Grizzlies Suffer 51-Point Playoff Loss to Thunder

The Memphis Grizzlies suffered a historic 51-point loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their NBA playoff series, marking the largest margin of defeat ever in a Game 1 and the fifth-largest in playoff history. Despite the blowout, Grizzlies star Ja Morant expressed confidence that the team would not repeat such a performance, stating, 'We will never play that bad again.' Interim head coach Tuomas Iisalo echoed this optimism, emphasizing that the only way forward is up and that the team will learn from their mistakes. The Thunder, who swept the regular season series and posted a record point differential, dominated the game from the outset, with Memphis struggling offensively and shooting poorly. Both Morant and Iisalo acknowledged the need for adjustments, highlighting the Grizzlies' challenging schedule and the Thunder's strong regular season as factors. The Grizzlies aim to regroup and respond more competitively in Game 2.