Months ago, Thunder forward Chet Holmgren was effectively bed-ridden, having suffered a right iliac wing fracture just 10 games into his second season. Oklahoma City’s former No. 2 has talked at length about how frustrating the injury was,

Led by Ja Morant, one of the quicker guards in the association, the Grizzlies rely heavily on the fast break, especially with their back against the wall, trailing 0-2 in their best-of-7 series. Holmgren knows that for the Thunder to grab a commanding 3-0 lead, slowing the Grizzlies down in transition is vital.

The Thunder cruised to a 2-0 series lead against the Grizzlies using lockdown defense, relentless tenacity and a night full of hustle plays.