Thunder crush Grizzlies; sixth team to win playoff game by 50

Oklahoma City Thunder routed Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series, dominating with a historic 51-point victory and setting a high bar for the first playoff game under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo. Jalen Williams scored 20 points, while Chet Holmgren contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds, leading the Thunder's explosive start that included a massive early lead. The victory marks their sixth playoff win by at least 50 points since joining the league, with this one narrowly missing a historic milestone tied for the third-largest margin in NBA history.