Grizzlies Surge in Fourth to Secure Comeback Victory Over Trail Blazers in NBA 2K26 Summer League

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LAS VEGAS — The Memphis Grizzlies staged a comeback, fueled by a remarkable 36-point surge in the fourth quarter and contributions from six players scoring in double figures, securing a 96-86 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers during an NBA2K26 Summer League showdown at the Thomas & Mack Center on Saturday evening.

The first half was tightly contested, ending with the Trail Blazers holding a five-point advantage at halftime, thanks to a strong defensive performance in the second quarter, after the opening quarter concluded tied at 24-24. The Grizzlies responded in the third, trimming the deficit to two points as they headed into the final quarter. With the score leveled at 68-68 with 7:12 left, Memphis ignited a 16-3 run over the next 3:10, establishing a lead substantial enough to secure a relatively easy win.

Jaylen Wells was the standout for the Grizzlies, scoring 23 points while also grabbing seven rebounds, providing three assists, and securing one steal. Cam Spencer contributed 17 points along with four rebounds and four assists. Armando Bacot recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, adding two assists, four blocks, and one steal. Tyler Burton added 12 points, five rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one block, while Philandrous Fleming Jr. also achieved a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Lawson Lovering rounded out the scoring with 10 points and six boards.

Leading the charge for the Trail Blazers was Sidy Cissoko, who tallied 20 points and complemented his performance with four rebounds, three assists, three steals, and one block. Caleb Love contributed 18 points, while James Bouknight added 15 points along with four assists, two rebounds, two steals, and one block. Yang Hansen chipped in with 10 points, five rebounds, three assists, and one block.

Both teams will return to action on Tuesday, with the Grizzlies taking on the Golden State Warriors and the Trail Blazers squaring off against the New Orleans Pelicans in the earlier matchup.