Sat Apr 26 22:10:00 UTC 2025: **NBA Playoffs: Thunder Stage Historic Comeback, Knicks Take Series Lead, Clippers Dominate**

NEW YORK, NY – The NBA playoffs continued Thursday with three Game 3 matchups, delivering a mix of dramatic comebacks and decisive victories. The Oklahoma City Thunder stole the show, erasing a 29-point deficit to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 114-108 and take a commanding 3-0 series lead. The New York Knicks edged out the Detroit Pistons 118-116, reclaiming home-court advantage with a 2-1 series lead. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Clippers cruised to a dominant 117-83 win over the Denver Nuggets, also holding a 2-1 series advantage.

The Thunder’s victory was highlighted by an incredible second-half surge, fueled by Chet Holmgren’s 23 second-half points. This comeback tied for the second-largest in NBA playoff history. The Grizzlies, however, suffered a significant blow when star Ja Morant exited the game in the second quarter with a hip injury, his status for the remainder of the series uncertain. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 31 points.

The Knicks’ win was a testament to the strong performances of Karl-Anthony Towns (31 points, 8 rebounds) and Jalen Brunson (30 points, 9 assists, 7 rebounds). Brunson’s clutch play in the fourth quarter proved crucial, although the game ended amidst controversial officiating calls.

The Clippers, in contrast, enjoyed a comfortable victory, led by James Harden’s 20-point first half and strong performances from Kawhi Leonard (21 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists) and Norman Powell (20 points). The Nuggets struggled offensively, shooting poorly and committing numerous turnovers. Nikola Jokic recorded a triple-double but lacked sufficient support from his teammates.

Game 4s are scheduled for Saturday (Thunder vs. Grizzlies, Clippers vs. Nuggets) and Sunday (Knicks vs. Pistons).

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