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The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 131–118 on October 27 at Chase Center, with J. Kuminga and B. Podziemski leading the way with 25 and 23 points respectively. Golden State's offense clicked at 53 percent from the field and 19 three-pointers made, translating to a 124.5 offensive rating that proved decisive against Memphis's 111.0. The Warriors controlled the middle quarters, outscoring the Grizzlies 65–48 in the second and third periods combined, though Memphis rallied with 33 points in the fourth. Ja Morant paced the Grizzlies with 23 points and J. Landale added 17, but Memphis shot just 45.5 percent overall and made only 12 threes while committing 13 turnovers. Golden State's 36 assists and 39 rebounds matched Memphis's board total, though the Warriors' superior three-point volume and efficiency proved the difference. The win signals early-season form for Golden State's perimeter-heavy attack.
