Make no mistake, Memphis is partnering with the city in a “transformational renovation” of Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in order to get to a better conference. Will it work?
The University of Memphis explored the idea of creating a new stadium, but research indicated it made more sense to renovate the one it already has. Strickland: U of M would provide ‘lion’s share’ of stadium fundsRelated story:
Carson Todd led ECS over FACS in the division tournament on May 7.
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss several players that carried Memphis to a Game 5 win.
Briarcrest’s arms come through on the way to region tournament championship.
On Wednesday night in Game 5, Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. was the best player on the floor.
Strickland said he left the decision about whether to renovate the city-owned stadium or build a new one on the university campus to the university.
Grizzlies vice president of basketball operations Zach Kleiman, 33, is the youngest person to receive the NBA Executive of the Year award.
The renovation is expected to cost between $150 million and $200 million.
The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Golden State Warriors, 134-95, in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals. Here are some photos from the game.
Steph Curry said the Warriors’ plan to close out the Grizzlies was to “Whoop That Trick.” Yeah, that was a mistake. The Grizzlies responded with one of the great whoopings in NBA playoff history.
The Warriors haven’t really looked like the better team. Not decisively, at least. And the Grizzlies shouldn’t consider a great Game 5 their last hurrah.
May 11, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Golden State Warriors at FedExForum.Related story:
With 3:44 remaining in the third quarter, Jaren Jackson Jr. went to the scorer’s table and asked for “Whoop that Trick.” It was that kind of blowout for the Grizzlies in Game 5. Calkins: That’s how you whoop that trick, Steph. And what a glorious whooping it was. Herrington: The whooping is over for the Grizzlies. Now it’s winning time. Box score: Grizzlies 134, Warriors 95Related stories:
The Memphis Grizzlies will face the Golden State Warriors in Game 5, Round 2 of the NBA Playoff series tonight at 8:30 p.m.
Whatever happens, this has been a great Grizzlies season, one of only three in franchise history to include more than 50 wins in the regular season and also advancement in the playoffs.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Memphis Grizzlies’ loss in Game 4 and look ahead to Game 5.
Here’s a look at who the potential defensive starters might be this season.
Connor Weaks throws three hitless innings to help Mustangs advance to Wednesday’s district championship game against rival Collierville.
The Grizzlies point guard sat out Game 4 against the Warriors, which Memphis lost, 101-98.
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 98-101 in Game 4, Round 2 of the NBA Playoff series.
Memphis has signed two transfers so far with Georgia Southern’s Elijah McCadden and SMU’s Kendric Davis.
Memphis fans have voiced loudly their opinions of Dillon Brooks’ play in Game 4. Grizzlies lose lead in final minute, drop Game 4 to Warriors Calkins: Why Dillon, why? On a crushing ending to a crushing day. Herrington: Dillon Brooks had a tough night in a tougher loss Wiseman speaks about Tigers, injuries: ‘It’s made me stronger’
Longtime Saints fixture and “relations-builder” Joe Rowell is retiring, leaving a legacy of winning and can-do attitude.
What was Dillon Brooks thinking? Why did he take that shot? The Grizzlies had the win right there for the taking. On a very hard ending to a very hard day.