Grizzlies battle, but fall short against Suns stars
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The Grizzlies fought hard against the Suns, but fell short after a fourth-quarter push. Related story:
An examination of the NBA’s tracking data shows responsibility for the Grizzlies 3-13 start can’t be placed on one person’s shoulders.
Wednesday’s game against the Utah Jazz is Memphis’ last chance to get a home win before the start of December. Related story:
Hired as a data scientist, this Grizzlies development coach works closely with some of Memphis’ blossoming players. Herrington: Why Santi Aldama has become the Grizzlies’ most intriguing playerRelated story:
Taylor Jenkins and Luke Kennard said patience will be key in getting the Memphis Grizzlies’ bench unit to look more comfortable. Deal will keep Grizzlies broadcasts on Bally Sports for rest of seasonRelated Story:
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss how the Grizzlies secured their first win of the season on Sunday night.
The Memphis Grizzlies are 0-4 for the first time since 2004 (when they won 45 games and made the playoffs, by the way) and they cannot score. Their offense currently ranks 26th out of 30 NBA teams.
Perhaps alone on this roster, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. — Des & Trip — help the Grizzlies on both ends of the court and at multiple positions.
With Ja Morant’s 25-game league suspension, the exit of free agent Dillon Brooks and the addition of Marcus Smart, here’s what to look for as the season approaches. Related story:
Desmond Bane had no hesitation swimming with sharks in Hawaii this summer — no, really, he didn’t — but when asked to throw the first pitch at the Redbirds game Saturday, the Grizzlies guard was nervous.
Desmond Bane donated backpacks and tickets for children of the Boys and Girls Club on Thursday. He also gave an update on his injury recovery and his communications with Ja Morant. Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant’s new ink includes a recognizable logoRelated story:
As always, questions were accepted on the Memphis Grizzlies, the wider NBA and “there’s more to life than basketball.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the summer league performances from Jake LaRavia, David Roddy and Kenneth Lofton Jr.
New details emerge on recent Memphis Grizzlies transactions, and Chris Herrington breaks them down.
Calling it an “easy decision,” Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane was so excited to make his contract extension official that he accidentally signed on the wrong line.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share their thoughts on the addition of Derrick Rose and Memphis’ start to summer league.
The negotiation period for NBA free agency is now mostly over, but the big moves of the offseason have perhaps just begun.
Bane signs a five-year max extension with Grizzlies, the largest contract in franchise history, surpassing Ja Morant’s five-year, $197 million extension signed last offseason.
Here is a cursory tour of where the team stands and the business left to conduct. Related story:
Desmond Bane sustained a fracture of the medial sesamoid bone in his right big toe during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Nov. 11, 2022.
Chris Herrington counts down the eight most valuable members of the Memphis Grizzlies’ roster. Herrington: Memphis Grizzlies 2023 offseason player rankings, Part 1Related story:
Rather than having stars in their early 20s on rookie-scale contracts, the Grizzlies will be built on stars entering their mid-20s now on sizable deals. Grizzlies Insider: Memphis shows appreciation for Xavier Tillman Sr.Related story:
Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman said he’s proud of the steps Ja Morant has taken since March. He also discussed the upcoming offseason and plans for injured players.
Ja Morant said his next step as a leader of the Grizzlies is better decision making off the court and leading by example on it. “However I attack any situation, I know my guys will follow,” he said.
Desmond Bane said the Grizzlies would win Game 5. Now he says they’re coming back to Memphis for Game 7. After watching Bane and the Grizzlies smash the Lakers Wednesday, 116-99, maybe it’s time to trust the man.