The Oklahoma City Thunder have surged to a commanding 2-0 lead against the Memphis Grizzlies in their first-round playoff series, achieving remarkable victories characterized by dominant point differentials. The Thunder, who boasted the best regular-season point differential at +12.9, have escalated this to an extraordinary +70 after just two games. This series began with a staggering 131-80 win, where they led by as much as 56 points, followed by a more measured but still decisive 118-99 triumph in Game 2.

This performance puts the Thunder in the conversation for one of the most lopsided playoff series in NBA history, second only to the 1985-86 Lakers. The team's success has come despite star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander not playing at his peak, with Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams stepping up significantly. The Thunder’s ability to dominate the playoffs after a historic regular season underscores their potential to redefine expectations in the NBA.