The Grizzlies are navigating a rough patch this February, dropping six of their last seven games and sitting at 3-6 for the month. It's been a challenging time for Memphis, compounded by their upcoming clash with the Warriors-a team they've struggled against, losing five straight dating back to last season.
Recently, the Grizzlies faced a tough loss to the Kings, a team that had been on a 16-game losing streak. Despite the Kings being shorthanded, Memphis couldn't capitalize, especially struggling in the paint due to their lack of available centers.
While offensive sparks have come from players like Javon Small and Olivier-Maxence Prosper, the Grizzlies are missing the depth needed for rebounds and defensive stops.
The Warriors' Hold Over the Grizzlies
The Grizzlies' last victory over the Warriors was a stunning 51-point blowout on December 19, 2024, where rookie Jaylen Wells impressively limited Steph Curry to just two points. However, since that remarkable win, Memphis hasn't been able to topple Golden State.
Their struggles are well-documented, particularly on the road, but the Warriors also claimed victory in Memphis on April 1, 2025, during Tuomas Iisalo's early days as interim head coach. The Grizzlies later faced heartbreak in the Play-In Tournament, losing 121-116 at the Chase Center.
This season, Memphis has already fallen twice to the Warriors at Chase Center. The first game saw the Grizzlies with Ja Morant and then-Grizzly Jaren Jackson Jr., while the second lacked Steph Curry for the Warriors, yet Memphis faced a diminished roster post-trade deadline.
A Chance for Redemption
Despite their size disadvantage, the Grizzlies have a chance to turn things around. The Warriors, without Steph Curry and sidelined Jimmy Butler, have been struggling offensively. Coming off a tough loss to the 14th-seed New Orleans Pelicans and playing back-to-back games, the Warriors are vulnerable.
The Grizzlies showed promise with a strong performance for three quarters at Chase Center on February 9, only to let a double-digit lead slip away in the fourth. If Memphis can maintain consistency throughout the game, they might just break their losing streak against this challenging opponent. With the 2026 NBA Draft looming, this matchup offers an exciting opportunity for the Grizzlies to make a statement.