Ziaire Williams out, Dillon Brooks doubtful for Grizzlies’ home opener
The Memphis Grizzlies are going to be thin on the wing when they begin the regular season against the Knicks on Wednesday, Oct. 19.
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The Memphis Grizzlies are going to be thin on the wing when they begin the regular season against the Knicks on Wednesday, Oct. 19.
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.
Here’s an evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses and what they might be able to contribute to the rotation and bench.
The Grizzlies came up short against the Boston Celtics, dashing their chances at playing for the summer league championship.
The 20-year-old Williams spent last season becoming a professional. He hopes this summer league experience can elevate him the way it did for Desmond Bane.
Ziaire Williams continued his strong start to summer league play and David Roddy scored 16 points in a Grizzlies win.
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill rank each Grizzlies rookie and Santi Aldama based on projected NBA careers.
Here are the top eight Grizzlies players in the rankings, taking into account improvements, regressions and contract status.
“Basketball is not all that he is. It’s just what he does,” Marquita Williams said. “As his mom, I get him away from all of that. It’s about finding a balance, just like it is in anything.”
The 20-year-old might not be the best at unpacking, but during his journey to adulthood in Memphis, the rookie has transformed into a useful bench weapon for the Grizzlies.
Here is a closer look at the efficiencies of Grizzlies lineups, and if you’re watching the NCAA Tournament, who might be of interest.
What will be the biggest challenge in reintegrating Dillon Brooks into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss.
There is no doubt that Dillon Brooks’ defensive skills will be missed in a matchup against Jayson Tatum. Instead, that challenge will likely fall on rookie Ziaire Williams.
Other teams might have more alley-oops. But there’s no stat that can measure the Grizzlies’ show-stopping style and exuberance.
It wasn’t just one Grizzlies player against the Knicks. It was the ninja, the unicorn, the rookie, Slow-Mo and a “run up the chimney.”
The Grizzlies struggled at times, but rookie Ziaire Williams had a career-high 21 points, and Desmond Bane had two key 3s to help secure the win.Related story:
The Memphis Grizzlies and Memphis Zoo have come together to create a Ja Raffe bobblehead event.
There’s the question of De’Anthony Melton’s role, and what the recent losses to the Mavericks tell us.
As the Grizzlies pass their annual MLK Day marker, they’re closer to the West’s No. 1 seed (4.5 games back) than to the fifth seed (5 games up). And with apparent momentum for more.
Ja Morant said that Monday will be a special occasion for the Grizzlies as they take on the Chicago Bulls in the 20th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration Game.
The Grizzlies announced to the world that they are Western Conference contenders on Tuesday night. Chris Herrington and Drew Hill break it down.
With the win over Detroit, the Grizzlies are off to their best start through 40 games since the 2014-15 season. Listen to Grizzlies writers break down the team’s latest winning streakRelated stories:
The 2021 lottery pick has a long way to go, but the Grizzlies remain committed to his development.
Jaren Jackson Jr. is ignoring the mean tweets as he works on his game, and there’s more on Dillon Brooks and Ziaire Williams.
Sam Merrill scored 30 points in the loss. Will it be enough to make the team?Related story: