Ty Jerome erupts for 40 points with five threes in Memphis loss

Fantasy basketball: Jerome's 40-point game came with 37 minutes and 22 shots in the starting role, making him a top-40 asset across formats for as long as he…

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · November 3, 2026 · Updated November 3, 2026

Ty Jerome scored 40 points with five rebounds, five assists, two steals and five threes on 14-of-22 shooting and 7-of-8 from the line in 37 minutes as a starter in Memphis's 135-134 loss to New Orleans on Monday, November 2.

The performance was well above his 25.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.2 threes in 29.9 minutes over his previous 5 games, and the 37 minutes and 22 shots reflected expanded opportunity. At 32.2 per cent usage and 60.4 per cent true shooting with a 100 per cent starting share this season, Jerome ranks 17th in nine-category value and projects for 39.6 fantasy points a game in default points scoring.

Fantasy impact

Player by player

Ty Jerome

Jerome's 55.5 fantasy points exceeded his 39.9-point average over his previous 5 games, with seven more minutes and eight more field-goal attempts than his norm. The 14-of-22 shooting and 7-of-8 from the line lifted his efficiency marks, and the 40 points, five threes and two steals all represented season highs. He has now started all six Memphis games and is averaging 28.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 2.7 threes in 31.0 minutes a game on the season.

The Grizzlies have one game left this week, on Monday. Jerome's usage rate and shot volume make him a top-40 option in nine-category leagues and a reliable points-league producer for as long as he holds the starting job. His combination of scoring, assists and threes fits rosters in all formats, and the 60.4 per cent true shooting keeps his efficiency ratios stable.

What to do

• Start Ty Jerome with confidence in all formats for Monday's game.

• Jerome is a hold in all league sizes as a top-40 asset while he starts.

• His scoring volume and three-point production make him a strong fit for nine-category and points leagues alike.

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