The Memphis Grizzlies (16-21) are 5.5-point underdogs against the Oklahoma City Thunder (31-7) at FedExForum on Friday, January 9, 2026. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on FDSSE, FDSOK, NBA TV, and WMC-TV.
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Thunder vs. Grizzlies Predictions for Friday
Our computer model for this matchup expects a final result of Thunder 119, Grizzlies 111.
- Moneyline Pick: Thunder (-209)
- Total Pick: Over 229.5 (computer predicts 230.7 points)
- Pick ATS: Thunder (-5.5)
Recent Thunder vs. Grizzlies Matchups
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Thunder | -15.5 | 233.5 | -1235 | +755 | 119-103 OKC |
| 11/9/2025 | Thunder | -10.5 | 231.5 | -529 | +393 | 114-100 OKC |
| 4/26/2025 | Thunder | -15.5 | 224 | -1250 | +755 | 117-115 OKC |
| 4/24/2025 | Thunder | -9.5 | 229.5 | -459 | +352 | 114-108 OKC |
| 4/22/2025 | Thunder | -14.5 | 230 | -1163 | +720 | 118-99 OKC |
| 4/20/2025 | Thunder | -13.5 | 229.5 | -952 | +623 | 131-80 OKC |
| 3/27/2025 | Thunder | -11 | 237.5 | -559 | +412 | 125-104 OKC |
| 3/5/2025 | Thunder | -7 | 253.5 | -284 | +230 | 120-103 OKC |
| 2/8/2025 | Thunder | -1.5 | 244.5 | -120 | +101 | 125-112 OKC |
| 12/29/2024 | Thunder | -8.5 | 234 | -309 | +249 | 130-106 OKC |
Thunder 2025-26 Betting Trends
- Oklahoma City is 19-19-0 against the spread this season.
- The Thunder have a 19-18 record against the spread when favored by 5.5 points or more this season.
- Oklahoma City's games have gone over the point total in 19 out of 37 opportunities (51.4%).
- The Thunder have entered the game as favorites 38 times this season and won 31, or 81.6%, of those games.
- This season, Oklahoma City has won 31 of its 37 games, or 83.8%, when favored by at least -209 on the moneyline.
Grizzlies 2025-26 Betting Trends
- Memphis' ATS record is 16-21-0 this season.
- The Grizzlies have a 5-11 record against the spread when an underdog by 5.5 points or more this year.
- A total of 14 of Memphis' 37 games with a set total have hit the over (37.8%).
- The Grizzlies have won 26.1% of the games this season they were the moneyline underdog (6-17).
- When playing as a moneyline underdog with odds of +173 or longer, Memphis has a record of 4-11 (26.7%).
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Thunder vs. Grizzlies Injury Report
Thunder
Thunder:
Chet Holmgren: Out (Leg),
Jaylin Williams: Out (Heel),
Alex Caruso: Questionable (Back),
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Out (Ankle),
Isaiah Hartenstein: Out (Calf),
Cason Wallace: Out (Toe),
Thomas Sorber: Out For Season (Knee),
Nikola Topic: Out (Groin)
Grizzlies
Grizzlies:
John Konchar: Day-To-Day (Thumb),
Ja Morant: Out (Calf),
Vince Williams: Questionable (Knee),
Cedric Coward: Questionable (Ankle),
Scotty Pippen Jr.: Out (Toe),
Ty Jerome: Out (Calf),
Brandon Clarke: Out (Calf),
Zach Edey: Out (Ankle)
Thunder vs. Grizzlies Game Time and TV Channel
- Game day: Friday, January 9, 2026
- Game time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV channel: FDSSE, FDSOK, NBA TV, and WMC-TV
- Location: Memphis, Tennessee
- Arena: FedExForum
- Live stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
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