OKC Blue falls short in comeback attempt against Memphis Hustle

G League squad drops 115-108 decision despite strong fourth-quarter push

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:51am

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The OKC Blue's comeback bid fell just short as they lost 115-108 to the Memphis Hustle in a G League matchup on Saturday. The Blue trailed by as many as 23 points in the third quarter before rallying in the final frame, but ultimately couldn't complete the comeback.

Why it matters

The loss drops the OKC Blue's record to 11-21 on the season, as they continue to struggle to find consistency in the highly competitive G League. The game featured strong individual performances on both sides, highlighting the talent level in the developmental league.

The details

The Blue fell behind early, trailing 36-31 after the first quarter. They were able to cut the deficit to one at halftime, but a 33-15 third quarter put them in a big hole. The Blue dominated the fourth quarter 30-18 to make it close, but couldn't overcome the large deficit, falling by seven points.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 22, 2026.
  • The Blue trailed 64-63 at halftime.
  • The Hustle outscored the Blue 33-15 in the third quarter.

The players

Nikola Topic

Scored 15 points with five assists and three rebounds for the Blue.

Zhaire Smith

Led the Blue with 21 points, six rebounds and three assists.

Eric Dixon

Scored a game-high 32 points with nine rebounds and four assists for the Hustle.

Orlando Robinson

Recorded a double-double of 30 points and 11 rebounds for the Hustle.

Colby Jones

Contributed 16 points, four rebounds and two assists for the Hustle.

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What they’re saying

“We made it interesting in the fourth quarter, but we just dug ourselves too big of a hole to climb out of.”

— Nikola Topic, OKC Blue Player

What’s next

The OKC Blue will look to bounce back in their next game against the Sioux Falls Skyforce on March 25.

The takeaway

Despite the loss, the OKC Blue showed fight in their fourth-quarter comeback attempt, demonstrating the team's resilience and the high level of competition in the G League. The game featured standout individual performances on both sides, showcasing the talent pipeline of the developmental league.