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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It has been an awfully encouraging first three games for the Memphis Grizzlies.
A week into the season, Ja Morant has already captured the attention of the basketball world and beyond.
With 40 points and 10 assists, Ja Morant nearly carried the Grizzlies to overtime against the Lakers.
Oct. 24, 2021: Lakers defeat the Grizzlies, 121-118, at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Jaren Jackson Jr. hit a 3-pointer with 16 seconds remaining to help the Grizzlies hold off the Clippers. Related story:
Oct. 23, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Clippers at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
With the backcourt trio of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton, the Grizzlies hope they have something special brewing.
He wants to be an All-Star. He doesn’t hide that goal, as other players choose to do. But he also doesn’t want that desire to get in the way of his team goals, which ultimately keep everyone in Memphis happy.
Ja Morant started the season in heroic form with 37 points, six assists, six rebounds and some jaw-dropping highlights.Related story:
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.
Oct. 20, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Cavaliers, 132-121, at FedExForum. Related story:
Steven Adams, the Memphis Grizzlies center from New Zealand, was surprised to learn that the Peabody ducks are not an ice hockey team. Follow the Grizzlies: A guide to Memphis Grizzlies social mediaRelated story:
The WynnBET Sports Bar at FedExForum will seek to bring fans into FedExForum even when the homecourt isn’t in action.
Want to keep up with Yves Pons off the floor? Follow his photography account on Instagram.
FedExForum is urging fans to arrive early and be patient as new policies take effect.
Both Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predict the Grizzlies will return to the playoffs this season.
The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.
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.
The all-time winningest coach in Grizzlies history will be back coaching in Memphis this fall, this time helping Bonzi Wells.
Considered a paramount part of the team’s future, the forward agreed to a deal for four years, $105 million.
This is what we’re here for — and Combo Meals, a chirping defender and that chase for the playoffs.
Waiving Dunn means two other players will be at FedExForum when the Grizzlies open Wednesday night.
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Ja Morant scared Grizzlies fans when he left the game in the third quarter, but he returned and finished with 17 points. Related story:
Oct. 15, 2021: Bulls defeat the Grizzlies, 118-105, at United Center in Chicago.Related story: