Before some playoff series even tipped off their Game 3, the Oklahoma City Thunder had already taken care of business in their Round 1 matchup. They were the first team to move on to the NBA playoffs' second round.

The Oklahoma City Thunder won all four factors against the Memphis Grizzlies across its first-round sweep. It registered a 52.5% effective field goal percentage on 383 shot attempts despite a poor outside shooting series,

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.