Grizzlies’ 5-0 Start Marks Franchise Rarity
7 sourcesUpdated Nov 2, 20261 min read
The Memphis Grizzlies have opened the season 5-0, an unexpected turnaround for a young team widely viewed as rebuilding after trading away much of its previous core. Their 124-103 win over Portland capped a four-game road trip, and rookie Cameron Boozer made NBA history as the second-youngest player to record a triple-double, with 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. Ty Jerome has also helped fuel the start with strong scoring, while returning and developing players have contributed to a more competitive, cohesive roster. Memphis is one of the league’s few unbeaten teams, but the season is still young; historical results offer reason for optimism, not a guarantee of playoff success. It is only the second time in franchise history the Grizzlies have started 5-0, matching the opening stretch of the 2014-15 team, which went on to win 55 games.
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“Grizzlies’ 5-0 Start Marks Franchise Rarity”Ty Jerome has been key in keeping Memphis undefeated so far, though sustaining this pace all season will be the real test.
Boozer's triple-double as a rookie stands out, but the whole Grizzlies squad looks more cohesive than expected after the rebuild.
