Ja Morant doubtful to play Monday with knee injury
If the Grizzlies star point guard is not able to play in Game 4 against the Warriors, Tyus Jones will start.
Calkins: There’s a ‘good chance’ Ja is out? Say it ain’t so.
Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said there’s a “good chance” Ja Morant won’t be able to play in Game 4 on Monday. What it means for Morant, for the Grizzlies and for this increasingly bitter playoff series. Herrington: Remember, Grizzlies-Warriors was supposed to be funRelated stories:
Fans discuss Poole’s move on Ja, say Grizz-Warriors rivalry’s getting out of hand
Ja Morant doubtful to play Monday with knee injury
Herrington: As a fog descends over the series, remember — Grizzlies-Warriors was supposed to be fun
The skies have been blessedly clear in San Francisco since the Grizzlies arrived here a few days ago. A gloomy fog has settled over the series instead. It wasn’t supposed to be that way, and still doesn’t have to be.
Tyler Harris transfers to South Florida
The former Tigers basketball player entered the transfer portal on April 16 and was clear that it wasn’t his decision to transfer as the staff encouraged him to explore his options.
Regional One uses technology to ease separation pain for new mothers
Manila, Arkansas mother Tracey Edwards, uses NICVIEW app to see her daughter, who is two hours away at Regional One in Memphis.
Fans discuss Poole’s move on Ja, say Grizz-Warriors rivalry’s getting out of hand
Supporters of the Memphis Grizzlies and the Golden State Warriors take to social media. Some wonder why Steven Adams didn’t play more minutes Saturday night; others ask, “Why can’t we just talk about the hoops?”
81 to receive Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees in UTHSC ceremony
Nurses who earn the Doctor of Nursing Practice work as nurse practitioners who can provide patient-centered health care and solutions to the nation’s primary care shortage.
Youth in Business Workshop gives students a look inside entrepreneurship
In each workshop, youth received the necessary information to start, manage and operate their own business through interactive lectures and hands-on experience.
Grizzlies podcast: Oh the drama!
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ Game 3 loss and the drama that followed.
Grizzlies Insider: Dillon Brooks is ultimate villain in eyes of Warriors fans
When asked about Dillon Brooks, Golden State Warriors fans said they plan to mercilessly boo him on Monday night in Game 4.
Jenkins upset as Ja Morant leaves Game 3 after Poole’s pull on knee
Ja Morant was injured in the fourth quarter after Warriors guard Jordan Poole pulled on his knee. Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said he will be speaking with front office executive Zach Kleiman about the next step.
Mama Bears: A Look Back
In honor of Mother’s Day, here’s a look back at last year’s “Mama Bear” stories featuring the moms of former and current Memphis Grizzlies players:
Ziare Williams’ mom shifts between probation officer and pro parent
Jaren Jackson Jr.’s mom used her own upbringing to inspire his
Brandon Clarke’s mom knew he was destined for the NBA, even as a toddler
Mark your calendars
Here are the next Memphis Grizzlies games:
- Game 6: Friday, May 13, Grizzlies at Golden State Warriors, 9 p.m. (ESPN)
- Game 7 (if needed): Monday, May 16, Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors, 7:30 p.m. (TNT)
Herrington: This wild series just got wilder
The Warriors proclaimed themselves ‘Gold Blooded’ on the T-shirts they gave out. The Grizzlies’ early offensive surge proved to be fool’s gold.
Guest column: Noise pollution within Memphis is rampant
Crosstown High School ninth grades wrote this column addressing the noise and air pollution in Memphis for their capstone class.
Guest Column: Regulators crack down on fake reviews
A recent survey found that 77% of consumers “always” or “regularly” read reviews from other consumers. That was up from 60% in the prior survey.
Metro
Make-A-Wish child will swim with ‘piggies and sharkies’
The Memphis Area Association of Realtors Commercial Council Make-A-Wish Golf Tournament is the largest donor event to Make-A-Wish Mid-South outside of events curated by the nonprofit.
Spirit of Memphis Local stars shine bright at high school theater awards
Public Safety Trial date for Ezekiel Kelly delayed
Bartlett TBI identifies man killed in Bartlett police shooting
Business
Le Bonheur revs up new high-tech ambulances
Dr. Trey Eubanks, Le Bonheur president and surgeon-in-chief, said they are “fully equipped to take care of the tiniest babies — premature infants to trauma patients to severely ill patients with pneumonia — from all across our community.”
Premium Spirit of Memphis Make-A-Wish child will swim with ‘piggies and sharkies’
City of Memphis EDGE allocates $200K for South Memphis
Transportation & Logistics Allegiant offering Memphis to Knoxville nonstop flights
Sports
Spring Fling: Lakeland, Munford baseball advance; Bartlett soccer falls
Two Memphis-area baseball teams advance to Saturday’s state finals, but Bartlett soccer falls in dramatic Class AAA title match.
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Jaren Jackson Jr. misses All-NBA designation. What it means for the Grizzlies.
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Lausanne, White Station win on final day of tennis
Premium High School Sports Spring Fling: Dominating Collierville repeats as AAA girls champion
Food
What to Order: Fawn’s braised short rib is a tender bite of heaven
The smoky, salty octopus pepperonata was a close second.
Suburbs
TBI identifies man killed in Bartlett police shooting
TBI’s investigation into the shooting is still ongoing, at the request of Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy.Related content:
Arts & Culture
Next GPAC director must understand ‘the Germantown way’
Germantown will likely hire its next executive director from within. The opening comes as Paul Chandler takes the top position at Memphis River Parks Partnership.
Opinion
Opinion: On xAI, ‘Memphians deserve honesty’
“Air pollution doesn’t know borders. It doesn’t stop at the state line. Running dozens of polluting turbines at this location would threaten air quality for families in South Memphis as well as those in Southaven.”
Podcasts
SunAh Laybourn on Asian American culture and history in Memphis
SunAh Laybourn’s desire to highlight the culture and history of Asian Americans in Memphis has brought, in part, the extensive range of local events happening during Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Games
Word Search: Memphis movies this week
Can you solve this week’s word search?