The Memphis Grizzlies achieved a stunning victory over the Golden State Warriors, winning by a remarkable 51 points with a final score of 144-93. This game, which took place on Thursday night, marked the largest margin of victory in the NBA for the season.
Santi Aldama stood out for the Grizzlies, contributing 21 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. The team also broke a franchise record by sinking 27 three-pointers during the game, surpassing their previous record of 25 against the Houston Rockets in 2023. Other key players for Memphis included Jake LaRavia, who added 19 points, and Jaren Jackson Jr., who scored 17. Luke Kennard also made an impact with 15 points, including five three-pointers.
The Warriors struggled significantly, with Stephen Curry closing the game with only two points and failing to make any field goals, going 0 for 7 overall. His struggles were compounded by the performance of newly acquired point guard Dennis Schröder, who managed just five points on 2-of-12 shooting in his debut for the team. This loss represents the Warriors’ worst defeat since March 3 of last season, when they were beaten by the Boston Celtics.
The first half saw the Grizzlies take a commanding lead, shooting 51% from the field and 48% on three-pointers compared to the Warriors’ dismal 23% shooting and 29% from beyond the arc, resulting in a halftime score of 69-38 in favor of Memphis.
As both teams prepare for their next matchups— the Warriors facing the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Grizzlies taking on the Atlanta Hawks— this game serves as a significant momentum boost for Memphis, who have now won 11 out of their last 13 games.
Overall, this game was a testament to the Grizzlies’ offensive strength and the resilience of their roster, giving fans plenty to be excited about as the season progresses.