Thunder Complete Stunning Comeback Against Grizzlies
The Oklahoma City Thunder delivered a spectacular performance on Monday, November 10, 2025, mounting a massive comeback to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 114-110 in an NBA regular season thriller. The defending champions found themselves in a deep hole early but showed their championship mettle when it mattered most.
First Half Dominance by Memphis
The game started strongly for the home team as the Memphis Grizzlies built a commanding 19-point lead during the second quarter. They maintained control throughout the first half, heading into halftime with a comfortable 62-51 advantage. The Grizzlies appeared to be in complete control, with Jaren Jackson Jr. leading the charge with 17 points while receiving solid support from his teammates.
Second Half Turnaround
The narrative completely shifted as the third quarter began. Oklahoma City came out with renewed energy and purpose, starting their remarkable comeback with a 14-2 rally in the third period. Rookie Ajay Mitchell played a crucial role during this stretch, contributing six points including a three-pointer that energized the Thunder squad.
The Thunder continued their dominant play with a 16-4 run that gave them their first significant lead of the game at 85-80 as they entered the fourth quarter. Throughout the second half, Oklahoma City outscored Memphis by a remarkable 63-38 margin, completely reversing the game's momentum.
Key Performances and Team Records
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with an impressive 35-point performance, demonstrating why he's considered one of the league's elite players. He received strong support from Chet Holmgren and Ajay Mitchell, who each contributed 21 points, while Isaiah Hartenstein delivered a double-double with 18 points and 13 rebounds.
With this victory, the Thunder strengthened their grip on the overall league leadership, improving to an outstanding 10-1 record. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies continued to struggle, falling to 4-7 for the season. This marked Oklahoma City's 14th consecutive victory over Memphis, including their four-game sweep in the Western Conference first-round playoffs last season. The Grizzlies haven't beaten the Thunder since December 8, 2022.
