The Oklahoma City Thunder showcased an extraordinary performance in Game 1 of the playoffs, dominating the Memphis Grizzlies with a historic 131-80 victory. This win marks the largest margin of victory in an NBA playoff series opener, overshadowing previous records. The Thunder's relentless defense and rapid-fire offense overwhelmed Memphis, who struggled significantly, particularly from beyond the arc, shooting just 17.6%. Notably, MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had an off night, scoring only 15 points. Instead, Aaron Wiggins led the scoring for OKC with 21 points, and Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren contributed significantly to the blowout. Despite the disappointing game for the Grizzlies, Marvin Bagley III provided a fleeting highlight with a half-court shot to end the third quarter.