Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr., Grizzlies bet on each other with $105M extension
The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.
The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.
FedExForum is urging fans to arrive early and be patient as new policies take effect.
Considered a paramount part of the team’s future, the forward agreed to a deal for four years, $105 million.
This is what we’re here for — and Combo Meals, a chirping defender and that chase for the playoffs.
Waiving Dunn means two other players will be at FedExForum when the Grizzlies open Wednesday night.
Oct. 15, 2021: Bulls defeat the Grizzlies, 118-105, at United Center in Chicago.Related story:
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The former Memphis Grizzlies player was released on a $500,000 personal recognizance bond.
All of the Memphis rotation players, except for injured Dillon Brooks, are expected to play in the final preseason game on Friday night in Chicago.
The celebration featured a star lineup of all-Memphis rappers, top prospects and Penny Hardaway’s vehicle in Tiger Blue.
Oct. 13, 2021: Pacers defeat the Grizzlies, 109-107 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis.Related story:
Sam Merrill scored 30 points in the loss. Will it be enough to make the team?Related story:
De’Anthony Melton and Desmond Bane both might move into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup when the season begins. But the team ultimately will face a choice between them.
Ja Morant’s midrange jumper looks smooth, and how much can Jaren Jackson Jr. grow (physically, as well as his game)?
Dillon Brooks will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks because of a hand injury.
Ja Morant had 24 points, and Jaren Jackson Jr. had a promising game with 20 points and eight rebounds.Related story:
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Detroit Pistons, 127-92, at FedExForum on Oct. 11, 2021. Ja Morant makes his own noise in blowout victory over PistonsRelated story:
Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton are off to tremendous starts this preseason, which will complicate Taylor Jenkins’ decision on a starter.
Oct. 9, 2021, FedExForum: Hawks 91, Grizzlies 87 Related story:
Santi Aldama looked much better in the loss than in summer league, scoring a preseason-high 16 points. Related story:
Desmond Bane (19 points), Jaren Jackson (16), Ja Morant (16) and the Grizzlies beat the Charlotte Hornets by 30 points in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.Related story:
Desmond Bane continued his strong start to the preseason with a team-high 19 points. Related story:
Various factors have kept the two from developing their rhythm together. Now is the time to see if their games mesh.
The Grizzlies, like everyone else, will have to wait to see what comes of the legal proceedings.