Grizzlies follow two-loss streak with commanding preseason win against Pistons
The Grizzlies bounced back from two disappointing results with a commanding win over the Pistons on Thursday night. Ja Morant finished with 31 points.
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Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Memphis gets ‘NBA Remix’ merchandise with Three 6 Mafia design
This season, the Grizzlies are one of five teams that will have uniforms and apparel “remixed.” The pairing, naturally, is with popular Memphis-based rap group Three 6 Mafia.
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Growing up the youngest of four brothers helped David Roddy hone his competitiveness and toughened up the Grizzlies rookie for the NBA.
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Memphis Grizzlies Cold shooting leads Grizzlies to preseason loss against Magic
Desmond Bane was efficient with 33 points on 61% shooting, but the rest of the Grizzlies struggled to make shots in the preseason loss to Orlando.
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Memphis Grizzlies For the Grizzlies, Ja Morant’s pairing with greatest H-O-R-S-E champ is perfect
The Grizzlies assistant who works with Ja Morant on his shooting made 276 3-point shots and 95% of his free throws while at Missouri State. Plus, he knows how to “push the right buttons and mess with you in the best way.” Sounds like the perfect coach to work with Morant.
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Memphis GrizzliesTaylor Jenkins says Ja Morant can be ‘unstoppable’ with one more weapon
Ja Morant has put in a lot of work this summer, especially on his long-range jump shot. He has two more opportunities this week to fine-tune everything before the regular season begins next week.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Joyful players relish growing fan support
The Grizzlies coaches and players were impressed by the number of fans at the open practice on Sunday. As the team’s popularity continues to rise, so does the desire for tickets.
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Memphis Grizzlies At open practice, Grizzlies show just how fun they are
It was possibly the biggest crowd ever for a Grizzlies’ open practice, and the entertainment included Kennedy Chandler being voted champion of the rookie dance competition.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies stung by short-handed Heat
The Grizzlies’ defense disappointed in a loss to the Heat reserves on Friday night.
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Memphis Grizzlies Dillon Brooks says he ‘loves’ new rookies and schematic changes
The Grizzlies forward hopes that this season looks a little different than the last, and not only because he played just 32 games due to injuries.
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Memphis Grizzlies Strikes and spares: Grizzlies, fans reconnect at bowling event for St. Jude
The Grizzlies’ bowling event at Andy B’s Bowl Social in Bartlett was the first time in years that the Memphis players had a chance to be face-to-face with fans.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Steven Adams has jokes, and a new extension
Steven Adams said it was an easy decision to sign his extension with the Grizzlies because he believes in the direction of the franchise.
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Memphis GrizzliesSanti’s gifts: How golf and summer workouts positioned Santi Aldama for starting role
Santi Aldama followed the Grizzlies’ plan this summer. Now he’s in line to reap the rewards.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Santi Aldama’s preseason and GM surveys
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Kenneth Lofton Jr.'s life is ‘totally different’ after NBA transition
Kenneth Lofton Jr. said his life is “totally different” now that he is in the NBA and his popularity among Grizzlies fans is skyrocketing.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies release updated ‘Statement’ uniforms
The Grizzlies made a few tweaks to their “Statement Edition” uniforms ahead of the new season.
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Memphis Grizzlies Taylor Jenkins makes final plans ahead of first Grizzlies preseason game
Taylor Jenkins said it is “to be determined” if he will use his typical starters in the first preseason game on Saturday night.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Danny Green sees similarities between Memphis and San Antonio
Green was traded to the Grizzlies on draft night. For now, it sounds as if the Memphis front office would like to hold onto him. He already pointed out the similarities between Memphis and his former Texas home.
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Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant dismisses critics about partying, says he will buy team Rolex watches
Ja Morant said he sees comments about his partying on social media, but he doesn’t let fun get in the way of practice time.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Planting flags ahead of the season
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Memphis GrizzliesDillon Brooks will battle in his ‘contract year,’ but how efficient can he be?
Dillon Brooks acknowledged at media day that he is going into a contract year. If he plays more efficiently, he will be costly to whichever team signs him next.
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Memphis Grizzlies Jorts, Crocs and Panda Express: Grizzlies guard John Konchar is one of a kind
John Konchar might be the least glamorous player in the NBA. But he could also be a terrific return on investment for the Grizzlies, who need him to play well this season.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies report on Jaren Jackson availability
General Manager Zach Kleiman offers an update on when the player, who underwent successful surgery to address a stress fracture in his right foot, will return.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Ja Morant lands at No. 9 in ESPN’s NBArank series
Ja Morant’s No. 9 ranking in ESPN’s top 100 players puts him on the heels of Kevin Durant and LeBron James.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Excitement and concerns ahead of training camp
On this Daily Memphian Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the release of the NBA top 100 players lists from ESPN and CBS.
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