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Suns Dominate Thunder in Key NBA Matchup

Phoenix Suns
Phoenix Suns45-37
135
Oklahoma City Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder64-18
103

Sunday, April 12, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Paycom Center

Phoenix Suns 135, Oklahoma City Thunder 103, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Phoenix Suns vs Oklahoma City Thunder?

Phoenix Suns beat Oklahoma City Thunder 135-103 at Paycom Center on April 12, 2026.

Who was favored in Phoenix Suns vs Oklahoma City Thunder?

Oklahoma City Thunder were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.

The Phoenix Suns delivered a commanding performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder, winning decisively with a final score of 135 to 103. This victory not only showcased the Suns' offensive prowess but also marked a significant moment in their ongoing series with the Thunder, bringing the series record to 3-2 in favor of OKC.

Entering the matchup, the Thunder held an impressive home record of 64-18, while the Suns had a respectable away record of 45-37. The game took place at the Paycom Center, where the Thunder had been dominant, boasting a home record of 5-0 in their last five games prior to this encounter. However, the Thunder's recent form had shown some vulnerability, as they were on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Denver Nuggets just two days prior.

The Thunder's recent performance at home had seen them score an average of 123.1 points while allowing 107.6, indicating a strong offensive output. In contrast, the Suns had averaged 113.6 points while allowing 111.6 in their last ten games, reflecting a more balanced but less explosive scoring approach. The Suns were also coming off a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, which added urgency to their performance in this game.

Historically, the Thunder had been successful against the Suns, winning six out of their last seven meetings. Their most recent encounter had taken place on February 12, 2026, where the Thunder triumphed 136-109. However, the Suns flipped the script in this game, demonstrating their capability to adapt and overcome previous defeats.

In terms of injuries, both teams were dealing with key players listed as day-to-day. The Thunder had Isaiah Hartenstein, Ajay Mitchell, Otega Oweh, Thomas Sorber, and Jalen Williams all listed as day-to-day, while the Suns were managing the statuses of CJ Huntley and Mark Williams. The absence of any of these players could have had implications on the game, but both teams managed to field competitive lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Thunder favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 213.5. The odds reflected the Thunder's strong home record but also hinted at the potential for an upset given the Suns' recent performances.

The game conditions were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams vying for playoff positioning. Viewers were treated to a showcase of shooting prowess, particularly from the Suns, who demonstrated their ability to score from beyond the arc. Jamaree Bouyea and Koby Brea were instrumental in the fourth quarter, hitting multiple three-pointers that extended the Suns' lead and ultimately sealed the game.

As the game progressed, the Thunder struggled to keep pace, particularly in the fourth quarter, where the Suns outscored them significantly. The Thunder's last five games had shown an average scoring of 128.6 points, but they were unable to replicate that success against the Suns' defense, which tightened as the game wore on.

In summary, the Suns' victory over the Thunder not only highlighted their offensive capabilities but also served as a crucial step in their playoff journey, as they look to build momentum heading into the postseason. The Thunder, while still holding a favorable series record, will need to reassess their strategy and recover quickly from this defeat.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsOKC -7.5 213.5 o -108 / u -112 Phoenix Suns +250 · Oklahoma City Thunder -310

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Injury report

  • 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
  • CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
  • Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns

Leaders

  • PointsBranden Carlson26Oklahoma City Thunder
  • AssistsNikola Topic14Oklahoma City Thunder
  • ReboundsBranden Carlson10Oklahoma City Thunder
  • PointsJamaree Bouyea27Phoenix Suns
  • AssistsJamaree Bouyea9Phoenix Suns
  • ReboundsKhaman Maluach14Phoenix Suns

Recent form

Oklahoma City Thunder

Last 10: 8-2Streak L1123.1 scored · 107.6 allowed per game5-0 at home

  • L107-127at Denver NuggetsApr 11
  • W128-110at LA ClippersApr 9
  • W123-87at Los Angeles LakersApr 8
  • W146-111vs Utah JazzApr 5
  • W139-96vs Los Angeles LakersApr 3
  • W114-110vs Detroit PistonsMar 31
  • W111-100vs New York KnicksMar 29
  • W131-113vs Chicago BullsMar 28
  • L109-119at Boston CelticsMar 25
  • W123-103at Philadelphia 76ersMar 23

Phoenix Suns

Last 10: 5-5Streak L1113.6 scored · 111.6 allowed per game2-3 away

  • L73-101at Los Angeles LakersApr 11
  • W112-107vs Dallas MavericksApr 9
  • L105-119vs Houston RocketsApr 8
  • W120-110at Chicago BullsApr 5
  • L107-127at Charlotte HornetsApr 2
  • L111-115at Orlando MagicMar 31
  • W131-105at Memphis GrizzliesMar 31
  • W134-109vs Utah JazzMar 29
  • L123-125vs Denver NuggetsMar 25
  • W120-98vs Toronto RaptorsMar 23

