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Grizzlies open preseason with win over Hawks behind Boozer's effort

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Grizzlies open preseason with win over Hawks behind Boozer's effort

Summary

The Memphis Grizzlies showcased strong performance in their preseason opener against the Atlanta Hawks on October 5, winning 132-123. After trailing by 11 points early, the Grizzlies rebounded to lead by 20 at halftime. GG Jackson led Memphis with 14 points, while rookie Cam Boozer contributed 11 points, five rebounds, four assists, and two steals. The Hawks made a late run in the fourth quarter as the Grizzlies rested their starters. Memphis will host the Orlando Magic on October 7 for their preseason home opener.

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Status Watch

•Memphis scored 81 points in the first half, shooting 60%
•Cam Boozer impressed with 11 points and multiple contributions
•Zach Edey sat out, while Isaiah Stewart left with an ankle injury
•Grizzlies host Orlando Magic in their next preseason game on October 7

Latest Updates

1:34 AMYahoo Sports — Watch Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer swish in first career NBA preseason bucket in style
1:31 AMYahoo Sports — New-look Grizzlies, Cam Boozer make strong preseason impression vs Hawks

What they're saying

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Memphis Grizzlies rookie forward Cameron Boozer has arrived in the NBA preseason. The first-year player from the Duke Blue Devils basketball program announced his presence in Monday night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks with a sweet fadeaway jumper from the left side for his first career bucket in the preseason. Interestingly enough, Boozer […] The post Watch Grizzlies rookie Cameron Boozer swish in first career NBA preseason bucket in style appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports