Brandin Podziemski and Malevy Leons Explode Off the Bench as Warriors Torch Grizzlies 133–112

The Golden State Warriors put on an offensive clinic in Memphis on Thursday, February 26, 2026, crushing the Memphis Grizzlies 133–112 behind a dominant bench performance, a franchise-record 37 assists, and a career-best showcase from second-year forward Malevy Leons. Brandin Podziemski ran the show from the backcourt with 19 points and 6 assists, and the Warriors' bench outscored Memphis' reserves by a staggering 52–39 margin.

Warriors vs Grizzlies Final Score: GSW 133, MEM 112

Golden State seized command early, outscoring Memphis 40–22 in the second quarter to build a lead that ballooned to 32 points — the game's biggest margin. The Grizzlies showed fight in the fourth quarter with a 36-point period, but by that point the outcome had been decided for 24 minutes. The Warriors shot a scorching 53.3% from the floor and 41.3% from three, piling up 29 second-chance points and 17 fast break points in a complete team performance.

The 37 assists were a season high and a statement of how fluidly Steve Kerr's system is running. The Warriors converted Memphis' 16 turnovers into a punishing 33 points off turnovers — the most decisive single statistical category of the night.

Brandin Podziemski Delivers as Warriors' Engine — 19 Points, 8 Rebounds, 6 Assists

Brandin Podziemski was the Warriors' most complete performer of the night, finishing with 19 points on 6-of-14 shooting with 3 triples, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and a plus-22 rating. His second-chance work was particularly impressive — he grabbed every offensive board he could reach and converted them into 6 second-chance points on a perfect 2-of-2 clip. Podziemski's 60.3% true shooting percentage confirmed a focused and efficient outing from the second-year guard.

After a rough first half against the Lakers on Sunday night where he went 0-for-5 from three, the Grizzlies game showed the Brandin Podziemski who was generating serious buzz earlier in the season — assertive, decisive, and clearly the heartbeat of Golden State's second unit offense.

Malevy Leons Steals the Show: 9 Points, 8 Rebounds, 5 Offensive Boards, 3 Steals

The most eye-catching stat line of the Warriors vs Grizzlies game belonged to Malevy Leons, Golden State's 21-year-old forward from the Netherlands. Leons posted 9 points, 8 rebounds — including a remarkable 5 offensive boards — 2 steals, 1 block, and 2 assists, finishing as a plus-3 in a performance that left coaches and analysts reaching for superlatives. His 9 second-chance points on 4 attempts was the most explosive individual second-chance output of any Warriors player on the night.

Leons' offensive rebounding percentage of 35.3% for the game is an elite mark by any standard. He attacked the glass relentlessly and punished Memphis inside, converting with 66.6% true shooting efficiency. For a player still learning the rhythms of the NBA, this was a statement performance that will fuel serious minutes discussions heading into Golden State's playoff push.

Key Team Stats: Warriors vs Grizzlies

Will Richard and Gui Santos Round Out a Brilliant Warriors Bench Night

Will Richard did not feature in this particular box score, but Gui Santos delivered one of the most efficient games by any Warrior all season — 17 points on a staggering 92.9% effective field goal percentage, 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block, and a game-high plus-21 rating. Santos shot 6-of-7 from the floor and converted all 4 of his free throw attempts, tormenting the Grizzlies in transition and in the mid-post with equal comfort.

Gary Payton II added 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting with 3 steals and 4 assists, while Pat Spencer orchestrated the second unit with 9 assists against just 2 turnovers. The Warriors' next game is Tuesday, March 3, at home against the LA Clippers, tipping off at 10:00 p.m. ET at Chase Center, available on ESPN and NBA League Pass.