April 19, 2026Updated 9:03 am EDT
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Phoenix Suns meet.
How to watch Phoenix Suns vs. Oklahoma City ThunderPhoenix vs. Oklahoma City odds
Injury reportsThunder
Thomas Sorber: Out For Season (Knee)
Suns
Mark Williams: Questionable (Foot),
Grayson Allen: Questionable (Hamstring)
Stats to know
The 119.0 points per game the Thunder score are 7.9 more points than the Suns allow (111.1 points per game).
The Suns’ 112.6 points per game are only 4.7 more points than the 107.9 the Thunder surrender to opponents.
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Apr 19, 2026
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