Herrington: Five areas of intrigue as Grizzlies resume play
When Jaren Jackson Jr. returns, there will be a trickle-down effect on the lineup to consider.
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When Jaren Jackson Jr. returns, there will be a trickle-down effect on the lineup to consider.
The guard has scored 50 points in his last three games. What is his future in Taylor Jenkins’ rotation?
Ja Morant had 35 points and 10 assists, and De’Anthony Melton had six 3-pointers.Related stories:
One player whose presence is needed: De’Anthony Melton, even if the box score doesn’t necessarily reflect his impact. Related story:
De’Anthony Melton and Desmond Bane returned to the lineup, giving the Grizzlies a much needed boost. Related article: Box score: Grizzlies 109, Pistons 95
The team’s best 3-point shooter will be back Friday night. The Grizzlies also updated the injury status of De’Anthony Melton and Dillon Brooks.
De’Anthony Melton’s absence is noticed, and Kyle Anderson is shooting with gusto.
The Grizzlies lead the NBA in steals per game and rank second in defensive efficiency behind the reigning champion Lakers.
Grizzlies, facing Cavaliers for the second time in five days, were led by Dillon Brooks (21 points, seven rebounds). Related story: Box score: Grizzlies 101, Cavaliers 91
Chris Herrington: The absence of Grizzlies’ stars provides a chance to observe the trends of some players who are in outsized roles.
The Grizzlies had no answers in the second half for James, though the bench had another encouraging performance.
Regardless of how long the point guard is out because of his ankle injury, the season is not lost.
Don’t stress about 0-2. Just enjoy Ja Morant’s magic as we await the return of Jaren Jackson Jr. and for the Memphis Grizzlies bench to step up.
Ja Morant tied his hair up, and Minnesota had no chance to tie the game.
The pluses, minuses and qualities of Grayson Allen, De’Anthony Melton, Desmond Bane and John Konchar.
Seven players are on the injury report, including Brandon Clarke, ahead of the game against Minnesota.
De’Anthony Melton said his first purchase after signing was cars for his sisters and mother.
With all 15 roster spots filled on guaranteed deals, the team would have to trade or waive if it wants to add a player.
Here’s a player-by-player evaluation on what Memphis should consider before delving elsewhere.
It’s also worth asking if the team actually needs a third big talent to complement Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
What to do with De’Anthony Melton? And how exciting could 2021 be?
This offseason could be uneventful, and that just might be a good thing.
Grayson Allen, sidelined in late January because of a hip injury, has scored 15 points or more off the bench in four of his past five games.
Beat reporter Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss life in the NBA bubble “suburbs” and devise a plan for coach Taylor Jenkins to replace injured point guard Tyus Jones.
Jonas Valanciunas expects to go fishing every night during the NBA's Orlando restart.
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