The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder, 114 - 80, at FedEx Forum on Thursday. The Grizzlies (21 - 14) have a well - earned defensive reputation, but their thorough domination of the Thunder (20 - 13) was significantly helped by the ejection of Russell Westbrook for back - to - back technical fouls after 23 minutes for arguing a referee's call. However, Memphis did earn the victory through their own strong offensive play as well, as they tallied superb 52 and 59 percent success rates from the field and three - point range, respectively. Meanwhile, without their MVP, the Thunder's offense was largely neutered, as only two reserves, Enes Kanter and Alex Abrines, managed to get into double digits in the scoring column. Westbrook led OKC in scoring despite the early exit, supplying 21 points to go along with five rebounds and two steals, although he notably did not record any assists. Kanter totaled 19 points and five rebounds, while Abrines managed 10 points and three boards. Steven Adams mustered only six points but did haul in 15 rebounds and added two assists and two blocks. However, Andre Roberson, Domantas Sabonis and Anthony Morrow could only register two points apiece. The Grizzlies were paced by Marc Gasol, who compiled 25 points, eight rebounds, two assists, a steal and five blocks. The next two highest point totals came from the bench, as Troy Daniels posted 22 points, along with three rebounds and two assists, and Zach Randolph went for 21 points, eight boards and two assists. JaMychal Green produced 17 points, four rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block, and Andrew Harrison, drawing another start for Mike Conley, tallied 10 points. Chandler Parsons returned after taking off the last game for rest purposes and produced two points, three assists and two steals over 15 minutes. The Thunder return home to face the Los Angeles Clippers on New Year's Eve, while the Grizzlies are at Sacramento on Saturday afternoon as well.
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