Recap: OKC Blue finally taste victory in 108-103 win over Memphis Hustle

The OKC Blue secured a 108-103 victory against the Memphis Hustle on Friday, marking their first win of the 2026-27 G League regular season. This road triumph boosted their record to 1-3. The Blue began the game stronger than usual, leading by 26 points after the first quarter and extending their lead to 54-43 at halftime. Despite a more resilient second half from Memphis, the Blue maintained their advantage, cutting it to just five points in the final quarter.

Both teams scored 32 points in the fourth frame, with OKC satisfied with exchanging baskets as the Hustle couldn't close the gap beyond five points. OKC outperformed Memphis with a 47% field goal percentage and 31.3% three-point shooting. They also had the advantage in free throws, going 10-of-32. The Blue recorded 23 assists on 38 total baskets, while five players scored double-digit points.

Conversely, the Hustle had a 44% field goal percentage and 23.7% three-point shooting. They also managed 27 assists on 37 total baskets, with five players scoring double-digit points. Key individual performances came from Zhaire Smith (27 points), Anthony Pritchard (19 points), Robert McCray V (15 points), Christoph Tilly (15 points), Karim Lopez (15 points), Yuri Collins (19 points), and Eric Dixon (13 points) for the Blue.

For the Hustle, notable performances were showcased by Karim Lopez (19 points), Yuri Collins (19 points), and Christoph Tilly (15 points).