Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder: Complete Match Recap & Player Stats
The Memphis Grizzlies showcased solid teamwork and consistency to secure a 92–80 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on July 5, 2025, at the Jon M. Huntsman Center, Salt Lake City.
Led by GG Jackson and Jaylen Wells, both scoring 20 points each, Memphis dominated the tempo, while Oklahoma City’s Ajay Mitchell fought valiantly with a game-high 24 points but lacked enough backup from his teammates.
Quarter-Wise Breakdown
|
Quarter |
Memphis Grizzlies |
OKC Thunder |
|---|---|---|
|
1st |
19 |
18 |
|
2nd |
26 |
22 |
|
3rd |
27 |
22 |
|
4th |
20 |
18 |
|
Final |
92 |
80 |
Key Highlights & Top Performers
|
Player |
Team |
PTS |
REB |
AST |
FG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
GG Jackson |
Memphis |
20 |
3 |
0 |
53.3% |
|
Jaylen Wells |
Memphis |
20 |
4 |
3 |
35.7% |
|
Ajay Mitchell |
OKC |
24 |
1 |
6 |
55.6% |
|
Cam Spencer |
Memphis |
14 |
5 |
5 |
62.5% |
|
Brooks Barnhizer |
OKC |
9 |
13 |
0 |
60.0% |
Top Player Stats
Memphis Grizzlies – Top Performers
|
Player |
MIN |
FG |
3PT |
FT |
REB |
AST |
STL |
BLK |
TO |
PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
GG Jackson |
28:14 |
8-15 |
3-8 |
1-1 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
20 |
|
Jaylen Wells |
27:24 |
5-14 |
3-8 |
7-7 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
0 |
1 |
20 |
|
Cam Spencer |
28:01 |
5-8 |
2-4 |
2-2 |
5 |
5 |
1 |
0 |
4 |
14 |
|
Armando Bacot |
16:25 |
2-2 |
– |
5-6 |
5 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
9 |
|
Zyon Pullin |
21:10 |
1-9 |
0-1 |
6-6 |
3 |
5 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
8 |
|
Phlandrous Fleming Jr. |
15:15 |
3-5 |
1-1 |
– |
3 |
1 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
7 |
|
Javon Small |
18:50 |
2-6 |
0-2 |
– |
0 |
6 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
4 |
The Grizzlies’ bench provided depth, and their 96% free throw accuracy (24/25) was a key difference-maker.
Oklahoma City Thunder – Top Performers
|
Player |
MIN |
FG |
3PT |
FT |
REB |
AST |
STL |
BLK |
TO |
PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ajay Mitchell |
27:10 |
10-18 |
1-3 |
3-3 |
1 |
6 |
1 |
0 |
2 |
24 |
|
Nikola Topić |
25:59 |
6-12 |
2-5 |
0-0 |
1 |
4 |
2 |
0 |
7 |
14 |
|
Brooks Barnhizer |
25:47 |
3-5 |
1-2 |
2-3 |
13 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
9 |
|
Malevy Leons |
20:37 |
3-6 |
0-1 |
2-3 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
3 |
8 |
|
Jazian Gortman |
15:35 |
4-5 |
0-0 |
2-3 |
2 |
3 |
0 |
0 |
3 |
10 |
Despite shooting 47% from the field, OKC’s 23 turnovers crippled their offensive rhythm.
Tactical Analysis
The Grizzlies established control through precise passing, consistent rebounding, and foul discipline. Their patience in half-court sets contrasted sharply with OKC’s rushed possessions.
- Memphis Defense: Pressured guards, forced turnovers, and limited OKC’s three-point attempts (7-of-24).
- Thunder’s Issue: Over-dependence on Ajay Mitchell’s isolation scoring.
- Free Throws: Memphis outscored OKC by +13 from the line.
The Grizzlies’ execution in clutch moments reflected maturity beyond typical Summer League play.
Team Scores Comparison
|
Category |
Memphis |
OKC |
|---|---|---|
|
FG% |
42.6 |
47.0 |
|
3PT% |
37.0 |
29.2 |
|
FT% |
96.0 |
64.7 |
|
Rebounds |
32 |
35 |
|
Assists |
23 |
14 |
|
Turnovers |
16 |
23 |
|
Points in Paint |
30 |
42 |
|
Fast-Break Points |
16 |
10 |
Despite being outrebounded, the Grizzlies’ ball movement and efficiency at the stripe made the real difference.
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Head-to-Head History
|
Format |
Total Games |
Memphis Wins |
OKC Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
|
All-Time |
108 |
48 |
60 |
|
Regular Season |
74 |
30 |
44 |
|
Playoffs |
23 |
10 |
13 |
|
Summer League |
5 |
3 |
2 |
OKC holds a slight edge overall, but Memphis has now won three of their last five Summer League meetings — signaling a competitive new phase in this rivalry.
Coaches’ Remarks
Jason March (Memphis Coach):
“This was one of our most disciplined games. Wells and Jackson continue to lead by example on both ends.”
Grant Gibbs (OKC Assistant):
“We competed, but turnovers hurt us. We’ll use this as a learning experience for our younger group.”
Game FAQs
Q1. Who won the Memphis vs OKC Summer League game?
A1. The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 92–80.
Q2. Who scored the most points?
A2. Ajay Mitchell of OKC led all scorers with 24 points.
Q3. Where was the game played?
A3. Jon M. Huntsman Center, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Q4. Which player impressed the most for Memphis?
A4. GG Jackson — efficient scoring and strong defense anchored the win.
Final Thoughts
The Memphis Grizzlies blended sharp shooting, teamwork, and defensive intensity to take down a promising Oklahoma City Thunder lineup.
The duo of GG Jackson and Jaylen Wells continues to shine, while OKC’s youth movement — led by Ajay Mitchell and Nikola Topić — remains full of potential.
This matchup served as another exciting chapter in the evolving rivalry between two of the Western Conference’s youngest and most dynamic squads.
