# Utah Jazz Drop Season Opener to Grizzlies

> Utah Jazz lose 103-123 to Memphis Grizzlies in season opener.
- Title: Utah Jazz Drop Season Opener to Grizzlies · Utah Jazz On SI
- Summary: Utah Jazz lose 103-123 to Memphis Grizzlies in season opener. Utah Jazz suffered a blowout loss to Memphis Grizzlies in season opener, highlighting defensive…
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- Source: Utah Jazz On SI — https://si.com/nba/jazz/onsi/3-takeaways-from-jazz-s-blowout-loss-to-grizzlies-in-season-opener
- Published: 2026-10-22T03:01:55+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: utah jazz, memphis grizzlies, nba, season opener, blowout loss, ty jerome, jaren jackson jr, sports
## Jazz Drop Season Opener
Utah Jazz lost 103-123 to Memphis Grizzlies in season opener.
## Jazz Start 0-1
Utah Jazz begin season with 0-1 record after blowout loss.
## Same Problems From Last Season
Jazz outrebounded 17 boards, had perimeter defense issues, turnovers and transition defense problems.
## Ty Jerome's 45-Point Game
Ty Jerome scored 45 points, 17 for 25 shooting, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and a logo three.
## Jaren Jackson Jr. Struggles
Jaren Jackson Jr. had minus-17 plus-minus, caused 5 turnovers, and 6 personal fouls.
## Jazz Need Defensive Fixes
Jazz must improve perimeter defense and transition defense to avoid repeat issues.
## Jazz's Season Outlook
Jazz have work to do to reach expected level as breakout candidates.
## Jazz's Next Game
Jazz face next game against Memphis Grizzlies after season opener loss.
## Key takeaway

Utah Jazz suffered a blowout loss to Memphis Grizzlies in season opener, highlighting defensive issues and poor performance.