Key Takeaways:
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, delivering 9 in the decisive 4th quarter for the Oklahoma City Thunder
- OKC overcame a 19-point first-half deficit and outscored Memphis 63-38 in the second half to claim a 114-100 victory
- The Thunder extended their winning streak over the Grizzlies to 14 games, including last season’s four-game playoff sweep
Second-Half Surge Powers Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder mounted an impressive second-half rally to secure a 114-100 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday, overcoming a sluggish shooting performance and a 19-point first-half deficit. Headlining the comeback, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tallied 35 points, including a pivotal nine-point streak in the fourth quarter. His back-to-back three-pointers followed by a three-point play propelled Oklahoma City into a double-digit lead with just over four minutes remaining, helping to cement the result.
Rally complete in Memphis 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/D9fvNbbUzN
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) November 10, 2025
This victory improved Oklahoma City’s road record to 6-1 and their overall record to 10-1, their only loss this season having come at Portland on Wednesday. The win also marked the Thunder’s 14th consecutive triumph over the Grizzlies, a run that encompasses last season’s four-game sweep in the opening round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Key Performances and Match Statistics
Alongside Gilgeous-Alexander, both Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchell contributed 21 points each for the Thunder, with Isaiah Hartenstein adding 18 points and collecting 13 rebounds.
For Memphis, Jaren Jackson Jr. led with 17 points, while Cedric Coward produced a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Jaylen Wells and Santi Aldama chipped in 12 points apiece. Ja Morant was restricted to just 11 points, converting 3 of 18 attempts from the field.
| Team | Top Scorer | Key Contributors | Rebounds Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Thunder | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (35) | Chet Holmgren (21), Ajay Mitchell (21) | Isaiah Hartenstein (13) |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Jaren Jackson Jr. (17) | Cedric Coward (13), Jaylen Wells (12), Santi Aldama (12) | Cedric Coward (10) |
Game Flow and Momentum Shifts
Memphis began strongly, maintaining over 50% shooting efficiency for most of the first half and building a 19-point advantage. Conversely, the Thunder endured a cold start at 39% shooting overall and just 19% from three-point distance, with Gilgeous-Alexander making only 5 of 14 first-half attempts. However, a 14-6 surge by Oklahoma City to close the half cut the deficit to 62-51 at the interval. The Thunder’s momentum persisted into the third quarter, where a 34-18 run pulled them ahead before they eventually outpaced Memphis 63-38 in the second half.
Upcoming Fixtures
- Thunder: Host the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday
- Grizzlies: Start a four-game road trip at the New York Knicks on Tuesday
