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What Were the 3 Biggest Takeaways from Grizzlies’ Opening Night?

The Grizzlies kicked their season off with a dominant 123-103 win over the Utah Jazz. It was a great start for a team entering a new era, with Ty Jerome leading the way offensively and Cameron Boozer making his NBA debut.

Kristaps Porzingis News / Fadeaway World / October 23

Memphis Grizzlies Emerge As Potential Trade Suitor For Kristaps Porzingis

The injury bug has struck early for the Golden State Warriors this season. Between Moses Moody and Jimmy Butler, the team is down multiple key players, putting additional pressure on the veteran core to step up and fill in the gaps.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 23

Memphis Grizzlies-Golden State Warriors Preview: Injuries, Odds & Starters

Game date, time and location: Friday, Oct. 23, 9:00 p.m. CST, Chase Center, San Francisco, California TV: WATN-ABC, DAZN (Memphis), NBC Sports Bay Area, Peacock (San Francisco) Radio: 92.9 FM ESPN Radio, 680 AM (Memphis), 97.5 FM (San Francisco), SiriusXM Channel 217 (National) VITALS: The Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors face off.

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Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 23

Grizzlies Find Right Recipe for Wings to Start Season

There were plenty of successful storylines for the Memphis Grizzlies from their season opening victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday. A career and historical night from Ty Jerome, the on-brand impact from Cam Boozer in his NBA Debut, and the much anticipated return of a healthy Zach Edey were among the most fun to see develop.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Ty Jerome News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 23

Ty Jerome May Bring the Grizzlies Back to Western Conference Relevancy

It was just two short months ago that an anonymous scour released his opinion on the Memphis Grizzlies and how they are closer to contention than many may believe.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 22

Memphis Grizzlies ride veteran wave as Jerome powers opening night rout

It's a rebuilding season for the Memphis Grizzlies. The team is among the youngest in the NBA, and led by Rookie of the Year candidate Cameron Boozer. Therefore, Memphis should embrace what comes with that reality.

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Angel Reese and Atlanta Dream help WNBA Finals make history

Fever undergo another major leadership change by parting ways with GM Amber Cox

Enes Kanter Freedom denied entry after refusing WNBA Finals suite

Angel Reese goes viral for postgame dance moves in WNBA Finals

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 22

The Odd Yet On-Brand NBA Debut of Cam Boozer

The Memphis Grizzlies were a fun choice for many when it came to choosing a team that could exceed expectations this season. One reason why is because of the winning impact that several Grizzlies displayed when healthy during the 2025-2026 season.

Ty Jerome News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

Grizzlies star Ty Jerome goes off for a historic performance in win vs. Jazz

The Memphis Grizzlies opened their 2026-27 NBA campaign with a comfortable 123-103 win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday at FedExForum, thanks to a historic performance from Ty Jerome.

Ty Jerome News / Field Level Media / October 21

Ty Jerome puts up career-best 45 points as Grizzlies stomp Jazz

Ty Jerome scored a career-high 45 points, leading the Memphis Grizzlies to a 123-103 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Wednesday in the opening game of the season for both teams.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 21

Rookie Projections for Boozer, Grizzlies as Season Begins Today

The NBA season made it’s debut yesterday. The Memphis Grizzlies make their debut tonight at 8:00PM EST against the Utah Jazz. Jazz brings 2nd overall pick Darryn Peterson to town who has looked the part in one of the deepest draft classes of all time.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 21

Memphis Grizzlies-Utah Jazz Preview: Injuries, Odds, Starters

Game date, time and location: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7:00 p.m. CST, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee TV: DAZN (Memphis), KJZZ Channel 14, Jazz+ (Utah) Radio: 92.9 FM ESPN Radio, 680 AM (Memphis), 97.5 FM, 1280 AM (Utah) VITALS: The Memphis Grizzlies and Utah Jazz face off for an opening night showdown.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 21

Predicting the Memphis Grizzlies Record Through the First Ten Games of the Season

The Memphis Grizzlies have an opportunity to get off to a strong start to the 2026-27 NBA season, with a schedule that features several winnable matchups during their first 10 games.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 21

A whole new Memphis Grizzlies world begins tonight

The start of any NBA season - or sports season in general - is filled with optimism and uncertainty. Did that trade, or that signing, or that departure, make a difference or not?

Walter Clayton Jr. News / Fadeaway World / October 21

Mavericks Emerge As Potential Suitor For Walter Clayton Jr. After Grizzlies Waiver

October 19 was a difficult day for several players around the league, as many found themselves being waived ahead of the opening night roster deadline.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 21

3 Reasons to Watch: Grizzlies vs. Jazz Season Opener

Six months and nine days removed from a 132-101 finale in Houston that closed out a 25-57 season, the Grizzlies are back. Memphis opens its season and home slate Wednesday against Utah at FedExForum, 7 p.m.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / October 20

Grizzlies pick up options on Zach Edey, Cedric Coward

The Grizzlies have exercised their 2027-28 team options on Zach Edey and Cedric Coward, the team announced Tuesday. Edey’s fourth-year option is worth approximately $8.07 million, while Coward’s third-year option comes in at $6.29 million.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / October 20

Grizzlies Exercise Options On Edey, Coward For 2027/28

The Grizzlies have picked up a pair of rookie scale team options for the 2027/28 season, the team announced today in a press release (Twitter link). Memphis has exercised Zach Edey’s $8.07MM fourth-year option, as well as Cedric Coward’s $6.29MM third-year option.

Cameron Boozer News / The Lead / October 20

What Would a Successful Rookie Season Look Like for Cameron Boozer?

Cameron Boozer enters his rookie season with high expectations after the Memphis Grizzlies selected the 6-foot-10 power forward with the third overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 19

Grizzlies waive ex-first round pick despite trade rumors

The Memphis Grizzlies on Monday waived former first-round pick Walter Clayton Jr. and 2025 second-round selection Micah Peavy, finalizing their roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA regular season.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Grizzlies waive Zach Cleveland; Lakers cut two players

The Grizzlies have waived forward Zach Cleveland, the team announced in a press release (via Twitter). Cleveland had been on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract.

Lakers looking to trade Dalton Knecht as roster deadline looms

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