Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss the blowout victory over the Houston Rockets
Jaren Jackson Jr.’s impact doesn’t always appear in the box score.
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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Jaren Jackson Jr.’s impact doesn’t always appear in the box score.
The pandemic shut down the Grizzlies’ efforts to give back to the community last season. On Wednesday, they were able to help out at the Mid-South Food Bank.
Dillon Brooks said his matchup with Paul George on Thursday is going to test his wind.
The absence of both players would be a blow to the Grizzlies’ defense against the Timberwolves.
The 2021 lottery pick has a long way to go, but the Grizzlies remain committed to his development.
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Jaren Jackson Jr. won the tip and made the clutch 3 for a feel-good win after a brutal loss two nights ago. Related story: Box score: Grizzlies 119, Jazz 118
An embarrassing loss to the Timberwolves prompted a “heart-to-heart” talk.
The Grizzlies star, with Memphis scenery, adds to his portfolio of appearances.
Desmond Bane has been terrific for the Grizzlies in the absence of Dillon Brooks this season.
The Grizzlies star said the ad spot “describes me, my background, the city of Memphis.”
The former Tigers star, in town with the Toronto Raptors to face the Grizzlies, predicts it won’t be a smooth rise, but believes his college team will win the national title.
“Although I can’t address the legal matters right now, I want everyone to know I’m doing the work to address my case,” the former Grizzlies player said.
The Grizzlies at one point had a 14-point lead, but former Memphis Tigers player Precious Achiuwa contributed to the Raptors’ rally and surge.Related story:
Local artists compared Ja Morant’s game to jazz soloists, ballet dancers and brush strokes within a mural. The Grizzlies point guard is building his masterpiece in his third season.
Limiting fouls has been a weakness for Jackson in the past, but he has been much more effective so far this season.
The Memphis Grizzlies Coach Taylor Jenkins said it will be a few weeks, but they will update the point guard’s status as his recovery comes along.
Dillon Brooks led Memphis with a game-high 21 points, and Desmond Bane had 18 points, with four 3-pointers.
It’s been that sort of season for Memphis. Each thrilling victory has been accompanied by a disappointing defeat.
The defense is making strides for the Grizzlies, who are now 2-0 without their best player this season.
Ja Morant is back to basketball activity after spraining his knee last Friday.
Jaren Jackson Jr. led with 27 points and rookie Santi Aldama had 18 points and 10 rebounds as the Grizzlies won, 152-79.Related story:
With the Grizzlies up 78 in the fourth quarter, the FedExForum crowd called for defense.