Peterson Scores 9 in Jazz Debut as Grizzlies Roll to 123-103 Victory over Utah in Season Opener
Jerome set a franchise record for a season opener as Memphis shot 47% and outrebounded Utah 55-38 in a 20-point win.
- On Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Utah Jazz 123-103 at FedExForum, with guard Ty Jerome scoring a franchise-record 45 points in the season opener.
- Memphis dominated the game, outrebounding Utah 55-38 and shooting 47% from the field and 38% from 3-point range, which allowed the hosts to extend their lead to 27 points.
- Utah Jazz forward Ace Bailey went scoreless in 13 first-half minutes, while rookies Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer combined for 16 points while struggling with their shooting efficiency.
- Defensive breakdowns frustrated Utah Jazz coach Will Hardy, who shook his head in disbelief as the team allowed 23 fast-break points and repeated open 3-pointers throughout the contest.
- The Jazz will host New Orleans on Friday, as forward Jaren Jackson Jr. continues integrating into his new team following his return to Memphis for the season opener.
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Ty Jerome started the season with a career-high 45 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Utah Jazz 123-103. The guard made 17 of 25 field goals, made five 3-pointers and added seven rebounds and six assists in 32 minutes. Memphis trailed 29-31 after the first quarter, but turned the game around before halftime. The Grizzlies won the second period 35-20 and went into the locker room with a 64-51 lead. The home team also took the third qu…
Ty Jerome puts up career-best 45 points as Grizzlies stomp Jazz
Ty Jerome’ s career-high 45 points leads Grizzlies to a 123-103 victory over Jazz
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Ty Jerome scored a career-high 45 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a third-quarter rally enroute to a 123-103 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams.
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Ty Jerome' s career-high 45 points leads Grizzlies to a 123-103 victory over Jazz
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Ty Jerome scored a career-high 45 points as the Memphis Grizzlies used a third-quarter rally enroute to a 123-103 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams.
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