UT coach: Kennedy Chandler will ‘put everything he’s got’ into proving he belongs
Tennessee coach Rick Barnes was surprised Kennedy Chandler slipped into the second round. He wants his former point guard to prove his doubters wrong.
Topic: 2022 NBA draft
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June 2022
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Meet the rooks: Former coaches say Memphis will fall in love with Jake LaRavia, David Roddy
David Roddy and Jake LaRavia’s college coaches relive the moment their players were drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Grizzlies introduce four rookies, who say they will fit in fine
The newest Memphis Grizzlies said they are ready to fit in with the trash-talking, confident group that achieved the second-best record in the NBA last season.
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How three Tigers could fit in with their new NBA teams
Jalen Duren, Josh Minott and Lester Quinones landed in favorable positions, with talent around them.
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Tigers forward Josh Minott picked at No. 45 by Minnesota Timberwolves
The freshman had raised some eyebrows when he put his name in the draft.
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Calkins: On a lively draft night for Memphis, Ja Morant makes a big call.
The Grizzlies picked the players they really wanted Thursday night. It’s cool that one of them — Tennessee point guard Kennedy Chandler — happens to be from around here.
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Social Club: Drake pays homage to Playa Fly, Memphians react to the NBA draft
Welcome to this weekly roundup of what Memphians are saying and what’s being said about Memphis on social media, curated by digital desk reporter Jasmine McCraven.
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NBA draft: Grizzlies make three trades, four selections on busy draft night
The Grizzlies selected 6-foot-8 forward Jake LaRavia at No. 19, sending their picks No. 22 and 29 to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Other NBA draft stories:
Memphis center Jalen Duren taken at No. 13, moved to Pistons in three-team trade
In Grizzlies’ third trade, Kennedy Chandler will stay home
Grizzlies take VCU’s Vince Williams with 47th pick
Grizzlies trade De’Anthony Melton to 76ers for No. 23 pick, Danny Green
Tigers’ Lester Quinones signs two-way contract with Warriors
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Herrington: Grizzlies were busy on draft night, but left work to be done
The real action might commence with the free-agency portion of the offseason.
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Tigers’ Lester Quinones signs two-way contract with Warriors
Defending NBA champion Golden State was one of many teams to have worked out Quinones in the pre-draft process.
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Grizzlies take VCU’s Vince Williams with 47th pick
Williams is the fourth selection for the Grizzlies in the 2022 NBA draft.
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In Grizzlies’ third trade, Kennedy Chandler will stay home
The former Briarcrest star was the Grizzlies’ 38th pick after a deal with the Spurs.
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Grizzlies trade De’Anthony Melton to 76ers for No. 23 pick, Danny Green
The Grizzlies selected Colorado State’s David Roddy after trading Melton to Philadelphia for pick No. 23.
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Memphis center Jalen Duren taken at No. 13, moved to Pistons in three-team trade
Reports have the Tigers big man, the second lottery pick to have played during Penny Hardaway’s tenure, being traded to the Knicks, who then sent him to the Pistons.
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One more look: How the draft sets up for the Grizzlies
With two first-round picks, the Grizzlies are in a prime position for a fun NBA draft night on Thursday.
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NBA draft: Six questions for Grizzlies on draft week
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill discuss six questions surrounding the Memphis Grizzlies ahead of Thursday’s NBA draft.
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Now an agent, Mike Miller is poised to make noise at NBA draft
The former NBA player, Memphis Tigers assistant and Houston High School coach has gotten into a cutthroat business and already landed some big clients.
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You think you know who the Grizzlies will draft? Try these names
Mock drafts might not mean much, but here are some names to keep an eye on, including players who recently have worked out for the Grizzlies.
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Calkins: Quinones’ shorts were teeny. His impact was not.
Lester Quinones is keeping his name in the NBA draft. But the guy sure had an impact at Memphis. He was a lot more than an air guitar and short shorts.
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Source: Tigers’ Lester Quinones to remain in NBA draft
The guard wowed NBA teams during his private workouts and has become a potential second-round pick.
Related story:
DeAndre Williams withdraws from NBA draft, returns to Memphis
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DeAndre Williams withdraws from NBA draft, returns to Memphis
One of the most important pieces of the upcoming season is returning to the Tigers.
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May 2022
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Herrington: Tyus Jones and other big Grizzlies offseason questions
There are three categories to consider if Memphis wants to make a move: the draft, free agency and trades.
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Former Tiger Josh Minott has a busy week of NBA workouts
Coming off the NBA draft combine, Minott is slated to work out for Toronto and Atlanta, among others.
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April 2022
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Lester Quinones signs with agent, keeps door open on return to Tigers
Quinones has entered his name in the NBA draft process, but can withdraw and still go back to college.
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Tigers forward Jalen Duren declares for NBA draft
One of the youngest players in the draft, University of Memphis freshman Duren is a projected top-10 pick.
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