"We won't think about the current score, we'll play tonight's game as if it's the first of the series, everyone going all-out, fighting like men."
Before Game 3, Westbrook expressed determination in front of reporters during the Thunders' open practice session.
On the night of the game, the Chesapeake Energy Arena was packed to full capacity.
During the opening ceremony, the cheers of the Oklahoma City fans filled the sky.
Despite being down 0-2, the team's popularity gained from the past was still present.
Neither team made any adjustments to their starting lineups; Little Gasol won the jump-ball over Ibaka, giving the Grizzlies the first offensive opportunity.
The Grizzlies' first offensive play of the evening was commenced by Randolph in the low post, and it was relatively simple, everyone else just clearing space for him.
Randolph's first shot missed.
