Jazz Reserves Make Unlikely NBA History in Loss

Bez Mbeng and John Konchar become first teammates to record triple-doubles off the bench in the same game.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 4:10am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting fragmented basketball players and a basketball court, rendered in bold, clashing colors that capture the energy and chaos of the game.Two Jazz reserves make NBA history with unprecedented triple-doubles, but it's not enough to avoid a blowout loss.Memphis Today

In a devastating loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, the Utah Jazz made NBA history as Bez Mbeng (27 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists) and John Konchar (11 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists) became the first pair of teammates to record triple-doubles off the bench in a single game.

Why it matters

The Jazz were already out of playoff contention, so this game was part of the 'tank war' as both teams tried to secure a better draft position. Despite the loss, the Jazz's reserves made a mark in the record books with this unprecedented statistical feat.

The details

With their regular starters out, Mbeng and Konchar stepped up to lead the Jazz to a 147-101 loss against the Grizzlies. This was the first time in NBA history that two teammates recorded triple-doubles off the bench in the same game.

  • The game took place on Friday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Bez Mbeng

A Jazz reserve player who recorded 27 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists in the loss.

John Konchar

A Jazz reserve player who recorded 11 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists in the loss.

Memphis Grizzlies

The opponent that the Jazz lost to in this game.

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The takeaway

This unlikely statistical feat by the Jazz's reserves during a losing effort highlights the team's struggles this season, but also showcases the depth and talent of their bench players as they continue to develop.