Here are five things to know ahead of tip-off between Memphis and Golden State (10 ET, League Pass ).

They’ve been neck and neck: Last season ended with both teams finishing 48-34, and squaring off in a Play-In game. The Warriors were victorious in that matchup 121-116, as Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler combined for 75 points. They’ll have matching records again when they meet Monday night, with each team sitting at 2-1.

Rookies making an impact: Memphis got a lot of help from then-rookie Jaylen Wells last season, and they’re getting a good amount from 2025’s No. 11 pick, Cedric Coward. He’s averaging 19.0 points per game through three contests on a robust 70.4% shooting from the floor. It’s not only Coward, though; Javon Small (Pick No. 48 in the 2025 Draft) has earned a role,

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