The Memphis Grizzlies extended their unbeaten start to the NBA season with a dominant 136-105 win over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. The victory improved Memphis to 6-0, matching the best start in franchise history first achieved during the 2014-15 season.
Rookie forward Cam Boozer led the Grizzlies with a career-high 27 points on 8-of-14 shooting, while also grabbing nine rebounds. Isaiah Stewart provided a significant boost off the bench, scoring a season-high 24 points in just 21 minutes, converting 8 of 9 shots. The Grizzlies’ bench combined for 81 points in total, highlighting the team’s depth and efficiency.
Memphis was particularly effective from beyond the arc, connecting on 19 of 38 three-point attempts (50%). GG Jackson contributed 21 points off the bench, shooting a perfect 5-for-5 from three-point range and converting 7 of 10 shots overall. Jerami Grant also added 14 points. Point guard Cam Spencer orchestrated the offense with 10 points and 13 assists, notably finishing the game without a turnover.
For the Kings, rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. delivered a standout performance despite the loss, scoring a career-high 38 points. Acuff went 9-for-14 from three-point range, leading Sacramento’s offensive efforts.
Other NBA action on Saturday featured several notable performances. The Philadelphia 76ers edged the Charlotte Hornets 109-104, while the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 121-111. The Houston Rockets overtook the Oklahoma City Thunder 119-98, and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Utah Jazz 112-90. Additionally, the New Orleans Pelicans topped the Atlanta Hawks 121-99, and the Cleveland Cavaliers secured a 136-111 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Numerous players across the league set season or career highs, contributing to an eventful opening weekend of basketball.