Grizzlies make franchise-record 27 3s and rout Warriors 144-93, biggest win in NBA this season

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Santi Aldama had 21 points and 14 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies set a franchise record with 27 3-pointers in a 144-93 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, the biggest win in the NBA this season.

Stephen Curry was held without a field goal and finished with two points for the Warriors, who took their worst loss since falling 140-88 at Boston on March 3 last season. Newly acquired point guard Dennis Schroder started alongside Curry and struggled in his Warriors debut, scoring five points on 2-of-12 shooting.

Jake LaRavia scored 19 points and Jaren Jackson Jr. added 17 for the Grizzlies, who have won 11 of 13. Aldama and Luke Kennard (15 points) each made five 3s.

Brandin Podziemski finished with 21 points and Andrew Wiggins had 19 for the Warriors, who have lost eight of 10.

Warriors: Schroder and Curry shot a combined 2 of 19, missing all 10 3-pointers. Curry was 0 for 6 from beyond the arc and 0 for 7 overall. He made his only two free throws.

Grizzlies: Their previous record for 3s was 25 against Houston in 2023.

Curry's only highlight was a steal that gave him 1,500 for his career. He is one of five players with 24,000 points, 6,000 assists and 1,500 steals. The others are LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Russell Westbrook and James Harden.

In the first half, Memphis shot 51% from the field and 12 of 25 on 3s, while the Warriors shot 23% overall and 7 of 24 on 3s. That led to a 69-38 lead for Memphis at halftime. The Grizzlies finished 27 of 48 (56.3%) beyond the arc.

Warriors: At Minnesota on Saturday night.

Grizzlies: At Atlanta on Saturday night.

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Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) drives against Golden State Warriors forward Lindy Waters III (43) in the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

The scoreboard displays the Memphis Grizzlies leading the Golden State Warriors in the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) strips the ball from Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey, center right, in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Golden State Warriors guard Buddy Hield, right, handles the ball against Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, right, shoots ahead of Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama, left, in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green, right, talks to referee Brett Nansel (44) in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Memphis Grizzlies, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson (1) knocks the ball away from Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) shoots against the Golden State Warriors in the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) drives against Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr., right, in the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) reacts in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of nurses in three hospital systems in New York City went on strike Monday after negotiations through the weekend failed to yield breakthroughs in their contract disputes.

The strike was taking place at The Mount Sinai Hospital and two of its satellite campuses, with picket lines forming. The other affected hospitals are NewYork-Presbyterian and Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx.

About 15,000 nurses are involved in the strike, according to New York State Nurses Association.

“After months of bargaining, management refused to make meaningful progress on core issues that nurses have been fighting for: safe staffing for patients, healthcare benefits for nurses, and workplace violence protections,” the union said in a statement issued Monday. “Management at the richest hospitals in New York City are threatening to discontinue or radically cut nurses’ health benefits.”

The strike, which comes during a severe flu season, could potentially force the hospitals to transfer patients, cancel procedures or divert ambulances. It could also put a strain on city hospitals not involved in the contract dispute, as patients avoid the medical centers hit by the strike.

The hospitals involved have been hiring temporary nurses to try and fill the labor gap during the walkout, and said in a statement during negotiations that they would “do whatever is necessary to minimize disruptions.” Montefiore posted a message assuring patients that appointments would be kept.

“NYSNA’s leaders continue to double down on their $3.6 billion in reckless demands, including nearly 40% wage increases, and their troubling proposals like demanding that a nurse not be terminated if found to be compromised by drugs or alcohol while on the job," Montefiore spokesperson Joe Solmonese said Monday after the strike had started. "We remain resolute in our commitment to providing safe and seamless care, regardless of how long the strike may last.”

New York-Presbyterian accused the union of staging a strike to “create disruption,” but said in a statement that it has taken steps to ensure patients receive the care they need.

"We’re ready to keep negotiating a fair and reasonable contract that reflects our respect for our nurses and the critical role they play, and also recognizes the challenging realities of today’s healthcare environment,” the statement said.

The work stoppage is occurring at multiple hospitals simultaneously, but each medical center is negotiating with the union independently. Several other hospitals across the city and in its suburbs reached deals in recent days to avert a possible strike.

The nurses’ demands vary by hospital, but the major issues include staffing levels and workplace safety. The union says hospitals have given nurses unmanageable workloads.

Nurses also want better security measures in the workplace, citing incidents like a an incident last week, when a man with a sharp object barricaded himself in a Brooklyn hospital room and was then killed by police.

The union also wants limitations on hospitals’ use of artificial intelligence.

The nonprofit hospitals involved in the negotiations say they’ve been working to improve staffing levels, but say the union’s demands overall are too costly.

Nurses voted to authorize the strike last month.

Both New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani had expressed concern about the possibility of the strike. As the strike deadline neared, Mamdani urged both sides to keep negotiating and reach a deal that “both honors our nurses and keeps our hospitals open.”

“Our nurses kept this city alive through its hardest moments. Their value is not negotiable,” Mamdani said.

State Attorney General Letitia James voiced similar support, saying "nurses put their lives on the line every day to keep New Yorkers healthy. They should never be forced to choose between their own safety, their patients’ well-being, and a fair contract.”

The last major nursing strike in the city was only three years ago, in 2023. That work stoppage, at Mount Sinai and Montefiore, was short, lasting three days. It resulted in a deal raising pay 19% over three years at those hospitals.

It also led to promised staffing improvements, though the union and hospitals now disagree about how much progress has been made, or whether the hospitals are retreating from staffing guarantees.

Nurses strike outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Nurses strike outside Mount Sinai West Hospital, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

FILE - A medical worker transports a patient at Mount Sinai Hospital, April 1, 2020, in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)