In a dominant display, the Oklahoma City Thunder extended their lead in the Western Conference first-round series against the Memphis Grizzlies with a convincing 118-99 win in Game 2. Despite a bit of a shooting slump from their star player and leading scorer, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder's depth and balanced offensive attack proved too much for Memphis to handle. Gilgeous-Alexander acknowledged his struggles but credited his team for stepping up and delivering crucial victories.
Oklahoma City's suffocating defense, highlighted by limiting the Grizzlies to a mere eight fast-break points in two games, combined with strong contributions from role players like Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and Alex Caruso, have been key factors in the Thunder's success. With a commanding 2-0 series lead and an impressive point differential, the Thunder's collective effort and resilience are shining through, showcasing their potential to make a deep playoff run. As Gilgeous-Alexander looks to regain his scoring touch, the Thunder's overall performance underscores their strength and versatility as a playoff contender.