Herrington: NBA preview, with notes and predictions for every team
With the 2021-22 NBA season now days away, here are some fast thoughts and record predictions for all 30 teams.
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With the 2021-22 NBA season now days away, here are some fast thoughts and record predictions for all 30 teams.
The former Memphis Grizzlies player was released on a $500,000 personal recognizance bond.
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.
Sam Merrill scored 30 points in the loss. Will it be enough to make the team?Related story:
Oct. 9, 2021, FedExForum: Hawks 91, Grizzlies 87 Related story:
Oct. 13, 2021: Pacers defeat the Grizzlies, 109-107 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis.Related story:
De’Anthony Melton and Desmond Bane both might move into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup when the season begins. But the team ultimately will face a choice between them.
Dillon Brooks will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks because of a hand injury.
Ja Morant’s midrange jumper looks smooth, and how much can Jaren Jackson Jr. grow (physically, as well as his game)?
Ja Morant had 24 points, and Jaren Jackson Jr. had a promising game with 20 points and eight rebounds.Related story:
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Detroit Pistons, 127-92, at FedExForum on Oct. 11, 2021. Ja Morant makes his own noise in blowout victory over PistonsRelated story:
Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton are off to tremendous starts this preseason, which will complicate Taylor Jenkins’ decision on a starter.
Santi Aldama looked much better in the loss than in summer league, scoring a preseason-high 16 points. Related story:
Former Memphis Tigers player Chris Douglas-Roberts among those charged with conspiracy to commit health care and wire fraud totaling nearly $4 million.
Desmond Bane (19 points), Jaren Jackson (16), Ja Morant (16) and the Grizzlies beat the Charlotte Hornets by 30 points in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.Related story:
Desmond Bane continued his strong start to the preseason with a team-high 19 points. Related story:
Various factors have kept the two from developing their rhythm together. Now is the time to see if their games mesh.
The Grizzlies, like everyone else, will have to wait to see what comes of the legal proceedings.
Ja Morant played great in the first preseason game, but the effort was cut short by a false fire alarm.
The Grizzlies game Tuesday night was finished early after a fire alarm inadvertently went off. Related story:
Ja Morant said if Jaren Jackson Jr. stays healthy, he will be the league’s biggest breakout player.
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.
Ziaire Williams won the rookie dance contest, according to Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins.
Grizzlies big man Steven Adams is ready for a formal introduction to the Memphis fans at Sunday’s free open practice.
The Grizzlies plan to issue refunds to season ticket holders unwilling to follow FedExForum’s new COVID-19 vaccination and testing policy on a “case-by-case” basis.