The Memphis Grizzlies squandered a commanding lead and fell 117–116 to the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum on Friday night (1/9/26). Memphis jumped out to a 21-point advantage in the first half, dominating the first two quarters and leading 65–46 at halftime, but the Thunder mounted a ferocious comeback behind hot shooting and relentless defense.
OKC outscored Memphis in both the third and fourth quarters, cutting the deficit and eventually taking the lead when Kenrich Williams drilled a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:07 remaining. Jaren Jackson Jr. paced the Grizzlies with 23 points and seven rebounds, while GG Jackson added 18 and Santi Aldama had 15.
Next game: Memphis Grizzlies host the Brooklyn Nets Sunday at 2:30 p.m. live on 92.9 FM ESPN. Pregame at 2:00 p.m.