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Playoff Preview: Suns vs. Thunder Showdown Looms
12 Apr
Summary
- Suns secured the No. 7 seed, entering the play-in tournament.
- Thunder clinched the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.
- Thunder are favorites at home with a 34-6 record.
A potential first-round playoff preview is set to unfold as the Phoenix Suns face the Oklahoma City Thunder on the final day of the 2025-26 NBA regular season. The Thunder have already clinched the top seed in the Western Conference, leading them to rest several key players in recent games. Meanwhile, the Suns have secured the No. 7 seed, positioning them for the Western Conference play-in tournament.
This season has been a success for Phoenix, exceeding preseason expectations and aiming for a playoff berth after missing them last year. If the Suns lose their initial play-in game and win the second, they would face the Thunder in the first round of the playoffs. Oklahoma City has a strong 3-1 record against Phoenix this season, including dominant wins.
Oddsmakers favor the Thunder, who boast a formidable 34-6 home record. With Phoenix resting players like Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks, and potentially others, the game may see expanded roles for younger players on both sides. However, Oklahoma City's depth and home-court advantage suggest they are likely to maintain their winning ways, even with reduced rosters.