Grizzlies tie NBA mark for 3s with 29 but still lose
Why it matters: The Grizzlies' record-tying 29 three-pointers in a loss sets a new NBA benchmark for futility.
- Memphis Grizzlies matched the NBA single-game record for 3-pointers with 29, shooting 49.2% from deep.
- Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo expressed pride in his team's effort, noting they "wanted to go for it in the end" despite not setting a singular record.
- Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson acknowledged the "incredible shooting performance by the Grizzlies," giving them credit for how they "shot the heck out of the ball."
- Memphis reserves Adama Bal and Dariq Whitehead each contributed six 3-pointers, with Lucas Williamson adding five and Olivier-Maxence Prosper four.
- The Grizzlies' 29 3s are the most in an NBA loss, according to ESPN Research, exceeding the Golden State Warriors' 27 3s in a prior loss.
The Memphis Grizzlies tied an NBA record by sinking 29 three-pointers against the Cleveland Cavaliers, a feat previously achieved by the Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics. Despite this historic shooting performance, the Grizzlies still lost 142-126, marking the most 3-pointers ever made in an NBA loss, surpassing the Golden State Warriors' previous record.
