Herrington: Grizz-Thunder was a bitter reminder, and a hopeful preview
Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane handles the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, March 16, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life.
Grizzlies vs. Thunder wasn’t the playoff-race battle once expected. Instead, it was a tantalizing preview of coming attractions, with potential lessons for Memphis’ future.
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