Williamson scores 25 as Pelicans edge Grizzlies 135-134 in overtime
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Zion Williamson scored 25 points, including nine in overtime, to help the New Orleans Pelicans defeat the Memphis Grizzlies 135-134 on November 3 in Memphis. Jeremiah Fears added two crucial free throws with 7.3 seconds remaining. The Pelicans' victory snapped the Grizzlies' six-game winning streak and marked their first loss of the season. Ty Jerome led Memphis with 40 points, including nine points in the final 1:43 of regulation to force overtime. New Orleans, missing several key players due to personal reasons and injuries, secured the win despite a competitive performance from Memphis. Following the final buzzer, tensions escalated between the teams, requiring separation by officials.
- •Pelicans improve to 3-2 with the win.
- •Grizzlies fall to 6-1, matching their best start in franchise history.
- •Jeremiah Fears' free throws were pivotal in the final moments.
- •Ty Jerome scored 40 points in a losing effort.
- •Next games: Pelicans host Jazz; Grizzlies host Pacers on Wednesday.
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Williamson's 25 points, free throws by Fears, give Pelicans 135-134 win over Grizzlies in overtime.
"(AP) — Zion Williamson scored 25 points including nine in overtime, Jeremiah Fears hit two free throws with 7.3 seconds left, and the New Orleans Pelicans handed the Memphis Grizzlies their first loss of the season, 135-134 on Monday night.
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