Herrington: Warriors aren’t world-beaters, but have Grizzlies on the brink
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr., right, drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr. (32) during the second half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball Western Conference playoff semifinal in San Francisco, Monday, May 9, 2022. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life. He lives in the Vollintine-Evergreen neighborhood of Midtown with his wife, two kids, and two dogs.
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.
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