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
LA Lakers-29W3.64653
Phoenix837W1.54945
LA Clippers1140W1.51242
Golden State1645L3.45137
Sacramento3160L1.26822
Oklahoma City-18L2.78064
Denver1028W12.65954
Minnesota1533W2.59849
Portland2240W2.51242
Utah4260L1.26822

Box score

StatPhoenix SunsOklahoma City Thunder
Field goals56-10141-95
Field goal %5543
Three-pointers20-4118-46
Three-point %4939
Free throws3-63-9
Free throw %5033
Rebounds5436
Offensive rebounds139
Defensive rebounds4127
Assists2832
Steals59
Blocks87
Turnovers1110
Team turnovers20
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1914
Fast-break points1821
Points in the paint6444
Fouls98
Largest lead320
Lead changes00
Time in front980

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter81-63Amir Coffey makes 7-foot fade away jump shot (Rasheer Fleming assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter81-65Nikola Topic makes 3-foot two point shot (Jared McCain assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter84-65Koby Brea makes 25-foot three pointer
  4. 3rd Quarter86-65Jamaree Bouyea makes running dunk (Ryan Dunn assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter88-65Jamaree Bouyea makes 3-foot two point shot
  6. 3rd Quarter88-67Kenrich Williams makes tip shot
  7. 3rd Quarter90-67CJ Huntley makes alley oop layup (Ryan Dunn assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter90-70Payton Sandfort makes 26-foot running jump shot (Aaron Wiggins assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter93-70Rasheer Fleming makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
  10. 3rd Quarter93-72Brooks Barnhizer makes tip shot
  11. 3rd Quarter95-72Koby Brea makes two point shot
  12. 3rd Quarter95-75Kenrich Williams makes 30-foot three point jumper (Brooks Barnhizer assists)
  13. 3rd Quarter97-75Jamaree Bouyea makes 2-foot two point shot
  14. 3rd Quarter97-77Branden Carlson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Kenrich Williams assists)
  15. 3rd Quarter99-77Khaman Maluach makes hook shot
  16. 3rd Quarter102-77Amir Coffey makes 26-foot running jump shot (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
  17. 3rd Quarter104-77Amir Coffey makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
  18. 4th Quarter104-79Branden Carlson makes alley oop layup (Nikola Topic assists)
  19. 4th Quarter106-79CJ Huntley makes 1-foot two point shot (Amir Coffey assists)
  20. 4th Quarter108-79Khaman Maluach makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Koby Brea assists)
  21. 4th Quarter108-82Branden Carlson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nikola Topic assists)
  22. 4th Quarter108-84Payton Sandfort makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Nikola Topic assists)
  23. 4th Quarter108-86Kenrich Williams makes 1-foot running dunk (Nikola Topic assists)
  24. 4th Quarter111-86Khaman Maluach makes 25-foot three point jumper (Koby Brea assists)
  25. 4th Quarter113-86Khaman Maluach makes tip shot
  26. 4th Quarter113-88Branden Carlson makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Kenrich Williams assists)
  27. 4th Quarter116-88Rasheer Fleming makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ Huntley assists)
  28. 4th Quarter118-88CJ Huntley makes 19-foot jumper (Koby Brea assists)
  29. 4th Quarter118-90Payton Sandfort makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Nikola Topic assists)
  30. 4th Quarter121-90Koby Brea makes 22-foot three point jumper (Rasheer Fleming assists)
  31. 4th Quarter121-93Branden Carlson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kenrich Williams assists)
  32. 4th Quarter121-96Nikola Topic makes 25-foot running jump shot (Kenrich Williams assists)
  33. 4th Quarter124-96Jamaree Bouyea makes 25-foot three pointer
  34. 4th Quarter124-99Branden Carlson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nikola Topic assists)
  35. 4th Quarter124-101Payton Sandfort makes tip shot
  36. 4th Quarter127-101Khaman Maluach makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
  37. 4th Quarter130-101Koby Brea makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jamaree Bouyea assists)
  38. 4th Quarter130-103Payton Sandfort makes 3-foot running jump shot (Kenrich Williams assists)
  39. 4th Quarter132-103Rasheer Fleming makes 8-foot two point shot
  40. 4th Quarter135-103Koby Brea makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot

Win probability

Above the line favours Oklahoma City Thunder, below favours Phoenix Suns.

Venue

  • Paycom CenterOklahoma City, OK
  • Attendance18203
  • OfficialsBill Kennedy, Josh Tiven, Jenna Schroeder

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