OKC Thunder goes the distance with the Grizzlies in triple overtime for a 133-123 victory

Russell Westbrook(0) drives strong to the lane for
2 of his 40 points. He lead the Thunder to a thrilling
triple overtime victory over the Memphis Grizzlies
133-123 (AP Photo/Lance Murphey).

SoSportz.com- The fans were rowdy and behind their team. With all the devastation that's going on in Memphis, basketball allows the residence of Memphis to take their minds off of the floods. Sadly, The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Memphis Grizzlies in a triple overtime thriller 133-123 to tie the series at 2-2.

Memphis started off hot in the first half taking a 18 point lead at one point. In NBA fashion, the Thunder made their run and closed the gap to four before halftime with two made free throws by James Harden.

In the second half, the Thunder caught on fire with Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant leading the way taking a ten point lead.  The Grizzlies clawed their way back to get to a three point deficit with 1:12 left in regulation. As time dwindled away it looked as thought OKC was going to get the victory until Mike Conley put up a long three and hit nothing but the bottom of the nets to send the game into overtime.

The first overtime went back and forth with OKC leading the way. Down by three with 9.4 seconds left, the Grizzlies Greivis Vasquez put up a desperation three pointer. It seems as though it took forever, but the shot went in to send the game to a second overtime.

Both teams are tired and it's all heart at this point. Both teams are still battling and continuing with physical play. The lead exchanged throughout the second overtime eventually leading to a missed buzzer beater by Westbrook.

Guys are starting to bend over and you can see the fatigue setting in at the beginning of the third overtime. Durant worked his magic and scored 7 points in this last overtime ending the game with a smooth crossover and a fadeaway jump shot on Shane Battier.

Westbrook finished the game with 40 points and Durant scored 35.  The Grizzlies got another good game from their big men with Zach Randolph scoring 34 points and 16 rebounds while Marc Gasol finished with 26 points and 21 rebounds. Game 5 will be back in Oklahoma wednesday night. Can OKC put the nail in the coffin with a victory? Stay tuned.


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Mavericks advance to the Western Conference Finals by embarrassing the Lakers 122-86.

Jason Terry celebrates after hitting another 3-pointer. He went 9 for 10 behind the arc as the Mavericks swept the Lakers
 to advance to the Western Conference Finals.   photo taken by Louis DeLuca/Dallas Morning News

SoSportz.com- Down 3-0 to the Dallas Mavericks, Kobe Bryant felt like the Lakers still had a chance to win the series. He was dead wrong. The Mavs embarrassed the Lakers and ended Phil Jackson's career with a 122-86 thrashing. They put an end to the Lakers dynasty in fashion.

Jason Terry caught fire shooting 11 of 14 from the field and hitting 9 of 10 three pointers. He finished the game with 32 points and 4 assists and was very thankful for having a good shooting night. "This was a great night. I'm very thankful that I had a hot hand" said Terry. 

The business like Lakers lost their composure towards the end when Lamar Odom put a forearm in Dirk Nowitzki's chest and Andrew Bynum gave Jose Barea a cheap shot to the ribs which resulted in both players being ejected from the game.

Will there be a shake-up to the Lakers roster next season? Are the rumors true about Dwight Howard aka Superman becoming a Laker? Will Pau Gasol be wearing purple and gold again?  One thing we know for sure is that the Lakers were swept 4-0 and it will be a long off-season for the organization. The Mavs now awaits the winner of the Memphis Grizzlies and OKC Thunder series. They will be well rested, ready, and hungry for either team.

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DONALD COFER- FCA NIGHTHAWKS (Memphis, TN)

Tell everybody about yourself?
I'm a 5,11 PG/SG in high school. I love to watch and play basketball and work hard day in and day out to be better than everyone else. I love hanging out with my family friends and girlfriend

What was your best game?
My best game this year was in a tournament in Missouri which I was in foul trouble the entire game. I fouled out with 29 points, 3 assist, 7 rebounds, and 2 steals. It was close the whole game but we won by 5.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
My weakest part of my game is dribbling. I'm working hard to fix that and alot of footwork things.

How do you make your team better?
Well I help my team by defense, scoring, and being a leader on and off the court.

What is your dream college?
My dream college is UCLA because my cousin played there and I'm from California. I love it there and going to move back when I get in college.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
Go hard day in and day out and work to be the best.

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Blake Griffin wins Rookie of the Year

SoSportz.com- Blake Griffin had an amazing year with amazing highlights that sent shock waves through the NBA nation. He could have been down on himself for missing his first season in the NBA but through hard work and dedication, he came back even better. Griffin will be providing us with highlights for years to come. Don't miss this exciting ride.

Blake Griffin was unanimously voted the top rookie.

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ANDER GALFSKY- LAUSANNE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL (MEMPHIS, TN)

Tell everybody about yourself?
I am a 6’3 combo guard who loves basketball. I love hanging out with my friends, family, and playing all sports..

What was your best game?
My best game this year was in a Christmas tournament in Arkansas. I finished that game with 22 points, 12 rebounds, 8 assist, 1 steal, and 1 block.

Who is the best player you have played against?
The best player I had to play against was Elliot Williams who plays for the Trailblazers. The best player I have had to play against this year was Jarnell Stokes.

What can you do to make yourself better in your sport?
I can make myself better by always trying to get better and working harder then everyone else because no matter what you can always improve.

How do you make your team better?
By coming to work everyday and being a leader on and off the court.

What college program would you like to play for?
Maryland is my dream college because ever since I was little I have wanted to go there, and I like the way Gary Williams runs his team.

What advice can you give other student-athletes?
To never give up and to continue to work not just on the court, but also in the classroom.

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Grizzlies shock top seeded Spurs

SoSportz.com- The Memphis Grizzlies made history today by winning their first playoff game in franchise history by shocking top seeded San Antonio Spurs 101-98.  It was a back and forth game until Shane Battier hit a clutch 3 pointer with 23.9 seconds left to put the Grizzlies up by 3 to seal the win.  Zach Randolph (25 pts) and Marc Gasol (24 pts) were the stars of the game combining for 49 points. The Spurs were without Manu Ginobili and one can say that was the difference of the game but the Grizzlies were also without their star player as well, Rudy Gay. Game 2 will be played Wednesday in San Antonio.  Are the Grizzlies a true threat to the Spurs?  I think they are and will win the series.

Zach Randolph(#50) drives to the basket against DeJaun Blair(#45) in the
1st round of the NBA Playoffs.