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Grizzlies Open 4-0 After Holding Off Jazz 110-105

Memphis matches its best start in more than a decade, with Portland next on October 29
Chris Paris

Chris Paris

Oct 28, 2026

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The Memphis Grizzlies are undefeated through their first four games after holding off the Utah Jazz 110-105 on Monday, October 26.

 

It's the franchise's first 4-0 start since the 2014–15 season, offering Memphis fans an encouraging beginning to the 2026–27 NBA campaign.

 

The victory followed wins against Utah in the home opener, Golden State on the road, and Sacramento.

 

A close finish in Salt Lake City

 

Memphis built a double-digit lead before Utah rallied in the fourth quarter.

 

The Jazz cut the margin to one possession, but crucial late free throws helped the Grizzlies protect the win.

 

Ty Jerome scored 15 points and converted two key foul shots in the closing seconds.

 

Cedric Coward finished with 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Jaylen Wells added 14 points.

 

Cam Boozer and Jerami Grant scored 13 each, as the Grizzlies leaned on contributions throughout the rotation.

 

Utah's Keyonte George led all scorers with 26 points.

 

The Jazz lost Lauri Markkanen and former Memphis star Jaren Jackson Jr. to injuries during the game.

 

Four wins, four different tests

 

Memphis began the season with a 123-103 home victory over Utah on October 21, followed by a 111-108 win at Golden State on October 23.

 

A 123-112 victory over Sacramento on October 25 set up the latest win in Utah on the second night of a back-to-back.

 

Strong starts matter, but a four-game sample is still early in an 82-game season.

 

The team will need sustained defense, healthy players, and reliable depth to keep its momentum.

 

Next game

 

Memphis is scheduled to visit the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday, October 29.

 

For fans across the Mid-South, the 4-0 start is a reason for excitement—and the next challenge arrives quickly.

 

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