Memphis Grizzlies Outpace Atlanta Hawks 132-123 in 2026 Preseason Clash
The Memphis Grizzlies secured a 132-123 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on October 5, 2026, highlighted by a balanced scoring effort and key playmaking from Ty Jerome.
Archive recap · Listed by game date. First published Oct 17, 2026.
In their 2026–27 NBA preseason game on October 5, the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Atlanta Hawks 132–123. Ty Jerome led Memphis with 12 points and a team-high five assists, complementing his scoring with a block. His ability to facilitate the offense was a notable factor in the Grizzlies' balanced attack.
For Atlanta, Corey Kispert stood out with 19 points, including four three-pointers, and added four rebounds and two assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker also contributed 14 points on efficient shooting. Despite these individual performances, the Hawks fell short against Memphis' overall team effort.
GG Jackson contributed 14 points and two rebounds for the Grizzlies, providing additional scoring support alongside Jerome. The contrast between Jerome’s five assists and the Hawks’ leading playmaker's zero assists underlines Memphis’ edge in ball distribution during the game.
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