- Matchup: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Utah Jazz
- Date: Monday, October 26, 2026
- Venue: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, UT
- Broadcast: KJZZ
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The Utah Jazz (1-1) are set to host the Memphis Grizzlies (2-0) at the Delta Center this Monday.
In their last outing, the Grizzlies triumphed over the Warriors with a close score of 111-108. Memphis committed 30 personal fouls, while Golden State totaled 27. The Grizzlies hit 14 of 41 shots from beyond the arc, whereas the Warriors boasted an impressive 89.7% from the free-throw line, sinking 26 of 29 attempts. Golden State also collected 41 rebounds (18 offensive, 23 defensive) and had 7 blocks, with 23 assists and 12 steals to their name. In terms of defense, Memphis allowed their opponents to shoot 41.0% from the field, conceding 34 of 83 shots. They managed to secure 27 assists and forced 19 turnovers, along with 7 steals. On the boards, Memphis gathered a total of 47 rebounds, including 18 offensive. They finished the game with a free-throw percentage of 72.7%, converting 16 of 22 attempts, and shot 46.5% overall (40 of 86), including 15 of 39 from three-point range.
Ty Jerome shined bright in this contest, achieving a shooting percentage of 50.0% from the field and dishing out 5 assists. With 32 minutes on the court, he tallied 28 points on 11 of 22 shooting, along with 2 rebounds.
The Grizzlies are boasting a 2-0 record this season. They are averaging 21.0 turnovers per game and committing 28.0 personal fouls. As a unit, Memphis is grabbing 51.0 rebounds per contest and has delivered 50 assists this year, placing them 23rd in the league for passing efficiency. Their three-point shooting stands at 38.4% (28 of 73), with a free-throw percentage of 76.0%. Memphis scores an average of 117.0 points per game, ranking 12th in the league, while shooting 46.9% overall.
Defensively, the Grizzlies force their opponents into 18.5 turnovers per game and draw 25.0 fouls, ranking 6th in the league for assists allowed, with 48 given up this season. They concede a field goal percentage of 43.7% (69 of 158) and allow 39.5 rebounds per game, giving up 34.2% on three-point attempts and ranking 5th in points allowed per game (105.5).
In their previous matchup, the Jazz defeated the Pelicans 120-119. Utah secured 28 defensive rebounds and 14 offensive rebounds, totaling 42 for the game. They turned the ball over 18 times while achieving 4 steals. The Pelicans committed 29 fouls, sending the Jazz to the free-throw line for 33 attempts, of which they converted 25 for a percentage of 75.8%. From beyond the arc, Utah made 13 of 35 attempts (37.1%). They finished the game shooting 48.8% overall (41 of 84), while allowing the Pelicans to shoot 50.6% on 44 of 87 shots. The Jazz permitted New Orleans to grab 37 rebounds, including 9 offensive boards.
Jaren Jackson Jr. played a key role in this game, scoring 24 points in 33 minutes, ramping up 3 assists, and snagging 10 rebounds with a field goal percentage of 46.7% (7 of 15).
Currently, Utah holds a 1-1 win-loss record this season. They average 22.0 personal fouls per game and convert 71.2% of their free throws. The Jazz hand out 28.0 assists per game (8th in the league) and commit 18.0 turnovers. With a total of 223 points so far, they average 111.5 points per game and gather 40.0 rebounds per contest. Utah’s offense shoots 47.8% from the field, ranking 10th in the NBA.
On defense, the Jazz rank 22nd in points allowed per game, averaging 121.0. They force opponents into 15.0 turnovers per game while allowing a shooting percentage of 48.9% (26th in the league). Utah allows 35.0% of three-point shots to be successful (21 of 60), with opponents making 81.8% of their free throws. The Jazz yield 20.5 assists and 46.0 rebounds per game, ranking 5th and 18th in the NBA, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA battle against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Memphis
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