The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Utah Jazz 123-103 on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with Ty Jerome leading all scorers with 45 points. Jerome added seven rebounds and six assists at FedExForum as Memphis opened its season with a win, overcoming an early deficit through strong middle quarters and a substantial rebounding advantage.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

First Quarter: Jazz Take a Narrow Lead

Utah opened with a 31-29 first quarter, giving the visitors a two-point advantage. It was the only period in which the Jazz outscored Memphis.

Second Quarter: Memphis Takes Control

The Grizzlies changed the game with a 35-20 second quarter. That 15-point advantage turned their early deficit into a 64-51 halftime lead, establishing the separation Utah could not erase.

Third Quarter: Grizzlies Extend Their Advantage

Memphis maintained its scoring pace after halftime, outscoring Utah 34-28. The Grizzlies reached 98 points through three quarters and entered the fourth ahead 98-79.

Fourth Quarter: Memphis Completes the Win

The final period was nearly even, with Memphis holding a 25-24 edge. The Grizzlies finished with a 20-point victory in regulation before an announced crowd of 17,276.

Key Performers

  • Ty Jerome, Memphis: Led all scorers with 45 points, adding seven rebounds and a team-high six assists. His scoring accounted for 36.6% of the Grizzlies’ total.
  • Cameron Boozer, Memphis: Collected a game-high 11 rebounds, helping Memphis establish a clear advantage on the boards.
  • Keyonte George, Utah: Led the Jazz with 22 points and a team-high five assists.
  • Lauri Markkanen, Utah: Paced Utah with nine rebounds.

NerdSports Stat: Memphis outscored Utah 69-48 across the second and third quarters—a 21-point advantage that exceeded its final winning margin of 20 points.

Game Analysis: Rebounding and Shot Volume Separate Memphis

The teams finished relatively close in field-goal percentage, but Memphis created a significant advantage in shooting volume. The Grizzlies collected 55 rebounds to Utah’s 38 and attempted 93 field goals compared with the Jazz’s 76. Without an offensive-rebound or turnover breakdown, the precise sources of that attempt gap cannot be fully established, but the extra opportunities were a clear feature of the result.

Memphis made 44 field goals at 47.3%, while Utah converted 35 at 46.1%. The Grizzlies also held the advantage from beyond the arc, making 13 of 34 attempts for 38.2%, compared with the Jazz’s 11 of 33 for 33.3%.

Free throws offered Utah an opportunity to narrow the difference, but both teams finished with 22 makes. Memphis needed 28 attempts, shooting 78.6%, while Utah took 33 and converted 66.7%. The Jazz recorded more assists, 25-23, but that edge did not offset Memphis’ greater field-goal production and Jerome’s scoring.

Closing Context: Memphis Opens 1-0

The Grizzlies moved to 1-0 overall and at home, while the Jazz fell to 0-1 overall and on the road. Memphis also claimed the first meeting between the teams this season. Both return to action Friday, October 23: Memphis hosts the Golden State Warriors at 7:00 p.m. PDT, and Utah hosts the New Orleans Pelicans at 6:30 p.m. PDT.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Memphis Grizzlies vs Utah Jazz game on October 21, 2026?

The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Utah Jazz 123-103 on October 21, 2026.

How many points did Ty Jerome score?

Ty Jerome scored 45 points. His individual shooting percentage was not provided in the available game statistics.

What are the Memphis Grizzlies’ standings after this game?

After the win, Memphis sits 1-0 in the Western Conference.

Who was the best player in the game?

Ty Jerome was the standout performer with 45 points, seven rebounds and six assists.