The Golden State Warriors suffered a disappointing 111-108 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in their home opener at Chase Center, despite leading by 12 points with just under four minutes remaining. The Grizzlies mounted a stunning 17-0 run to secure the victory, marking a troubling trend for the Warriors, who are now 8-9 in their first home games during Stephen Curry's 17 seasons and 3-4 since the arena opened.
Curry, who scored 24 points, expressed the team's frustration, stating they would "lose sleep" over the late-game collapse, which he described as particularly painful. Head coach Steve Kerr noted that "eight different things had to happen" for the defeat to unfold, highlighting the rapid unraveling of the game once Memphis took control in the final minutes. The Warriors are currently managing injuries to key players, including Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody, which adds to the challenge of maintaining leads.
The loss raises concerns about the Warriors' performance at home, as they have struggled in openers at Chase Center, with a record of 3-4. The Grizzlies will return to Chase Center on October 23, 2026, providing the Warriors another opportunity to establish their home court as a fortress rather than a venue where opponents thrive.