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Game 1 Pregame Primer: Thunder vs. Suns

All the essentials for the Thunder's Round 1 matchup: tip & broadcast info, lineups, and live thread
Game 1 Pregame Primer: Thunder vs. Suns
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Game Details

  • Date: April 19, 2026
  • Tip Time: 2:30 PM CT
  • Location: Paycom Center
  • TV: ABC
  • Line: OKC -15.5
  • Round 1 Series: Tied 0-0

Injury Report

OKC PHX
  • Thomas Sorber - OFS (Right Knee Surgery)
  • Mark Williams - OUT (Left Foot Soreness)
  • Grayson Allen - GTD (Left Hamstring Strain)

Likely Starters

OKC PHX
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
  • Luguentz Dort
  • Jalen Williams
  • Isaiah Hartenstein
  • Chet Holmgren
  • Collin Gillespie
  • Devin Booker
  • Jalen Green
  • Dillon Brooks
  • Oso Ighodaro

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