ESPN came to Memphis to cover Ja Morant. They got a whole team of swaggering Grizzlies instead. 

The Grizzlies guard hopes to get Mike Miller, whose record he broke, to sign the keepsake.

March 23, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Brooklyn Nets at FedExForum.

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Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant combined for 78 points, but a team effort by the Grizzlies was enough to take down the superstars. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 132, Nets 120

ESPN scrambled to get “NBA Today” live from Memphis, and the analysts and show crews loved their NBA reunion in the city. 

Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant appeared to tweak his knee at a March 18 game and is being evaluated.

ESPN’s Michael Wilbon can understand why Memphians are excited about the media giant’s presence, but he thinks it’s time they embrace a new kind of attitude. 

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The absence of the star point guard is a disappointing start to the Grizzlies’ upcoming day of national attention on ESPN. 

The Nets and Grizzlies will face off on a nationally televised game Wednesday.

The Grizzlies’ superstar might not want to hear it, but the numbers point to it. And does the team’s record reflect reality?

March 20, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center in Houston. 

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Memphis shook off a lethargic beginning, with Desmond Bane taking charge (24 points) and De’Anthony Melton coming in for 16 points and seven rebounds. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 122, Rockets 98

Ja Morant will sit out for the second time in three games. 

March 18, 2022: The Atlanta Hawks defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.

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The Grizzlies couldn’t get into a flow as Atlanta, even without star Trae Young, had a good shooting night.

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Box score: Hawks 120, Grizzlies 105

The point guard had missed Tuesday’s game because of back soreness.

“Hey, that’s always what I wanted to do,” Clarke said. “Just catch lobs.”

The Grizzlies are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, and ESPN’s desire to be in Memphis proves it. 

His teammates can point to one reason or another to explain the Grizzlies’ record. Jackson relies on their knowledge and goes about his business.

March 15, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

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Desmond Bane celebrated his homecoming with 21 points on 58% shooting in the blowout. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 135, Pacers 102

On a drive to the basket against the Los Angeles Clippers on Jan. 8, Brooks stepped on the foot of a defender, badly spraining his ankle. It took him more than two months to make his eventual return, which came on Sunday against Oklahoma City. 

Here is a closer look at the efficiencies of Grizzlies lineups, and if you’re watching the NCAA Tournament, who might be of interest.