The Golden State Warriors put on an offensive clinic in Memphis on Thursday, February 26, 2026, crushing the Memphis Grizzlies 133–112 behind a dominant bench performance, a franchise-record 37 assists, and a career-best showcase from second-year forward Malevy Leons. Brandin Podziemski ran the show from the backcourt with 19 points and 6 assists, and the Warriors' bench outscored Memphis' reserves by a staggering 52–39 margin.
Warriors vs Grizzlies Final Score: GSW 133, MEM 112
Golden State seized command early, outscoring Memphis 40–22 in the second quarter to build a lead that ballooned to 32 points — the game's biggest margin. The Grizzlies showed fight in the fourth quarter with a 36-point period, but by that point the outcome had been decided for 24 minutes. The Warriors shot a scorching 53.3% from the floor and 41.3% from three, piling up 29 second-chance points and 17 fast break points in a complete team performance.
The 37 assists were a season high and a statement of how fluidly Steve Kerr's system is running. The Warriors converted Memphis' 16 turnovers into a punishing 33 points off turnovers — the most decisive single statistical category of the night.
Brandin Podziemski Delivers as Warriors' Engine — 19 Points, 8 Rebounds, 6 Assists
Brandin Podziemski was the Warriors' most complete performer of the night, finishing with 19 points on 6-of-14 shooting with 3 triples, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and a plus-22 rating. His second-chance work was particularly impressive — he grabbed every offensive board he could reach and converted them into 6 second-chance points on a perfect 2-of-2 clip. Podziemski's 60.3% true shooting percentage confirmed a focused and efficient outing from the second-year guard.
After a rough first half against the Lakers on Sunday night where he went 0-for-5 from three, the Grizzlies game showed the Brandin Podziemski who was generating serious buzz earlier in the season — assertive, decisive, and clearly the heartbeat of Golden State's second unit offense.
Malevy Leons Steals the Show: 9 Points, 8 Rebounds, 5 Offensive Boards, 3 Steals
The most eye-catching stat line of the Warriors vs Grizzlies game belonged to Malevy Leons, Golden State's 21-year-old forward from the Netherlands. Leons posted 9 points, 8 rebounds — including a remarkable 5 offensive boards — 2 steals, 1 block, and 2 assists, finishing as a plus-3 in a performance that left coaches and analysts reaching for superlatives. His 9 second-chance points on 4 attempts was the most explosive individual second-chance output of any Warriors player on the night.
Leons' offensive rebounding percentage of 35.3% for the game is an elite mark by any standard. He attacked the glass relentlessly and punished Memphis inside, converting with 66.6% true shooting efficiency. For a player still learning the rhythms of the NBA, this was a statement performance that will fuel serious minutes discussions heading into Golden State's playoff push.
Key Team Stats: Warriors vs Grizzlies
| Category | Golden State Warriors | Memphis Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 133 | 112 |
| FG% | 53.3% | 48.8% |
| 3PT% | 41.3% | 41.5% |
| Assists | 37 | 30 |
| Rebounds | 56 | 39 |
| Second Chance Pts | 29 | 17 |
| Points Off Turnovers | 33 | 14 |
| Bench Points | 52 | 39 |
| Biggest Lead | 32 | 1 |
Will Richard and Gui Santos Round Out a Brilliant Warriors Bench Night
Will Richard did not feature in this particular box score, but Gui Santos delivered one of the most efficient games by any Warrior all season — 17 points on a staggering 92.9% effective field goal percentage, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block, and a game-high plus-21 rating. Santos shot 6-of-7 from the floor and converted all 4 of his free throw attempts, tormenting the Grizzlies in transition and in the mid-post with equal comfort.
Gary Payton II added 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting with 3 steals and 4 assists, while Pat Spencer orchestrated the second unit with 9 assists against just 2 turnovers. The Warriors' next game is Tuesday, March 3, at home against the LA Clippers, tipping off at 10:00 p.m. ET at Chase Center, available on ESPN and NBA League Pass.
