Said Dillon Brooks: “We are ready to rock.”

Beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington give their prediction for the Grizzlies play-in game against the Spurs. 

If the Grizzlies can beat the Spurs, then knock off either the Warriors or Lakers on the road in a subsequent play-in finale, they’ll crash the full-fledged playoffs with the top-seeded Utah Jazz.

The increase in capacity comes after guidance from the Shelby County Health Department. 

Fans no longer required to wear masks in outdoor areas.

Highly sought Quincy Guerrier is choosing among Memphis, Oregon, Illinois and Arizona State.

The Grizzlies want the play-in game against the Spurs to feel like the typical playoff atmosphere. 

May 16, 2021: Memphis Grizzlies lose to Golden State Warriors, 113-101, in San Francisco.

Sophomore Jordan Ware qualifies for Spring Fling in two individual events and as part of two relays.

New goalkeeper John Berner keeps Memphis in it early before Birmingham picks up the three points.

There’s a reason this game will be on ESPN, and not only because it features fan favorites Steph Curry and Ja Morant. “Making the playoffs in the West is tough,” Morant said. “We knew that from the jump.”

OK, their bridge is more famous. And their team is more famous. But here’s why the Grizzlies can beat the Warriors — and claim eighth place in the Western Conference — in Sunday’s Battle of the Bridges.

May 14, 2021: The Grizzlies defeated the Sacramento Kings at FedExForum, 107-106.

Eight Grizzlies rested against the Kings; all the better for one 18-year-old with a very specific Twitter page.

First-year head coach likes team’s work ethic in advance of Saturday’s season opener in Birmingham.

Tycho Collins, the team’s first academy signing, has had trials in England, the Netherlands and China. 

The big man and the tenacious defender have proven undeniable worth and effectiveness this season.

The Memphis-Tulane matchup just got a lot more intense.

The Grizzlies defeated the Kings Thursday to set up a game against the Warriors for the eighth seed in the Western Conference. So take a load off, Grizzlies. It’s one of the biggest regular-season games in franchise history. 

Dalis Hawkins of Briarcrest and Jaxon Hammond and Jake Ryan of CBHS among the top performers Thursday.

May 13, 2021: Grizzlies 116, Kings 110

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