Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. flashes back to his first-ever NBA basket
As several of his teammates celebrated their first-ever NBA score last week, Jaren Jackson Jr. told a funny story about the first time he scored in the league.
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February 2024
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis is becoming a G League talent show
The Grizzlies used their 10-day hardship contracts on talented G League players. They will look to see if they are “a natural fit.”
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January 2024
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Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. said losing lit a fire under Grizzlies
Jaren Jackson Jr. said the Grizzlies didn’t need to lose to improve. They needed it to light a fire under them this season.
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Grizzlies Insider: Is Vince Williams the most quickly beloved Grizz underdog?
Is Vince Williams Jr., a second-round selection in 2022 who played nearly his entire first season in the G League, the first Memphis player to become this popular this fast?
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis is searching for future chemistry following injury wave
Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said he’s still searching for chemistry between players as the team plays with a depleted roster.
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Grizzlies Insider: Taylor Jenkins said defensive energy is in Memphis’ ‘DNA’
“We have to play with that edge, home or away, and that togetherness. I thought (against Minnesota) it was really good. In the fourth quarter we had a little bit of slippage, but overall, I’m really impressed,” Taylor Jenkins said.
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Grizzlies Insider: Defensive ‘dog’ Vince Williams Jr. learns quickly
At first, Vince Williams Jr. was viewed by players across the league as a two-way player making the most of his opportunity. But, after months of putting out the same production, he’s starting to be noticed by several opponents.
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Grizzlies Insider: With surgery done, Morant can ‘look for the rainbow’
Ja Morant had successful surgery on Thursday. Now it’s time for the Grizzlies point guard to look for the rainbow amid the storm.
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Grizzlies Insider: Turning the corner? Jackson doesn’t want to ‘jinx’ it
The Memphis Grizzlies are staying humble as they try to climb their way out of the bottom of the West.
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis players recognize important road trip ahead
Good, sustainable starts are going to be critical for the Grizzlies on an important three-game road trip, according to Desmond Bane.
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis enters opportunistic window for postseason hopes
With Ja Morant questionable due to an illness, the Grizzlies begin a critical stretch of games against likely playoff teams.
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Grizzlies Insider: Even with wounded hand, Marcus Smart makes no excuses
At shootaround, Marcus Smart’s peeled back the bandage on his left hand exposing a gnarly wound. He’s playing through it, and setting an example for Grizzlies teammates.
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December 2023
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Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant shares thoughts on home return, Pacers matchup
Ja Morant said playing in FedExForum is like playing in front of family and he can’t wait to feel the love from Memphis fans again.
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Grizzlies Insider: Can Memphis win like Memphis of old?
If the Grizzlies want any chance to make the play-in when Ja Morant returns, they will need to win at a 60% clip like the last two seasons.
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Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. featured on ‘MTV Cribs’
In total, it took seven minutes for MTV to show off Jackson’s house. There was plenty of time to get into the details.
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Grizzlies Insider: Memphis has roster moves ahead, some more challenging than others
Keep those fingers crossed. If all goes well, Memphis could be as close to full strength as they will get this season just in time for Christmas.
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November 2023
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Grizzlies Insider: A player-led practice, and the balance of Smart and Bis
Marcus Smart and Bismack Biyombo use intensity and the power of positivity to help get their message across.
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Grizzlies Insider: New signee Jaylen Nowell impresses in limited minutes
The Memphis guard never expected his first game back in the NBA after a two-month pause would come against his former team, the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Grizzlies Insider: Draft prospects to watch during college basketball ‘Feast Week’
It’s college basketball “Feast Week,” which means NBA scouts will be spread all over the country digesting Thanksgiving Week hoops.
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Grizzlies Insider: Jenkins challenges Memphis to ‘live in the moment’
The Grizzlies answered the call during halftime in San Antonio and it paid off.
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Grizzlies Insider: Despite injuries, it’s too early to punt the season
Coach Taylor Jenkins said after the loss on Tuesday that “brighter days are ahead” for the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Grizzlies Insider: Marcus Smart’s foundation comes first, even before basketball
“It’s probably the most important thing to me in this world,” Smart said of his foundation. “That’s who I am. Having the experiences that I did allows me to fully appreciate the moments when we give back and what it really means.”
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Grizzlies Insider: Facing adversity, Memphis takes ‘us vs. everybody’ mentality
“It’s never over until it’s over,” Desmond Bane said. “I have a lot of faith in our guys and a lot of faith in our process. … This is nothing to fret about. We will start to win games.”
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Grizzlies Insider: All-business Bismack Biyombo is quickly making fans
Bismack Biyombo may not be a personality like Steven Adams, but he’s an easy player for Grizzlies fan to cheer for.
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Grizzlies Insider: Can Marcus Smart galvanize the Grizzlies?
Grant Williams described former teammate Marcus Smart’s leadership qualities this week. Can those attributes help the Grizzlies get off the slide?
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