Memphis Grizzlies 111–108 Golden State Warriors: match recap

Match recap

The Memphis Grizzlies edged out the Golden State Warriors 111-108 in a tight contest, led by Ty Jerome's 28 points and Cameron Boozer's double-double. Despite a strong performance from Stephen Curry (24 points) and Yaxel Lendeborg's 18-point, 13-rebound showing, the Warriors' shooting efficiency and rebounding disadvantages proved costly.

Memphis controlled the game from the start with superior shooting (53.2% FG, 38.5% 3P) and dominated the boards (47-41), holding off a late Golden State push. Ty Jerome and Cameron Boozer were relentless, combining for 53 points and 15 rebounds, while the Warriors relied heavily on free throws (Curry 11-11, Lendeborg 9-12) but couldn't overcome their 47.6% field goal shooting. The Grizzlies' bench, despite being outscored 33-31, got key contributions from Scotty Pippen Jr. (8 points, 6 rebounds) and Cam Spencer (11 points) to maintain the lead.

Key factors

• Memphis shot 53.2% from the field and 38.5% from three, compared to Golden State's 47.6% and 34.1%, creating a +4.9 eFG% advantage.
• The Grizzlies outrebounded the Warriors 47-41, with Cameron Boozer (13) and Zach Edey (10) leading the charge on the glass.
• Golden State's bench outscored Memphis's 33-31, but the Warriors' 18 turnovers (to Memphis's 11) and poor three-point shooting (34.1%) nullified that advantage.

The Analyst's take

The Warriors will need better three-point shooting and ball security to compete against playoff-caliber teams, while the Grizzlies' balanced attack — led by Jerome and Boozer — suggests they can sustain this level against varied defenses.