Thunder pour it on again, laud balanced attack in Game 2 win

espn.comPublished: 4/23/2025

Summary

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 27 points to power the Oklahoma City Thunder into a 2-0 series lead against the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite missing several shots, his performance turned the tide in Game 2 as the Thunder dominated with a 118-99 win. The Thunder's balanced offense and defense have been instrumental, allowing them to outscore the Grizzlies by 40 points with Gilgeous-Alexander on the floor. Oklahoma City trails only the 1986 Lakers in first-round series point differential (plus-75), showcasing their depth and resilience early in the playoffs.