NBA Playoffs: Thunder Crushes Grizzlies, Knicks Snatches Victory from Pistons, Clippers Dominates Nuggets
Oklahoma City Thunder Destroys Memphis Grizzlies 114-108, Leads Series 3-0
The Oklahoma City Thunder delivered a commanding performance, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 114-108. The Thunder’s fantastic team effort was led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with a outstanding 31 points.
Supporting Gilgeous-Alexander were standout performances from Jaylin Williams (26 points), Chet Holmgren (24 points), and Alex Caruso with 10 points.
The Grizzlies put up a fight, but it wasn’t enough with Scottie Pippen Jr. leading the way with 28 points. Also notable were Yates Jackson (22 points) and Ja Morant (15 points).
New York Knicks Edge Detroit Pistons 118-116, Takes Series Lead 2-1
The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 118-116 victory over the Detroit Pistons, taking the lead in the series 2-1. Karl-Anthony Towns was the standout player with 31 points for the Knicks.
Joining Towns were exceptional performances from Jalen Brunson (30 points), O.G. Anunoby (22 points), and Mikal Bridges (20 points). The Pistons’ efforts were led by the 24-point performances of Cade Cunningham and Tim Hardaway Jr..
Los Angeles Clippers Rout Denver Nuggets 117-83, Takes Series Lead
The Los Angeles Clippers delivered an impressive victory over the Denver Nuggets, winning 117-83 to take the series lead. The Clippers were led by Kawhi Leonard‘s double-double of 21 points and 11 rebounds.
Leonard’s performance was supported by strong plays from James Harden (20 points), Norman Powell (20 points), and Ivica Zubac (19 points). The Nuggets’ efforts were led by Nikola Jokic‘s triple-double of 23 points, 13 rebounds, and 13 assists.