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Undermanned Thunder Rally From 21 Down to Edge Grizzlies 117-116

Memphis again played without Ja Morant, with reports indicating the team is fielding trade calls.

Overview

  • Playing without Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and others, Oklahoma City erased a 21-point second-half deficit for its 32nd win.
  • Jalen Williams scored 26 points and Kenrich Williams added 21, hitting the go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:07 remaining; Ajay Mitchell scored 23 and Aaron Wiggins had 16.
  • Ja Morant missed a fourth straight game with a right calf contusion as Memphis also listed several regulars out or limited.
  • Head coach Tuomas Iisalo said Morant is dealing with the same calf issue and denied a new setback during this recent absence.
  • Multiple reports say the Grizzlies have taken trade inquiries on Morant as roster instability continues, and OKC extended its series streak to 16 straight wins.