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Topic: Grizzlies
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October 2024
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January 2024
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Rookie GG Jackson scores 20, Grizzlies fall to Knicks
The severely short-handed Grizzlies lost to the Knicks on Saturday night, but got an impressive effort from rookie GG Jackson
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October 2023
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Memphis Sports Hall of Fame inductee never wanted to be anywhere but here
Known for his consummate professionalism and steady graciousness, evidence of Allie Prescott’s contributions are everywhere, from Redbirds GM to suite-seller for the Grizzlies to interim athletic director at the University of Memphis.
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September 2023
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Gallery: Grizzlies! Tigers! Preps! Five years of great sports photos
The best photos in sports photography: from the Grizzlies to the Tigers to the Express (remember them?!) to our standout local high school athletes.
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April 2023
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Ja Morant leaves game with hand injury
Ja Morant left Game 1 of the Grizzlies’ playoff series with the Lakers with a hand injury.
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Playoffs Game 1 halftime report: The Grizzlies have a battle on their hands
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February 2023
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Strickland: Memphis committed to new soccer stadium, AutoZone Park renovations
Memphis is hoping to expand ways state money can be used.
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Herrington: As Grizzlies approach trade deadline, they should focus on a 3-year window
“Big picture, what’s the worst-case scenario for an already highly functioning team built around a currently 23-year-old Ja Morant, 23-year-old Jaren Jackson Jr. and 24-year-old Desmond Bane?”
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October 2022
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Grizzlies Santi Aldama, Ja Morant star in preseason win over Orlando Magic
Santi Aladama got the starting nod from Taylor Jenkins and scored 21 points in the Grizzlies’ dominant victory over the Orlando Magic.
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Grizzlies Insider: Kenneth Lofton Jr.‘s life is ‘totally different’ after NBA transition
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Back in Memphis
From the University of Missouri to the Olympics, veteran sports reporter Tim Buckley recounts his career as he returns to Memphis to join The Daily Memphian as deputy sports editor.
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September 2022
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Taylor Jenkins makes final plans ahead of first Grizzlies preseason game
Taylor Jenkins said it is “to be determined” if he will use his typical starters in the first preseason game on Saturday night.
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Grizzlies Insider: Danny Green sees similarities between Memphis and San Antonio
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Jorts, Crocs and Panda Express: Grizzlies guard John Konchar is one of a kind
John Konchar might be the least glamorous player in the NBA. But he could also be a terrific return on investment for the Grizzlies, who need him to play well this season.
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Money quotes: Here’s the best of what was said during Grizzlies media day
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Money quotes: Here’s the best of what was said during Grizzlies media day
There was the discussion of Jaren Jackson Jr.‘s injury and timetable for return, the status of Brandon Clarke’s potential contract extension and the next step for Ja Morant as he continues to be one of the faces of the NBA. Read what was said at Media Day.
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July 2022
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Grizzlies Mailbag: Are the Grizzlies set up to take a step back?
A few months after notching the NBA’s second best record, are the Grizzlies poised to take a step back? How will the team replace the injured Jaren Jackson Jr. In this mid-summer Grizzlies Mailbag, answers to those and other questions.
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From the island to the Grizzlies, Santi Aldama is ready for next NBA step
Memphis is a long way from home. But, “I’m ready to go. I want to get some minutes and help the team win. That’s really what it’s all about,” Aldama said.
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Summer league observations: Lofton stays aggressive, but Grizzlies lose
Kenny Lofton Jr. tried to carry them to the finish, but the Grizzlies lost a tight game to the Spurs in their summer league closer.
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Kenneth Lofton Jr. is just ‘Junior’ and he’s a joy to watch
No, the Grizzlies’ undrafted signee is not the son of the major league baseball player. Junior’s dad works at an oil refinery in Texas, and he is his son’s biggest role model.
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Herrington: What summer play says about Ziaire Williams, Kenneth Lofton Jr. and other Grizzlies
Here’s an evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses and what they might be able to contribute to the rotation and bench.
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For Grizzlies’ Ziaire Williams, ‘confidence is a hell of a drug’
The 20-year-old Williams spent last season becoming a professional. He hopes this summer league experience can elevate him the way it did for Desmond Bane.
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Summer league observations: Aldama goes big, Grizzlies dominate Nets
The Grizzlies took care of business in a blowout win over the Nets on Tuesday in Las Vegas Summer League play.
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Calkins: Why Ja Morant matters to Memphis even more than you think
Morant’s extension means he’ll be here when the Grizzlies and the city and county negotiate the guts of a new FedExForum lease. All of which makes him the most important Grizzly at the most important moment in the city’s NBA history. Just another reason to thank Ja.
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Herrington: On Ja Morant’s commitment, Danny Green’s presence and John Konchar’s surprise extension
It isn’t just about summer league games; the Grizzlies provided some interesting developments as well.
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Calkins: Why Ja Morant calls Memphis ‘home’
Ja Morant didn’t just sign a rich new contract to stay with the Grizzlies. He committed to Memphis as “home.” That’s a credit to him and to the Grizzlies front office. Here’s how that came to pass.
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Summer league observations: Grizzlies lose but LaRavia looks smooth; Lofton keeps it interesting
LaRavia splashed a pair of 3-pointers in the first quarter, and rookie Kenneth Lofton Jr. scored a game-high 18 points in Memphis’ loss to the Clippers in Las Vegas Summer League.
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Grizzlies Insider: John Konchar reportedly agrees to extension with Memphis
The Grizzlies reportedly signed John Konchar to an extension that will keep him with the team through the 2026-27 season.
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Kenneth Lofton Jr. undaunted in Grizzlies summer league loss to Chet Holmgren, Thunder
Lofton, an undrafted, two-way player, had a game-high 19 points for Memphis and was the star of the show.
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