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Thunder Edge Grizzlies in Nail-Biter Finish

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Friday, January 9, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · FedExForum

Oklahoma City Thunder 117, Memphis Grizzlies 116, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies?

Oklahoma City Thunder beat Memphis Grizzlies 117-116 at FedExForum on January 9, 2026.

Who was favored in Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies?

Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game, the Oklahoma City Thunder narrowly defeated the Memphis Grizzlies with a final score of 117-116 at FedExForum. This victory extends the Thunder's dominance over the Grizzlies, marking their third consecutive win in the season series, as they have now won all three meetings this season.

The Thunder entered the game with a strong away record of 32-7, while the Grizzlies struggled at home with a record of 16-22. Oklahoma City's recent form has been solid, as they have won six of their last ten games, averaging 118.6 points scored while allowing 112.9. In contrast, Memphis has struggled, winning only three of their last ten, with an average of 117.4 points scored and 120.6 points allowed.

At home, the Grizzlies have a record of 2-3 in their last five games, averaging 115.0 points scored and 121.8 points allowed. The Thunder, on the other hand, have been more successful on the road, with a 5-2 record in their last seven away games, averaging 117.2 points scored and 109.2 points allowed.

In terms of injuries, the Grizzlies had several players listed as day-to-day, including Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe), Walter Clayton Jr. (knee), Karim Lopez (undisclosed), and Jaylen Wells (toe). Richie Saunders is out due to a knee injury. The Thunder also faced injury concerns, with Isaiah Hartenstein (ankle), Ajay Mitchell (calf), Otega Oweh (lower leg), Thomas Sorber (knee), and Jalen Williams (hamstring) all listed as day-to-day.

The betting market reflected Oklahoma City's favored status, with DraftKings placing them as 5.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 229.5, with odds of -108 for the over and -112 for the under. Memphis's moneyline was +180, while Oklahoma City's was -218.

The game featured a back-and-forth battle, with the Thunder making key plays in the fourth quarter to secure the win. Notable scoring plays included a series of free throws by Luguentz Dort and a crucial three-pointer by Kenrich Williams, which helped Oklahoma City take the lead late in the game. Jock Landale's two-point shot was not enough to clinch the victory for Memphis as time expired.

Overall, this matchup showcased the Thunder's resilience and ability to perform under pressure, while the Grizzlies continue to seek consistency as they navigate their challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	OKC -5.5	229.5 o -108 / u -112	Oklahoma City Thunder -218 · Memphis Grizzlies +180

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Injury report

Scotty Pippen Jr.Day-To-DayToeMemphis Grizzlies
Walter Clayton Jr.Day-To-DayKneeMemphis Grizzlies
Karim LopezDay-To-DayUndisclosedMemphis Grizzlies
Richie SaundersOutKneeMemphis Grizzlies
Jaylen WellsDay-To-DayToeMemphis Grizzlies
Isaiah HartensteinDay-To-DayAnkleOklahoma City Thunder
Ajay MitchellDay-To-DayCalfOklahoma City Thunder
Otega OwehDay-To-DayLower LegOklahoma City Thunder
Thomas SorberDay-To-DayKneeOklahoma City Thunder
Jalen WilliamsDay-To-DayHamstringOklahoma City Thunder

Leaders

PointsJaren Jackson Jr.23Memphis Grizzlies
AssistsCam Spencer11Memphis Grizzlies
ReboundsJock Landale10Memphis Grizzlies
PointsJalen Williams26Oklahoma City Thunder
AssistsJalen Williams10Oklahoma City Thunder
ReboundsKenrich Williams8Oklahoma City Thunder

Recent form

Memphis Grizzlies

Last 10: 3-7Streak L1117.4 scored · 120.6 allowed per game2-3 at home

L98-117vs Phoenix SunsJan 8
W106-105vs San Antonio SpursJan 7
L114-120at Los Angeles LakersJan 5
L121-128at Los Angeles LakersJan 3
L136-139vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 31
L112-116at Washington WizardsDec 28
W125-104vs Milwaukee BucksDec 27
W137-128at Utah JazzDec 24
L103-119at Oklahoma City ThunderDec 23
L122-130vs Washington WizardsDec 21

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1118.6 scored · 112.9 allowed per game1-2 away

W129-125vs Utah JazzJan 8
L97-124vs Charlotte HornetsJan 6
L105-108at Phoenix SunsJan 5
W131-94at Golden State WarriorsJan 3
W124-95vs Portland Trail BlazersJan 1
W140-129vs Atlanta HawksDec 30
W129-104vs Philadelphia 76ersDec 28
L102-117vs San Antonio SpursDec 25
L110-130at San Antonio SpursDec 24
W119-103vs Memphis GrizzliesDec 23

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22
San Antonio	-	20	L1	.756	62
Houston	10	30	W1	.634	52
New Orleans	36	56	L2	.317	26
Dallas	36	56	W1	.317	26
Memphis	37	57	L8	.305	25

Box score

Stat	Oklahoma City Thunder	Memphis Grizzlies
Field goals	43-91	41-88
Field goal %	47	47
Three-pointers	9-37	14-41
Three-point %	24	34
Free throws	22-28	20-24
Free throw %	79	83
Rebounds	36	52
Offensive rebounds	10	15
Defensive rebounds	26	37
Assists	24	35
Steals	9	4
Blocks	8	4
Turnovers	6	17
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	5	25
Fast-break points	13	7
Points in the paint	62	50
Fouls	22	26
Largest lead	5	21
Lead changes	8	8
Time in front	8	89

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter76-90Vince Williams Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter76-91Vince Williams Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter76-93Santi Aldama makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Vince Williams Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter78-93Jalen Williams makes 1-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter79-93Jalen Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter79-94GG Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter81-94Ajay Mitchell makes two point shot
4th Quarter83-94Jalen Williams makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot (Ajay Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter83-96Cam Spencer makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Cedric Coward assists)
4th Quarter84-96Isaiah Joe makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter85-96Isaiah Joe makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter86-96Jalen Williams makes free throw clear path 2 of 2
4th Quarter88-96Jalen Williams makes driving layup (Ajay Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter88-98GG Jackson makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Cam Spencer assists)
4th Quarter88-100Jock Landale makes layup (Cedric Coward assists)
4th Quarter91-100Kenrich Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jalen Williams assists)
4th Quarter91-101Cedric Coward makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter91-102Cedric Coward makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter93-102Jalen Williams makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter93-104Cedric Coward makes 9-foot two point shot
4th Quarter95-104Jalen Williams makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter95-106Vince Williams Jr. makes 8-foot two point shot (Santi Aldama assists)
4th Quarter95-109GG Jackson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Vince Williams Jr. assists)
4th Quarter98-109Ajay Mitchell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alex Caruso assists)
4th Quarter98-111Santi Aldama makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot (Jaylen Wells assists)
4th Quarter100-111Jalen Williams makes 2-foot two point shot
4th Quarter101-111Jalen Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter101-112Jaylen Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-112Aaron Wiggins makes 6-foot two point shot (Alex Caruso assists)
4th Quarter103-113Cedric Coward makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-114Cedric Coward makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-114Ajay Mitchell makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Jalen Williams assists)
4th Quarter106-114Ajay Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter108-114Kenrich Williams makes 2-foot layup (Ajay Mitchell assists)
4th Quarter109-114Kenrich Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter112-114Ajay Mitchell makes 26-foot running jump shot (Jalen Williams assists)
4th Quarter115-114Kenrich Williams makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Williams assists)
4th Quarter116-114Luguentz Dort makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter117-114Luguentz Dort makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter117-116Jock Landale makes 9-foot two point shot