Thunder survive Memphis comeback chaos in a playoff classic you’ll tell your grandkids about (whether they ask or not).
On April 26, 2025, the Oklahoma City Thunder didn’t just beat the Memphis Grizzlies — they slammed the door, locked it, and tossed the keys into the river.
In a 117-115 nail-biter that probably shaved years off fans’ lives, OKC clinched the series win and sent Memphis into early vacation mode.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander once again looked like the smoothest human alive, casually dropping 34 points and breaking ankles like he was working an overtime shift at the Ankle Factory.
Memphis threw everything at them — threes, dunks, full-court chaos — but the Thunder dodged it all like the last kid in dodgeball.
Jaren Jackson Jr. tried to save Memphis by dunking everything in sight, but even Superman needs teammates who can spell “defense.”
Desmond Bane hit a wild three late that gave Grizzlies fans a glimmer of hope — and then Chet Holmgren basically said, “Nope,” swatting the Grizzlies’ final shot attempt into another dimension.
After the buzzer sounded, the Thunder players celebrated like kids who just found out school was canceled forever.
Meanwhile, Memphis players looked like they were questioning every life choice that led them here, possibly including brunch orders.
OKC’s young core now officially owns the series — and the hearts of every fan who loves fast, fearless, chaotic basketball.
Memphis? They’ll be home watching the Thunder on TV like the rest of us.
From buzzer-beaters to full-court anarchy, this series was a reminder that Thunder basketball is back and it’s pure madness.
Moral of the story: Never bring a Grizzly to a Thunderstorm.
Up next for the Thunder? Bigger fish to fry. Stay tuned — it’s about to get even crazier.
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