Phoenix (9-3) at Oklahoma (10-2)
- When: Nov 15 2024, 8:00 PM
- Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
- TV: AZFamily
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Phoenix Suns @ Oklahoma City Thunder
Moneyline
Phoenix Suns +250
Oklahoma City Thunder -300
Phoenix Suns @ Oklahoma City Thunder
Point Spread
Phoenix Suns 7.5 (-105)
Oklahoma City Thunder -7.5 (-115)
Phoenix Suns @ Oklahoma City Thunder
Total
Over 228.0 (-110)
Under 228.0 (-110)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Key Players:
Phoenix: Devin Booker
Oklahoma: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Team Stats
| Suns | Thunder | |
| 9-3 | Record | 10-2 |
| 4-2 | Away & Home | 6-1 |
| 8-2 | Last 10 | 8-2 |
| L1 | Streak | W2 |
Last Matchup:
OKC 128-103, March 29th, 2024
Game Preview
Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns aim to reignite their offense as they face the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA Cup action Friday. Despite recent shooting struggles, Booker hopes to defy OKC’s stingy defense, which leads the league by holding opponents to 42.3% shooting and forcing 19.5 turnovers per game.
Booker is shooting 43.4% from the field and 34% from deep this season, a dip from his 49.3% overall and 35.8% 3-point averages over the last two years. Over his last seven games, he’s hit just 40.3% overall and 25.9% from beyond the arc. Facing increased defensive attention in Kevin Durant’s absence (calf strain), Booker managed just 18 points on 6-of-16 shooting in Wednesday’s 127-104 loss to Sacramento. Postgame, Booker emphasized the need to trust his teammates and avoid forcing plays.
Phoenix has dropped two of its last three games and continues to deal with injuries. Alongside Durant, Bradley Beal (calf) is out, while Grayson Allen (hamstring) remains questionable for Friday. Despite the setbacks, Suns guard Tyus Jones stressed the team’s mindset: “We’re not making excuses or looking for sympathy.”
Meanwhile, the Thunder are adjusting to life without Chet Holmgren, sidelined for at least 10 weeks with a pelvic fracture. Oklahoma City has responded well, winning back-to-back games behind standout performances from 6-foot-5 Jalen Williams, who has stepped into the center role. Williams is averaging 29.5 points and shooting 61.8% over the last two games.
Oklahoma City (3-1 in their current six-game homestand) has managed to stay competitive despite additional injuries to Isaiah Hartenstein, Jaylin Williams, and Alex Caruso. Coach Mark Daigneault has emphasized focusing on the team’s strengths to overcome challenges.
Friday’s game is the fifth of Phoenix’s four-game road trip (1-1 so far) and part of the NBA Cup group stage. The Suns won their first group play matchup, while this marks the Thunder’s tournament debut. Both teams are looking to build momentum in what promises to be a high-intensity clash.
NBA Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Oklahoma City 120-110
The Pick: Oklahoma City -7½ (-115) & Over 228
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $373
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
