Overview

• The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80, setting the largest Game 1 playoff victory margin in NBA history and a franchise record with 37 assists.
• The Minnesota Timberwolves overwhelmed the Los Angeles Lakers 117-95, hitting a franchise playoff-record 21 three-pointers and taking control of the series opener.
• The Denver Nuggets rallied from a 15-point deficit to edge past the Los Angeles Clippers 112-110 in overtime, led by Nikola Jokic's near triple-double performance.
• The New York Knicks mounted a 21-0 fourth-quarter run to defeat the Detroit Pistons 123-112, with Jalen Brunson scoring 34 points to secure the win.
• Ja Morant's injury remains a key concern for the Memphis Grizzlies after their blowout loss, as his recovery timeline for Game 2 against the Thunder is uncertain.