Thunder vs. Suns: Game 2 - Previsões do Playoff da NBA

The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to face off against the Phoenix Suns in Game 2 of their Western Conference first-round series in the 2026 NBA playoffs. After a dominant performance in Game 1, where the Thunder secured a 119-84 victory, they aim to extend their series lead to 2-0.

The Thunder, who finished the regular season with an impressive 65-18 record, have been formidable at home, boasting a 34-7 record on their court. In contrast, the Suns, who ended the season at 46-39, have struggled on the road with a 20-21 record. They will be looking to bounce back after losing three of their last five games.

In terms of player availability, the Suns are facing some injury concerns with Grayson Allen (hamstring), Jordan Goodwin (calf), and Mark Williams (foot) all listed as questionable. This could significantly impact their performance against a Thunder team that is firing on all cylinders.

The game is scheduled to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. According to the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, the Thunder are favored by 17.5 points, with an over/under set at 216.5 total points.

Before placing any bets, it’s wise to consider the insights from the SportsLine Projection Model, which has successfully predicted outcomes for NBA games over the past eight seasons. The model has been particularly hot this playoff season, boasting a 73% success rate on top-rated NBA spread picks.

For this matchup, the model has simulated the game 10,000 times and predicts that the total points will go under 216.5. This aligns with the trend from their last encounter and the Suns' performance this season, where 58% of their games have gone under the total.

Key players to watch include Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is projected to lead the Thunder with 32.6 points, while Devin Booker is expected to top the Suns' scoring with 23.1 points. The model suggests that the teams will combine for around 211 total points, making the under a compelling choice for bettors.

As the Thunder look to capitalize on their home advantage, the Suns will need to find a way to overcome their recent struggles and put forth a strong performance to even the series. Be sure to check out SportsLine for the latest picks and betting predictions as the game approaches.