Oct 23, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) passes away from defensive pressure by Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
Oct 23, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) passes away from defensive pressure by Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
The Golden State Warriors had this game won. Up 12 points with less than four minutes remaining, they looked ready to protect home court against the Memphis Grizzlies.
Instead, Golden State suffered one of the most painful collapses imaginable, going scoreless from the field down the stretch and watching a comfortable lead disappear in a stunning 111-108 defeat.
Stephen Curry finished with 24 points, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg delivered an impressive 18-point, 13-rebound, six-assist performance in his home debut. Brandin Podziemski also contributed 18 points, and Golden State looked in control after taking a 90-84 lead into the fourth quarter.
Then everything fell apart.
After De’Anthony Melton’s three-pointer put the Warriors ahead 106-94 with 3:47 remaining, Golden State missed nine consecutive shots and failed to make another field goal. Memphis responded with a decisive 17-0 run, capped by rookie Cameron Boozer‘s go-ahead jumper with 20 seconds left. Ty Jerome led the Grizzlies with 28 points, while Boozer finished with 25 points and 13 rebounds.
Curry had a chance to help stop the collapse, but Zach Edey blocked his late three-point attempt. The Warriors never recovered, turning what should have been a satisfying home victory into a devastating loss. Here are the player ratings from Golden State’s defeat.
Yaxel Lendeborg: A-
Game Stats: 18 PTS, 13 REB, 6 AST, 3 STL, 6 TOV, 4-11 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 9-12 FT, 37 MIN
Lendeborg put together an outstanding all-around performance in his home debut, finishing with 18 points, 13 rebounds, and six assists. He also recorded three steals and converted nine of his 12 free throws. His seven offensive rebounds were particularly impressive, creating additional opportunities for the Warriors throughout the game. However, six turnovers and a 4-11 shooting performance limited his efficiency, while his minus-nine rating reflected Golden State’s broader struggles.
Stephen Curry: B
Game Stats: 24 PTS, 2 REB, 4 AST, 5-15 FG, 3-10 3-PT FG, 11-11 FT, 30 MIN
Curry scored 24 points, but this was a frustrating night for the Warriors’ superstar. He shot just 5-15 from the field and 3-10 from three-point range, relying on a perfect 11-11 performance at the free-throw line to reach his total. Curry avoided turnovers, which was a positive, but Golden State desperately needed a timely basket during its late collapse. His three-point attempt was blocked by Edey during the comeback, and the Warriors went without another field goal after building their 12-point lead.
Brandin Podziemski: B
Game Stats: 18 PTS, 2 REB, 3 AST, 3 STL, 1 BLK, 4 TOV, 7-17 FG, 2-8 3-PT FG, 2-2 FT, 33 MIN
Podziemski recorded 18 points, two rebounds, and three assists while shooting 7-17 from the field. He connected on two three-pointers and made both free throws, but four turnovers contributed to Golden State’s mistakes. Podziemski hit a go-ahead three-pointer late in the third quarter and helped the Warriors establish their advantage, making the eventual collapse even more painful. He also missed a late three during Memphis’ comeback, but his overall performance was more productive than the final result suggests.
Gui Santos: B-
Game Stats: 5 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 1-3 FG, 1-1 3-PT FG, 2-2 FT, 20 MIN
Santos finished with five points, four rebounds, and two assists in 20 minutes. He knocked down his only three-point attempt, converted both free throws, and avoided turnovers. His plus-14 rating was the best among the Warriors’ rotation players, suggesting Golden State performed well during his time on the court. Santos also added a steal and a block, providing useful energy on both ends. His limited scoring volume prevents a higher grade, but he was one of the few Warriors with a notably positive plus-minus.
Gary Payton II: B-
Game Stats: 7 PTS, 2 REB, 1 TOV, 3-6 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 11 MIN
Payton scored seven points on 3-6 shooting in 11 minutes. He knocked down one three-pointer, grabbed two rebounds, and committed just one turnover. His plus-six rating was encouraging, and he provided some energy in a limited role. Payton didn’t have enough time to make a major impact, but his efficiency helped the Warriors get useful minutes from their bench.
De’Anthony Melton: B-
Game Stats: 10 PTS, 1 REB, 1 STL, 1 BLK, 4-6 FG, 2-3 3-PT FG, 20 MIN
Melton scored 10 points on an efficient 4-6 shooting performance, including two three-pointers, in 20 minutes. He also recorded a steal and a block without committing a turnover. His three-pointer with 3:47 remaining gave Golden State a 106-94 lead, seemingly putting the game out of reach. Unfortunately, the Warriors couldn’t score again from the field after that basket. Melton did his job offensively, but the team’s inability to close out the game erased the value of that late contribution.
Graham Ike: B-
Game Stats: 10 PTS, 2 REB, 1 AST, 1 STL, 4-7 FG, 2-2 3-PT FG, 12 MIN
Ike contributed 10 points on an efficient 4-7 shooting performance, including two three-pointers, in 12 minutes. He also grabbed two rebounds and recorded a steal without committing a turnover. His plus-minus of minus-16 was concerning, but the rookie made the most of his limited offensive opportunities. Golden State started him to help counter Memphis’ size, and his scoring efficiency was a positive takeaway from an otherwise frustrating night.
Draymond Green: C
Game Stats: 5 PTS, 5 REB, 6 AST, 1 BLK, 5 TOV, 2-4 FG, 1-2 3-PT FG, 31 MIN
Green finished with five points, five rebounds, and six assists in 31 minutes. He shot 2-4 from the field and knocked down one three-pointer, but five turnovers and four fouls undermined his overall contribution. Green helped facilitate the offense, yet Golden State needed more composure from one of its veteran leaders during the disastrous closing stretch.
Georges Niang: C-
Game Stats: 4 PTS, 3 REB, 1 STL, 1 TOV, 2-5 FG, 0-3 3-PT FG, 13 MIN
Niang scored four points and grabbed three rebounds in 13 minutes. He shot 2-5 from the field and missed all three of his three-point attempts, limiting his impact as a floor spacer. He did record a steal and committed just one turnover, but Golden State needed more consistent bench shooting to complement its starting lineup.
Brandon Williams: C-
Game Stats: 4 PTS, 2 REB, 1 AST, 1 STL, 2 TOV, 1-5 FG, 0-3 3-PT FG, 2-2 FT, 9 MIN
Williams scored four points and added two rebounds and one assist in nine minutes. He shot 1-5 from the field but converted both free throws, also recording a steal. Two turnovers and limited shooting efficiency kept his contribution modest. His brief appearance offered some energy, but he wasn’t able to make a significant impact.
Al Horford: C-
Game Stats: 3 PTS, 5 REB, 2 BLK, 1-3 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 19 MIN
Horford scored three points and grabbed five rebounds in 19 minutes, connecting on one of his three field-goal attempts. He also recorded two blocks and avoided turnovers, offering some useful interior defense. However, he didn’t provide much offensively, and his minus-two rating reflected a relatively quiet night.
Will Richard: N/A
Game Stats: 1 STL, 0-1 FG, 3 MIN
Richard played just three minutes and went 0-1 from the field. He recorded a steal but didn’t have enough time to make a meaningful statistical contribution.
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