There are 33 article(s) tagged Kennedy Chandler:

• April 2023

  • Grizzlies make roster moves with Steven Adams likely out for playoffs

    The Grizzlies center is likely to miss the rest of the season. Memphis also made changes to add another frontcourt player to its playoff roster. 

    By Drew Hill April 08, 2023

• November 2022

  • Grizzlies Insider: Kennedy Chandler next in line for Memphis

    In 2020, Kennedy Chandler was a high school player shocked by his friendship with Ja Morant. Now he is tasked helping to replace the Grizzlies star as he recovers from an ankle injury.

    By Drew Hill November 21, 2022

• October 2022

  • At open practice, Grizzlies show just how fun they are

    It was possibly the biggest crowd ever for a Grizzlies’ open practice, and the entertainment included Kennedy Chandler being voted champion of the rookie dance competition.

    By Drew Hill October 09, 2022

• September 2022

  • Grizz rookies soak up city’s love during Redbirds’ Grizzlies Night

    Days before the Grizzlies report to training camp, a trio of the team’s rookies basked in the warm reception they got at the Memphis Redbirds’ Grizzlies’ Night at AutoZone Park.

    By Parth Upadhyaya September 24, 2022

• July 2022

  • 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. 

    By Drew Hill July 14, 2022

  • 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.

    By Chris Herrington July 14, 2022

  • Summer league observations: Rookies show promise, but Grizzlies come up short against Boston

    The Grizzlies came up short against the Boston Celtics, dashing their chances at playing for the summer league championship. 

    By Drew Hill July 14, 2022

• June 2022

  • 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. 

    By Drew Hill June 29, 2022

  • Grizzlies podcast: Draft rewind and free agency preview

    The Grizzlies added four rookies to the roster. Do they need another veteran presence?

    By Drew Hill, Chris Herrington June 28, 2022

  • 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. 

    By Drew Hill June 25, 2022

  • 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. 

    By Geoff Calkins June 24, 2022

  • 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.

    By Chris Herrington June 24, 2022

  • In Grizzlies’ third trade, Kennedy Chandler will stay home

    The former Briarcrest star was the Grizzlies’ 38th pick after a deal with the Spurs. 

    By Drew Hill June 23, 2022

  • 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.

    By Drew Hill June 02, 2022

• December 2021

  • It’s Lomax vs. Chandler, the point guard who got away

    Saturday’s matchup between Memphis and Tennessee puts a spotlight on a player many believed should have ended up with the Tigers.

    By John Martin December 17, 2021

  • Scouting report: Bragging rights and more on line vs. Tennessee

    Coming off a stunning upset of Alabama, the Tigers have to contend with a top defense and an offense that likes to share the ball.

    By Steven Johnson December 17, 2021

• March 2021

  • A past, a present and a future Memphian highlight Iverson Classic rosters

    Several of the nation’s top prep basketball prospects are heading to Memphis for the May 8 all-star game.

    By John Varlas March 30, 2021

• February 2021

  • Ex-Briarcrest star returns as Memphis hosts NIBC championship game

    Former Briarcrest standout Kennedy Chandler is among the many highly-regarded prospects in the game between Sunrise Christian and Montverde Academy.

    By John Varlas February 12, 2021

• August 2020

  • Five-star guard, Memphis native Kennedy Chandler commits to Tennessee

    The No. 11 overall prospect in the class of 2021 also was considering Memphis, Kentucky, Duke and North Carolina.

    By Jonah Jordan August 14, 2020

• June 2020

  • Five-star point guard Kennedy Chandler finds ‘big bro’ in Grizzlies star Ja Morant

    Kennedy Chandler met Ja Morant at the secret Memphis hoop sessions. Now the Grizzlies star is taking the high school senior under his wing. 

    By Drew Hill June 14, 2020

  • There’s a secret basketball hideout in Memphis. It’s a sight to behold

    The hideout is where players like Ja Morant, Alex Lomax, DJ Jeffries, Kennedy Chandler and Moussa Cisse are preparing for next season. 

    By Drew Hill June 13, 2020

  • Whitehaven star Se’Quoia Allmond to play senior year in Canada

    Point guard led Whitehaven girls to their best season ever in 2019-2020.

    By John Varlas June 02, 2020

• May 2020

  • Kennedy Chandler transferring from Briarcrest to Sunrise Christian

    Star guard won second straight Division 2-AA Mr. Basketball Award in March.

    By John Varlas May 29, 2020

• April 2020

  • Memphis Tigers make five-star point guard Kennedy Chandler’s top five list

    Local five-star point guard Kennedy Chandler includes Memphis in his top 5 list. 

    By Jonah Jordan April 30, 2020

• March 2020

  • Chandler, Lawson, Cisse all win Mr. Basketball awards

    Lawson adds to family's trophy case while Chandler brings home honors for the second year in a row.

    By John Varlas March 10, 2020