Grizzlies podcast: Ja vs. Wemby, play-in hopes on the ropes
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down a busy week for the team.
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On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down a busy week for the team.
At a 5-4 pace the rest of the way, the Grizzlies would finish 38-44. Based on current winning percentages for other teams, that would not be enough to get the final play-in spot. Grizzlies Insider: Memphis players recognize important road trip aheadRelated story:
Ja Morant spoke on the criticism he faced following the “Rock Ya Hips” dance he did during a win over New Orleans on Dec. 26. Grizzlies comeback falls short against RaptorsRelated content:
Box score: Raptors 116, Grizzlies 111
Ja Morant dunked on Victor Wembanyama, starting a sequence that put the Spurs away in the fourth quarter on Tuesday. Grizzlies Insider: Even with wounded hand, Marcus Smart makes no excusesRelated stories:
Two rare talents, and two of the league’s most compelling young stars, met on the floor of FedExForum Tuesday night.
Ja Morant was not listed on the Grizzlies injury report ahead of the game against the Los Angeles Clippers Friday.
Ja Morant averaged 28.0 points, 9.0 assists and 5.7 rebounds in his first three games this season.
Opposing coaches Quin Snyder, Rick Carlisle and Willie Green explain why defending the Grizzlies with Ja Morant in the lineup is so challenging. “You have to try to be perfect,” Snyder said.
Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. combined for 87 points on Saturday. It is the third straight game they have each scored 20 or more points. Related story:
The Grizzlies’ points per 100 possessions before Morant’s return were dead last in the NBA. In his two games back, they’re now the sixth-best offense.
Ja Morant was back at FedExForum Thursday. But you know what else was back? Fun! It suddenly seems like a whole new season for the Grizzlies. And in this season, the Grizzlies are a perfect 2-0.
In Ja Morant’s return game, it was all three of Memphis stars who pushed the Grizzlies to a win. Box score: Grizzlies 116, Pacers 103 Grizzlies Insider: Ja Morant shares thoughts on home return, Pacers matchup ‘What crime did he commit?’: Tee Morant talks Ja’s return on NBA XM radioRelated stories:
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Ja Morant’s return game against the Pelicans and what his presence means for the rest of the season.
Tee Morant shared how he believes people should view his son, Ja, with the show hosts.
Yes, Ja Morant really did that. He really did score 34 points — and the winning bucket — in his return to NBA basketball. It was a night already part of Grizzlies lore. And it should give Memphians real hope.
“Morant used a hesitation dribble and spin move to get the ball into the lane and over New Orleans’ Herb Jones, one of the NBA’s best defenders. Right at the buzzer. Welcome back.”
Ja Morant said he wasn’t going for a historic performance in his return on Tuesday night. He did one better than that. Related story:
“Ja Morant will return to the Grizzlies and with that, a new project begins: Restoration, both of his place among the brightest young stars in the NBA constellation and his team’s place as a young contender.”
Also happening this week: The Memphis City Council wraps up for the year, and the Memphis Tigers play top-ranked UVA.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington wonder if Dillon Brooks should be booed in his return to Memphis, and Geoff Calkins joins to discuss the civil lawsuit against Ja Morant.
Ja Morant spoke to the media Friday. It wasn’t some raw apology press conference. But he said all the right things. He said he is learning to “protect his peace.” If the man can do that, good things will surely follow.Related story:
The NBA All-Star point guard feels guilty for the poor start the Grizzlies have had this season. He is excited to get back on the court with his teammates.
In the third day of hearings in a lawsuit against Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, the court heard from former NBA player Mike Miller, Morant’s mother and others via pre-recorded video. Related story:
The Daily Memphian’s Aarron Fleming and Drew Hill were in court Wednesday, following the proceedings. ‘I just seen him flinch’: Pack backs Morant in Day 2 of hearings Court update: Ja Morant’s father, sister weigh in on pickup game fightRelated stories:
The Daily Memphian’s Geoff Calkins, Aarron Fleming and Drew Hill reported live from court during the first day of hearings in the civil lawsuit against Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant.