The Oklahoma City Thunder opened their playoff run with a historic rout of the Memphis Grizzlies, coasting to a 131-80 win in Game 1. While the result was never in doubt, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t need to carry his usual offensive workload. That figures to change in Game 2 as Memphis looks to bounce back and keep the series competitive.
Gilgeous-Alexander averaged 36.3 points and 7.3 assists across four regular-season matchups with the Grizzlies and enters Game 2 as the focal point of Oklahoma City’s offense.
Here is the featured Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook for Tuesday.
Best Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 38.5 Points + Assists (-120)
Despite logging just 15 points and five assists in Game 1, Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t need to do much in the Thunder’s 51-point win. Oklahoma City received scoring from up and down the roster, and the MVP candidate played just 28 minutes. But don’t let one quiet night cloud his season-long consistency against Memphis.
Gilgeous-Alexander has feasted on the Grizzlies all year, clearing this prop in all four regular-season performances. His averages of 36.3 points and 7.3 assists during those contests came with higher usage and more competitive circumstances—exactly what should return as the series heats up.
“Every shot I shot, it felt good,” Gilgeous-Alexander said after Game 1. “That’s all you can really ask for.”
The Thunder don’t need to overhaul anything after such a dominant opener, but head coach Mark Daigneault is fully expecting a stronger Grizzlies performance in Game 2. That sets up a higher usage role for Gilgeous-Alexander, especially with Memphis likely adjusting its game plan to limit Oklahoma City’s supporting cast.
If the Grizzlies push back and keep Game 2 close, Gilgeous-Alexander should have plenty of opportunity to rack up both scoring and assist numbers. His ability to break down defenders, get to the line, and control pace makes this over an attractive option as he looks to reassert himself.
