Grizzlies Insider: Ja sings Kirk Franklin, Jackson gets in the hot tub
The Grizzlies will see if their relaxation will pay off against the Timberwolves on Monday night.
Topic: Jaren Jackson Jr.
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November 2021
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Herrington: Can a returning Dillon Brooks make the Grizzlies’ defense hungry again?
Part of Brooks’ lineup insertion does bring up a host of questions, including how to redistribute minutes.
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When Morant’s on the bench, Grizzlies have to find way to keep ball moving
After struggling in the first half when Ja Morant was resting, the second half was an entirely different story for the Grizzlies’ second unit.
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Listen to Grizzlies writers discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.'s latest performance
Did Jaren Jackson Jr.’s big night convince Drew Hill and Chris Herrington that he’s out of his slump?
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Jaren Jackson Jr. delivers in Grizzlies win over Nuggets
Jackson scored 14 points in the second half and carried Memphis while Ja Morant was getting his last rest of the game.
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Grizzlies notebook: Jackson pushing through slump, Jenkins hopeful of smooth Brooks return
Jaren Jackson Jr. is ignoring the mean tweets as he works on his game, and there’s more on Dillon Brooks and Ziaire Williams.
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October 2021
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Herrington: JJJ’s game is in a bad place, but we’ve been here before
Jaren Jackson Jr. wasn’t at his best during the Grizzlies’ first six games this season, but we’ve been here before with Pau Gasol, Mike Conley and Rudy Gay.
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Herrington: Ja Morant’s major Leap, Steven Adams’ passing, and other early Grizzlies observations
It has been an awfully encouraging first three games for the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Herrington: At Grizz opener, getting in the building almost as smooth as Bane and Melton on the floor
Ja Morant had two highlights that were facilitated by the second- and third-leading scorers of the game. And following protocols to see their exploits posed relatively little trouble.
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Grizzlies podcast: Hill, Herrington discuss JJJ, make predictions
Both Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predict the Grizzlies will return to the playoffs this season.
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Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr., Grizzlies bet on each other with $105M extension
The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.
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Jaren Jackson Jr.: $105M extension celebrated with ‘hugs and s---'
The young star credits both of his teams – his business team, and the Grizzlies – in getting the deal done during the summer, and just in time.
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Jaren Jackson Jr. signs contract extension with Memphis Grizzlies
Considered a paramount part of the team’s future, the forward agreed to a deal for four years, $105 million.
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Herrington: With Ja & Jaren back at the wheel, Grizzlies resume journey
This is what we’re here for — and Combo Meals, a chirping defender and that chase for the playoffs.
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Grizzlies Insider: Expect to see the stars in final preseason game
All of the Memphis rotation players, except for injured Dillon Brooks, are expected to play in the final preseason game on Friday night in Chicago.
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Grizzlies notebook: Bring a flashlight, Memphis
Ja Morant’s midrange jumper looks smooth, and how much can Jaren Jackson Jr. grow (physically, as well as his game)?
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Herrington: Two years later, Ja & Jaren remain a Grizzlies mystery
Various factors have kept the two from developing their rhythm together. Now is the time to see if their games mesh.
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Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. discuss NBA GM survey
Ja Morant said if Jaren Jackson Jr. stays healthy, he will be the league’s biggest breakout player.
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Herrington: Clarke, Tillman seek roles in crowded Grizzlies frontcourt
The Grizzlies have been successful when Brandon Clarke and Xavier Tillman Sr. were paired, outscoring opponents by 6.6 points per 100 possessions, according to NBA.com.
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September 2021
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On the first day of Grizzlies practice, it’s all about projection
The Grizzlies are back on the court. They have a season with a lot to be determined in front of them, including the future of a few players.
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Young daughter, old coach help Grizzlies move ‘towards 100%’ on COVID vaccination
Zach Kleiman, the team’s top basketball executive, said the team was “working towards 100%” and said he was happy with the progress on that front.
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Herrington: Eight areas of intrigue as Grizzlies open training camp
Everything from new faces, lineups and even Ben Simmons is addressed here.
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Jaren Jackson Jr. on possible extension: ‘Business is business’
The Memphis forward wants to keep his focus on getting better as a player, not his contract extension talks.
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August 2021
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Did Grizzlies’ busy summer amount to much?
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, columnist Chris Herrington answers reader/listener questions there wasn’t space for in this week’s Grizzlies Mailbag column.
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Herrington: Grizzlies Mailbag returns
Among some topics addressed: What about Ben Simmons? Where does Ziaire Williams stand? And we don’t want to discuss the “Top Shot” thing.
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