Memphis hosts Utah in the NBA season opener on Wednesday, as the Grizzlies and Jazz face off at FedExForum with top draft picks Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson making their first regular-season appearances. The game kicks off at 7 p.m. ET and will be broadcast locally on WATN ABC24 in Memphis and KJZZ 14.1 in Utah, with viewers in Memphis able to stream via DAZN.
Both teams enter the season after difficult campaigns. Memphis finished last season with a 25-57 record, which earned the franchise the third overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. They selected Boozer, who impressed during the preseason as the Grizzlies went 3-1, beating the Hornets, Bulls, and Hawks. Memphis appears to be taking steps toward rebuilding after several challenging seasons.
Utah’s situation is similar. The Jazz ended last season at 22-60, securing the second overall pick, which they used to add Peterson to their roster. After years of tanking for draft assets, Utah is aiming for a more competitive outlook this year. The Jazz roster includes Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr., who are expected to contribute significantly on offense alongside Peterson.
The game will be a showcase for these young prospects as both franchises look to lay a foundation for the future. Memphis will try to capitalize on their preseason momentum, while Utah tests how quickly their new lineup can gel. The Grizzlies’ early schedule includes a trip to Golden State on Oct. 23 and a visit to Sacramento on Oct. 25. The Jazz will return to Memphis on Oct. 26 before hosting the Pelicans and Lakers in their next two home games.
DAZN’s partnership with Memphis means fans have access to live and on-demand coverage of the Grizzlies’ games that are not nationally televised. This is the first season DAZN is the direct-to-consumer media partner for Memphis, airing preseason and regular-season contests alongside additional team content.
Wednesday’s matchup is part of an 11-game slate opening the NBA’s regular season. It offers a direct comparison between two of the league’s top rookies and a first look at how both teams plan to move forward after disappointing records the previous year. The game will set the tone for what could be a competitive rebuilding phase for Memphis and Utah.
According to Yahoo Sports.