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The Grizzlies have extended four players this offseason (Ja Morant, John Konchar, Brandon Clarke and Steven Adams), while giving Tyus Jones a new two-year contract in free agency. It puts them in an interesting spot moving forward.
The Grizzlies signed Brandon Clarke to a contract extension on Sunday, locking up another player that has been part of their young core.
The Grizzlies needed to waive the player to cut the roster to 15 before the start of the regular season.
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill discuss what they liked from the preseason and the Grizzlies’ biggest concerns heading into the home opener on Wednesday against the Knicks.
Santi Aladama got the starting nod from Taylor Jenkins and scored 21 points in the Grizzlies’ dominant victory over the Orlando Magic. Herrington: Grizz vets are elite in the locker room, and pretty good on the court too Grizzlies Insider: Kenneth Lofton Jr.‘s life is ‘totally different’ after NBA transitionRelated stories:
The Grizzlies bounced back from two disappointing results with a commanding win over the Pistons on Thursday night. Ja Morant finished with 31 points.
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.
Growing up the youngest of four brothers helped David Roddy hone his competitiveness and toughened up the Grizzlies rookie for the NBA.
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. Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr.’s absence could be instructive for GrizzliesRelated story:
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. Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant lands at No. 9 in ESPN’s NBArank seriesRelated story:
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. Grizzlies Insider: Joyful players relish growing fan supportRelated story:
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.
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.
The Grizzlies’ defense disappointed in a loss to the Heat reserves on Friday night.
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.
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. Grizzlies Insider: Steven Adams has jokes, and a new extensionRelated story:
Steven Adams said it was an easy decision to sign his extension with the Grizzlies because he believes in the direction of the franchise.
Santi Aldama followed the Grizzlies’ plan this summer. Now he’s in line to reap the rewards.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down the Grizzlies’ first two preseason games and the results from the NBA GM survey.
Kenneth Lofton Jr. said his life is “totally different” now that he is in the NBA and his popularity among Grizzlies fans is skyrocketing.
The Grizzlies made a few tweaks to their “Statement Edition” uniforms ahead of the new season.
Taylor Jenkins said it is “to be determined” if he will use his typical starters in the first preseason game on Saturday night. Grizzlies Insider: Danny Green sees similarities between Memphis and San AntonioRelated story:
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.
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.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down all the storylines from Grizzlies media day.