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

Related story:
Grizzlies rally to beat Kings, set up Sunday showdown in Golden Staten

The Grizzlies closed with an 11-0 run to set up a winner-takes-the-8-seed game against the Warriors Sunday. 

The fullback and midfielder are the only two remaining from the inaugural 2019 season roster.

Timely hitting sends Mustangs past Dragons.

MUS tennis players figured prominently at regionals.

First there was Grizzalina. Then Pascal the Pigeon. Now the Grizzlies are riding the good luck of “Rally Stanley.”

The Tigers’ new head coach will live out a dream with USA Basketball.

The Grizzlies are on the cusp of eighth in the West. Can they jump Golden State?

Max Gilbert is the hat-trick hero as Lynx defeat ECS while Dade Micheel scores twice in Gryphons’ victory over Westminster.

May 11, 2021: Grizzlies 133, Mavericks 104

Related story:

Grizzlies deliver no-doubt revenge against Mavericks

Ja Morant’s production and energy were abundant in the Grizzlies’ huge win. 

Related story:

Box score: Grizzlies 133, Mavericks 104