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Thunder Dominate Grizzlies Again to Take 2-0 Series Lead

Oklahoma City secures a 118-99 victory in Game 2, powered by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 27 points and a balanced team effort.

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket between Alex Caruso #9 of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at FedExForum on February 08, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Overview

  • The Oklahoma City Thunder followed up their record-setting Game 1 win with a commanding Game 2 victory, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 118-99 to lead the series 2-0.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander bounced back from a quiet Game 1 to score 27 points, while Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren contributed 24 and 20 points, respectively.
  • Memphis showed signs of life by cutting the deficit to single digits in the third quarter, but Oklahoma City’s defense and depth proved too much to overcome.
  • Oklahoma City set a team playoff record with 12 three-pointers in the first half of Game 2, showcasing their offensive firepower.
  • The series now shifts to Memphis for Game 3 on Thursday, where the Grizzlies will look to avoid falling into a 3-0 hole against the top-seeded Thunder.