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Grizzlies’ 6-0 start gives way to a turnover problem and three straight losses

The Grizzlies opened the season 6-0 and gave everyone a reason to reconsider their expectations. Three straight losses later, they’re providing a reminder that a young team’s progress rarely moves in one direction. The biggest concern is becoming familiar. Memphis…

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 7:29 AM
Grizzlies’ 6-0 start gives way to a turnover problem and three straight losses
Key Things to Know
  • The Memphis Grizzlies have lost three consecutive games after starting the season 6-0, largely due to mounting turnovers.
  • Memphis committed 18 turnovers leading to 30 opponent points in a 128-97 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
  • Oklahoma City was led by Ajay Mitchell with a career-high 35 points and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with 28.
The Story in 60 Seconds

After opening the season with six consecutive victories, the Memphis Grizzlies have dropped three straight games due to ongoing turnover issues. In their most recent defeat, a 128-97 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday, Memphis committed 18 turnovers that led directly to 30 points for Oklahoma City.

The Thunder took full advantage of the mistakes, with Ajay Mitchell scoring a career-high 35 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributing 28, and Jared McCain adding 21. Memphis struggled offensively, shooting 32% from the field and 22% from three-point range despite gathering 13 offensive rebounds and providing rookie Cameron Boozer with valuable ball-handling reps under coach Tuomas Iisalo.

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