Thunder Overwhelms Suns at Home
The Oklahoma City Thunder, owners of a league-leading 64-18 record, host the Phoenix Suns, who finished their regular season at 45-37. This isn't a close contest on paper. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander versus Kevin Durant is the marquee matchup, but it won't be enough for Phoenix.
The Suns limp into this postseason, having lost four of their last five games, including a 128-111 defeat to the Timberwolves in their finale. Oklahoma City, meanwhile, has been rolling, securing the top seed with consistent performances throughout the year. They’ve won eight of their last ten.
Look for the Thunder's youthful energy and superior defense to overwhelm Phoenix. The Thunder win, 128-115.
**Oklahoma City takes Game 1 by double digits.**
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