Grizzlies Face Nets in Brooklyn Matchup

Memphis looks to bounce back after loss to Clippers as Brooklyn aims to end skid

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Memphis Grizzlies (23-39) will take on the Brooklyn Nets (16-47) at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on Monday, March 9, 2026. The Grizzlies are coming off a close 123-120 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, while the Nets are looking to snap a multi-game losing streak after defeating the Detroit Pistons 107-105 in their last outing.

Why it matters

This matchup features two teams headed in opposite directions this NBA season. The Grizzlies are fighting to stay in playoff contention in the Western Conference, while the Nets are firmly entrenched near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. A win would be crucial for both teams as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

The details

In their loss to the Clippers, the Grizzlies shot 48.3% from the field and 37.2% from three-point range, but were unable to overcome a strong performance from Los Angeles. Ty Jerome led Memphis with 23 points. For the Nets, Michael Porter Jr. had 30 points and 13 rebounds in their narrow victory over the Pistons.

  • The game will take place on Monday, March 9, 2026.
  • The Grizzlies last played on March 7, 2026, losing to the Clippers.
  • The Nets last played on March 6, 2026, defeating the Pistons.

The players

Ty Jerome

A key contributor for the Grizzlies, Jerome scored 23 points in the loss to the Clippers.

Michael Porter Jr.

The Nets' leading scorer in their win over the Pistons, Porter Jr. had 30 points and 13 rebounds.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This game will be an important test for both teams as they look to build momentum heading into the final stretch of the NBA season. The Grizzlies will need to bounce back from their close loss to the Clippers, while the Nets will be hoping to build on their narrow victory over the Pistons. Whichever team can come out on top will take a significant step forward in their respective playoff pushes.