Pelicans End Grizzlies’ Undefeated Start in Overtime
The New Orleans Pelicans beat the Memphis Grizzlies 135-134 in overtime in Memphis on November 2, handing them their first loss of the season.
Williamson scored 25 points, with nine coming in the extra period, as New Orleans earned its third straight win. Jeremiah Fears made two free throws with about seven seconds remaining to put the Pelicans ahead. Memphis’ Ty Jerome missed a 15-foot attempt at the buzzer, sealing the result.
Jerome scored 40 points and helped force overtime after Memphis fell behind by nine late in regulation. He scored nine straight points in the final 1:43, tying the game at 124. Karlo Matkovic also had 25 points for New Orleans, while Derik Queen added 20. Cameron Boozer scored 18 for Memphis and Jaylen Wells had 16.
The loss ended Memphis’ run of six victories to start the season. New Orleans outrebounded the Grizzlies 14-11 on the offensive glass, and the Pelicans’ big men created matchup problems. Memphis shot 18-for-40 from three-point range. After the game, players from both teams exchanged shouts at midcourt and were separated.
The Pelicans, who were without Dejounte Murray, Yves Missi and Jordan Poole, are scheduled to host Utah on November 4, 2026. Memphis is due to host Indiana on November 4, 2026.