In Game 1 of the Western Conference playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder set multiple records, opening with a 35-point lead in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies. This lead became the biggest ever for a playoff Game 1 since 1996-97 and concluded the half at 68-36, marking the franchise's largest playoff halftime advantage. Conversely, this was the Grizzlies' largest playoff halftime deficit recorded. The Thunder later led by over 50 points, joining an elite group of NBA teams that have achieved such a feat in playoffs.
The Thunder opened a 35-point lead in the first half of Game 1, marking the biggest first-half lead of any playoff Game 1 since 1996-97.
At halftime, the Thunder held a 68-36 lead, becoming the franchise's largest lead at this stage in a playoff game.
The Grizzlies faced the largest halftime deficit ever recorded in a playoff game, illustrating the Thunder's dominance.
The Thunder's margin expanded to over 50 points late in the third quarter, joining a select group of teams in NBA playoff history.
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