The last time the Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder met, the Grizzlies ran away with an NBA record-setting 73-point win on Dec. 2 along with setting six additional franchise records.
Don’t expect a repeat on Monday (7 p.m., Bally Sports Southeast). The Grizzlies (19-12) need a bounce-back performance after losing to the Portland Trail Blazers Sunday. The Thunder (9-19) are closer to full strength with guards Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Josh Giddey available.
The Grizzlies will also have Ja Morant back Monday after he missed the last 12 games with a sprained knee and a health and safety protocols. It should be a boost after the Grizzlies went 10-2 without him.
Follow along as the Grizzlies look for their 20th win of the season before a three-game road trip.
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