Herrington: Six areas of intrigue as Grizzlies open training camp
With Ja Morant’s 25-game league suspension, the exit of free agent Dillon Brooks and the addition of Marcus Smart, here’s what to look for as the season approaches. Related story:
Topic: Taylor Jenkins
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September 2023
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July 2023
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‘Let’s freakin’ go’: Marcus Smart smiles throughout Grizzlies introduction
After a passionate 26-minute introduction of Marcus Smart in Las Vegas, Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins was yelling “Let’s freakin’ go!”
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Taylor Jenkins anticipates Smart, Rose contributions to Grizzlies game plan
Speaking for the first time since the end of the season, Taylor Jenkins shared the key for replacing Ja Morant and what to expect from the addition of Marcus Smart.
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May 2023
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Herrington: As Memphis awaits Morant news, some playoff lessons
Every NBA team must find its way. These are models that fit the Grizzlies: be patient with a strong core and coach but be restless and aggressive at finding the supporting pieces to elevate them.
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Memphis Grizzlies offseason points to ponder
At this time of the year, with the NBA’s best still fighting it out in the playoffs, teams like Taylor Jenkins’ can only look forward.
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Grizzlies podcast: Parting with Dillon Brooks and offseason thoughts
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington sound off on the Grizzlies’ split with Dillon Brooks and what is ahead in the offseason.
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April 2023
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The future of Dillon Brooks in Memphis is murky
The Grizzlies said it’s time for the team to distance from self-inflicted distractions. What will that mean for the future of free agent Dillon Brooks?
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Grizzlies’ Ja Morant wants to be better on and off the court
Ja Morant said his next step as a leader of the Grizzlies is better decision making off the court and leading by example on it. “However I attack any situation, I know my guys will follow,” he said.
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Calkins: Lakers teach a humiliating lesson. Now, will the Grizzlies learn?
The Los Angeles Lakers humiliated Memphis Friday to win their playoff series, 4-2. It could turn out to be a “pivotal” moment for the Grizzlies. But only if they treat it as such.
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Who is Rui Hachimura, the guy who destroyed the Grizzlies in Game 1?
The forward had 29 points off the bench for the Los Angeles Lakers.
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March 2023
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Grizzlies podcast: Jaren Jackson Jr.'s offense and All-NBA stakes
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s rise in offensive production, the close All-NBA race among guards and how Luke Kennard quickly became a fan favorite in Memphis.
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Report: With his return still undecided, Ja Morant enters counseling program
The timeline for star point guard Ja Morant’s return to the Grizzlies remains in question.
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Grizzlies star Ja Morant will wear protective mask for ‘weeks’
Memphis point guard suffered a nasal fracture going for a steal against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.
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Taylor Jenkins, Ja Morant speak on NBA probe of Morant acquaintances
A report from The Athletic states that Ja Morant’s acquaintances confronted members of the Pacers’ traveling party near the team’s bus in the loading area of FedExForum after the Grizzlies’ Jan. 29 victory.
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February 2023
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Steven Adams not ready to return as Grizzlies eye regular season close
Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said Steven Adams has not started 5-on-5 play while he recovers from a knee injury he sustained on Jan. 22. Adams is not expected to play Thursday in Philadelphia.
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As Grizzlies return, the competition is tougher and questions grow
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Grizzlies security reaction in Cleveland just latest in long line of quick responses
The Grizzlies security team has been quick to break up skirmishes and protests. Thursday night they showed how it's done yet again.
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Dillon Brooks suspended one game for scuffle with Donovan Mitchell
Herrington: As Grizzlies approach trade deadline, they should focus on a 3-year window
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‘Cool dude’ Luke Kennard fitting in with Memphis Grizzlies
The Grizzlies welcomed “cool dude” Luke Kennard with open arms over the weekend. The newest Memphis addition, a dog lover and gamer, has high expectations for his new team.
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Grizzlies Notebook: Memphis players said distractions not reason for losses
Brandon Clarke said distractions are not the reason the Grizzlies are struggling, and that the team is “all grown.”
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Grizzlies Insider: If Santi Aldama is ‘Luigi,’ he’s a dang good sidekick
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January 2023
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Calkins: Along with their city, the Grizzlies grieve
Yes, we made it through the weekend peacefully. But now what? The Grizzlies got a win Sunday, and that’s great. Then they shared that they’re struggling with grief and anger, just like the rest of us.
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Grizzlies podcast: Losing streak ‘true or false?’
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ four-game losing streak and break down the struggles for Memphis on the wing.
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November 2022
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Herrington: Twenty games in, Grizzlies look like good bet to win West
Memphis has not put its best lineup on the floor for a single second this season.
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Grizzlies unapologetic as ever as they return to ‘rallying cry’ birthplace
Last season in Madison Square Garden, Ja Morant formed a rallying cry for the Grizzlies. It rings true one season later. Sunday, the Grizzlies return to New York.
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Grizzlies podcast: Surviving an injury wave
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss what is next for the Memphis Grizzlies after Ja Morant’s ankle injury.
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Herrington: Ten games in, Grizzlies season is right on track
Ten games into this new season, the 7-3 Grizzlies are on pace for 57 wins and are once again close behind the conference-leading Phoenix Suns.
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October 2022
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Let it fly: How the Grizzlies have offense humming five games into season
The remixed style of Grizzlies offense has Memphis carving up bad NBA defenses early in the season.
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