Preview: Suns Seek Redemption in Game 2 Against Dominant Thunder OKLAHOMA CITY (Interstat) — Facing a daunting 19.5-point spread, the Phoenix Suns aim to even their first-round playoff series against the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 on Wednesday night at Paycom Center. The Thunder, who posted the NBA’s best regular-season record at 65-18, dominated the opener 119-84 on Sunday. The Suns, who finished 46-39, must find answers quickly to avoid falling into an 0-2 hole before the series shifts to Phoenix. Oklahoma City’s balanced attack was on full display in Game 1. Jalen Williams led the way with 22 points, seven rebounds and six assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 25 points. The Thunder’s defense stifled Phoenix, holding them to 84 points — a stark contrast to the Suns’ 135-point outburst in a win here just a week prior on April 12. Phoenix star Devin Booker, the focal point of their offense, scored 23 points in the loss. He enters Game 2 averaging 28.1 points over his last 10 contests, including a 37-point, nine-assist performance against Dallas on April 8. The Suns will need a similar high-efficiency night from him to challenge the Thunder’s elite defense. The season series has been a tale of extremes. While the Suns won convincingly on April 12, the Thunder’s three other victories over Phoenix came by an average margin of 32.7 points, including a 49-point rout in December. According to National Statistical’s game simulator, Oklahoma City is projected to win 121-105. The over/under is set at 212.5 points. The series schedule indicates a quick turnaround, with Game 3 set for Saturday in Phoenix. Projected Starters: Suns: G Devin Booker, G Jalen Green, F Dillon Brooks, F Kevin Durant, C Jusuf Nurkic. Thunder: G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, G Josh Giddey, F Jalen Williams, F Luguentz Dort, C Chet Holmgren. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. CDT.