Herrington: The Grizzlies’ three paths forward as season crumbles
Whether Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart’s admonishment has any effect will perhaps better be evaluated Wednesday night, when the Grizzlies take their 0-8 home record back to FedExForum for a third chance at beating the Utah Jazz. (Nikki Boertman/AP Photo)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life.
With playoff hopes already fading, the Grizzlies face decisions that extend beyond the current season. Do they Break it Up, bet on a simple Gap Year or Reshuffle the deck?
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