The Thunder entered halftime with a 60-59 lead. Out of the break, the Thunder went on a 16-6 run to create some space on the scoreboard. But the Grizzlies answered back as Scotty Pippen Jr. dissected OKC's defense. The Thunder had a slight 88-85 lead after three quarters.

The Grizzlies, playing without star guard Ja Morant due to a hip injury sustained in Game 3, were led by Scotty Pippen Jr., who posted 30 points, 11 rebounds, and four assists before fouling out. Santi Aldama added 23 points, nine rebounds, and three assists in a commendable effort.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reached 38 points on a step-back jumper with 11.0 seconds left, and the Oklahoma City Thunder completed a first-round sweep over the Mem