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Thunder vs Grizzlies Stats, NBA 24-25: Match Player Stats, Key Performers, Head-to-Head Analysis & Playoffs

Thunder vs Grizzlies Stats, NBA 24-25: The Oklahoma City Thunder kicked off their playoff campaign in spectacular fashion, thrashing the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in Game 1 of their first-round series.

With this resounding win, OKC took a 1-0 lead in the series, extending their recent unbeaten streak to four games. The Thunder, boasting the league's best regular-season record (68-14), showed why they are the top seed in the West.

Thunder vs Grizzlies Stats NBA 24-25 Match Player Stats Key Performers Head-to-Head Analysis amp amp Playoffs

Their offensive rhythm was on point, while their defense completely stifled the Grizzlies, holding them to just 80 points—well below their season average of 121.7. Oklahoma City’s depth and cohesion were on full display as they turned defense into transition buckets, leaving Memphis scrambling for answers.

Thunder vs Grizzlies Standings Snapshot

Team W L PCT HOME ROAD EAST WEST DIV PF PA STRK
Memphis 48 34 .585 26-15 22-19 21-10 27-24 11-5 121.7 116.9 Won 1
Oklahoma City 68 14 .829 35-6 32-8 29-1 39-13 12-4 120.5 107.6 Won 4

Thunder vs Grizzlies Last Five Matchups

Date Result Winner High Loser High
Apr 20 Thunder 131, Grizzlies 80 Wiggins 21 Pts Morant 17 Pts
Mar 27 Thunder 125, Grizzlies 104 Gilgeous-Alexander 37 Pts Jackson Jr. 27 Pts
Mar 5 Thunder 120, Grizzlies 103 Gilgeous-Alexander 41 Pts Morant 24 Pts
Feb 8 Thunder 125, Grizzlies 112 Gilgeous-Alexander 32 Pts Bane 20 Pts
Dec 29 Thunder 130, Grizzlies 106 Gilgeous-Alexander 35 Pts Bane 22 Pts

Thunder vs GrizzliesKey Stat Leaders

Stat Category Memphis Leader Stat Oklahoma City Leader Stat
Points Jaren Jackson Jr. 22.2 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 32.7
Rebounds Zach Edey 8.3 Jalen Williams 5.3
Assists Desmond Bane 5.3 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 6.4
Steals Scotty Pippen Jr. 1.30 Cason Wallace 1.76
Blocks Jaren Jackson Jr. 1.53 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 1.01
FG% Jaren Jackson Jr. 48.81% Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 51.93%
FT% Desmond Bane 89.39% Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 89.84%
3PT% Luke Kennard 43.30% Isaiah Joe 41.20%

Thunder vs GrizzliesTeam Offensive Comparison

Team PTS REB AST STL BLK FG% FT% 3PT%
Memphis 121.7 47.3 28.4 8.85 5.63 47.95% 78.56% 36.72%
Oklahoma City 120.5 44.8 26.9 10.33 5.67 48.16% 81.88% 37.44%

The Thunder entered the postseason with sky-high expectations and did not disappoint. Their suffocating defense and high-octane offense left the Grizzlies shell-shocked in Game 1. OKC’s rotation was effective on both ends of the floor, while Memphis struggled to keep up, particularly with ball movement and perimeter defense.

Game 2 will be crucial for Memphis, who must regroup quickly to avoid falling into a 2-0 hole. Meanwhile, the Thunder will aim to carry this momentum forward, continuing their quest for a deep playoff run.

Story first published: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 21:47 [IST]
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