Suns vs Thunder Game 3 NBA Pick: Phoenix Looks To Stay Alive At Home (Apr 25)

• The Suns lost Games 1 and 2 by double-digit margins.
• Meanwhile, Oklahoma City looks to ride its momentum into Game 3, with the venue shifting to Phoenix.
• These teams previously met on Apr. 22, with the Thunder claiming a 120-107 victory.

One of Saturday’s NBA playoff matchups features the Phoenix Suns hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3 of this first-round playoff series. Who has the edge in our Suns vs Thunder pick?

Phoenix vs Oklahoma City Game 3 Preview

After losing the opener by 35 points, the Suns find themselves down 0-2 after dropping the second game 120-107.

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The Suns were within striking distance early and trailed by seven at the break. Unfortunately, OKC erupted with a 35-20 edge in the third quarter, increasing its lead to 23 points entering the final frame. Dillon Brooks led the way with 30 points. Devin Booker added 22 points and seven assists. Jalen Green contributed 21 points and five rebounds.

On the other side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander erupted for 37 points, along with nine assists and five rebounds. Chet Holmgren was a factor at both ends of the court, finishing with 19 points, eight rebounds, and four blocks. Jalen Williams also scored 19 points before leaving the game with a hamstring injury in the third quarter. His status for Game 3 remains uncertain.

Can the Suns regroup on their home floor, or will the Thunder push the series to a near‑insurmountable 3–0 advantage?

Suns vs Thunder NBA Pick

After losing both games by double-digit margins, Phoenix enters this contest as a 9.5-point underdog. Here’s a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of Game 3.

• The Suns are 2-4 straight-up (SU) in their last six games.
• Phoenix is 3-8 ATS in its previous 11 contests against Central Division opponents.
• The Thunder are 17-3 (SU) in their last 20 outings.
• Oklahoma City is 9-4 ATS in its previous 13 matchups against the Suns.

The Suns have dropped eight of the previous 10 meetings in this series, while OKC is 5-2 in its last seven road games. With that in mind, the edge goes to the Thunder.