The National Basketball Association famously called the NBA, is one of the biggest sporting leagues in the world. Not only the biggest sporting league but also one of the most competitive. It all began in the year 1946, when the first season took place between 11 teams, and in 2024, the 78th NBA season will be taking place with a total of 30 teams competing for glory.
Well, every game played in the league is always a neck-to-neck battle from quarter to quarter. Some games end up being one-point victories, and some go to extra time. But on several occasions, NBA fans have also witnessed one-sided games. So, let’s take a look at the most one-sided games in NBA history.
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Most one-sided games in NBA history
- Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder (152-79)
- Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder (152-95)
- Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors (162-99)
Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder (152-79)
The game took place in December 2021, when the Grizzlies completely bashed out the Thunder. This is also the biggest margin win in NBA history, as the Grizzlies won the match with a 73-point lead. Grizzlies player Jaren Jackson led the destructive game with 27 points, followed by his eight teammates, who ended up with double digits in their points tally.
Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
Grizzlies | 31 | 41 | 41 | 39 | 152 |
Thunder | 16 | 20 | 26 | 17 | 79 |
Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder (152-95)
2021 was a year to forget for the Thunder. A few months ago, against the Grizzlies, they had a 73-point loss, and in May 2021, they again faced a 57-point loss. The Pacers players were playing their A+ game against the Thunder. 42 points in the first quarter, 40 points in the second, and 44 points in the third quarter. On the other hand, the Thunder managed to score 70 points in the first three quarters.
Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
Thunder | 42 | 40 | 44 | 26 | 152 |
Pacers | 29 | 17 | 24 | 25 | 95 |
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Los Angeles Lakers vs Golden State Warriors (162-99)
The game took place in March 1972, when the Lakers were dominating the entire NBA season. They were on a 33-game winning streak and also won the 1972 NBA Finals. This was one of the games in their legendary run in the NBA, and they managed to win by 63 points. They scored 40+ points in three out of the four quarters and made the game look completely one-sided.
Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
Lakers | 42 | 29 | 49 | 42 | 162 |
Warriors | 24 | 32 | 21 | 22 | 99 |
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FAQs
Q: Which is the most one-sided game in NBA history?
Ans: Grizzlies vs Thunder game is considered to be the most one-sided game in NBA history. 152-79 was the scorecard of the legendary game where the Grizzlies managed to secure a 73-point win.
Q: What is the highest win margin in NBA history?
Ans: Memphis Grizzlies have set the highest win margin record in the NBA of 73 points.
Q: What is the biggest point differential in NBA History?
Ans: 73 points is the biggest point differential in NBA History.
Q: Has there ever been 200 points in the NBA?
Ans: As of now, No team has managed to score 200 points.
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