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Ty Jerome’ S Career-High 45 Points Leads Grizzlies to a 123-103 Victory over Jazz
- 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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Grizzlies’ Ty Jerome stuns NBA with historic 45 points as wild career trajectory takes hold for 29-year-old
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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The Hamilton SpectatorTy 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. The game featured two of the top rookies in the current class: Utah picked Darryn Peterson of...
The Memphis Grizzlies, coached by Tuomas Iisalo, defeated the Utah Jazz in the NBA's "Finnish encounter".
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