Game two without Russell Westbrook and Carmelo Anthony went much better than the first go-round.
OKC exploded for 74 points in a first half that included a Thunder-record 12 three pointers. The long distance shooting was the difference last night, as OKC finished with 16 treys, tied for a franchise record, compared to the Grizzlies’ 6.
They entered the break up 20 and cruised to an 18 point victory. Memphis also had 17 turnovers and shot just 39% from the floor. Not a great night for the visitors.
Paul George naturally had 33 points and 8 assists to lead five Thunder players in double figures, 16 of which came in the first quarter.