Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/9

The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to play against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on January 9, 2026. The Thunder have a strong start to the season with a 31-7 record. They are at the top of the Western Conference and the Northwest Division. The team is coming off a win against the Utah Jazz.

On the other hand, the Memphis Grizzlies have a 16-21 record. They are ranked 10th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Southwest Division. The Grizzlies are looking to bounce back after a loss to the Phoenix Suns. Both teams are ready to give their best in this game.

Thunder vs Grizzlies Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Memphis Grizzlies
  • Venue: FedExForum
  • Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
  • Thunder Spread: -4.5 (-109)
  • Grizzlies Spread: +4.5 (-112)
  • Thunder MoneyLine: -179
  • Grizzlies MoneyLine: +150
  • Over/Under: 230 (-110)

Oklahoma City Thunder Team Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder head into their next game with a mix of recent highs and lows. They won against the Utah Jazz 129-125, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scoring 46 points. However, they lost to the Charlotte Hornets by 27 points, which was a tough game for the team.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a key player for the Thunder. He averages 31.9 points per game, but he is currently out with an ankle injury. Chet Holmgren, another vital player, is out due to shin soreness, which could impact their performance.

Oklahoma City is strong on defense, allowing only 108.1 points per game, the lowest in the league. They have some struggles with three-point defense, allowing many attempts and makes. With several players out, others like Ajay Mitchell and Jalen Williams need to step up in the upcoming game.

Memphis Grizzlies Team Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a mixed run of games recently. They lost to the Phoenix Suns by 19 points with a score of 117-98. Jaren Jackson Jr. was a standout with 19 points and a 47.4% field goal percentage.

In another recent game, the Grizzlies managed to edge out the San Antonio Spurs by 1 point, winning 106-105. Cam Spencer and Jaren Jackson Jr. both scored 21 points. The team had a field goal percentage of 39.8% in this game.

The Grizzlies’ top player, Ja Morant, is currently out due to a calf injury. Other key players like Brandon Clarke and Zach Edey are also sidelined. This has affected the team’s performance, as they have struggled to maintain their usual scoring output.

BTB Betting Pick

The Thunder are favored by 4.5 points against the Grizzlies. With the Thunder allowing only 108.1 points per game and having a strong defense, they are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Thunder 118, Grizzlies 110, supporting the Thunder -4.5 spread.

The total for the game is set at 230 points. The Thunder’s defense ranks first in points allowed, while the Grizzlies average 115.2 points per game. This suggests a lower scoring game, making the under 230 a viable pick. The projected total is 228 points, which aligns with the under recommendation.