s doubtful for this one. G Josh Giddey busted out with 31 points, 7 boards and 4 assists.