Thunder Overcome 29-Point Deficit, Lead Series 3-0 Against Grizzlies

The Oklahoma City Thunder mounted a historic comeback from a 29-point deficit to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 114-108, taking a 3-0 lead in their first-round NBA playoff series. This rally marks the second-largest playoff comeback since 1997 and was fueled by Chet Holmgren's dominant second half and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31 points. The turning point came when Memphis star Ja Morant exited late in the second quarter with a hip injury after a hard fall, leaving the Grizzlies without their key playmaker for the remainder of the game. Despite a strong first half and a 26-point halftime lead, Memphis faltered as Oklahoma City surged in the final quarters. The Thunder can potentially sweep the series in the next game, while Morant’s status for Game 4 remains uncertain. The Grizzlies now face elimination and must regroup without clarity on Morant’s return.