It wasn’t just one Grizzlies player against the Knicks. It was the ninja, the unicorn, the rookie, Slow-Mo and a “run up the chimney.”

Feb. 2, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

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Grizzlies hold on with help from Williams, Bane to beat Knicks

The Grizzlies struggled at times, but rookie Ziaire Williams had a career-high 21 points, and Desmond Bane had two key 3s to help secure the win.

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Box score: Grizzlies 120, Knicks 108

The guard is the fourth Grizzlies player to be picked for the All-Star Weekend showcase in the past three seasons.

Tyus Jones has undeniably been an important bench piece for the Grizzlies. But with his contract expiring, his future with the team is in question. 

Jan. 31, 2022: The Philadelphia 76ers defeat the Grizzlies in Philadelphia.

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Grizzlies fall in overtime to Philadelphia

Ja Morant’s heroics weren’t enough, and the Grizzlies let an overtime lead slip away to Tyrese Maxey and the Sixers. 

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Box score: 76ers 122, Grizzlies 119 (OT)

There are obvious differences, and more people nationally are cognizant of Elvis than Ja, but they are united in charisma, flair and family.

The numbers might not be in Jackson’s favor, but the hope is those picking the reserves will see beyond stats.

Jan. 29, 2022: The Grizzlies defeat the Washington Wizards at FedExForum.

It wouldn’t have been possible without Desmond Bane’s block, but Ja Morant’s windmill dunk will add to his already spectacular résumé of highlight plays. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 115, Wizards 95

Ja Morant celebrated his new All-Star status in the only way he knew how. He put together a 30-point triple-double as the Grizzlies beat Mike Conley and the Utah Jazz.

Newly anointed All-Star Ja Morant added 10 rebounds and 10 assists in the win over the short-handed Jazz. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 119, Jazz 109

Jan. 28, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Utah Jazz at FedExForum.

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Ja Morant posts 30-point triple-double in Grizzlies win

When Ja Morant was selected to the NBA All-Star Game Thursday, it felt like all of Memphis was celebrating along with him. There’s a very good reason for that. 

The Grizzlies point guard will play with the league’s best in the All-Star Game Feb. 20 in Cleveland.

Jan 26, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the San Antonio Spurs in San Antonio.

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Ja Morant scores 41, dedicates win over Spurs to grandmother

Ja Morant scored 41 points, then thanked ESPN for removing the game from national television. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 118, Spurs 110

The Memphis Grizzlies and Memphis Zoo have come together to create a Ja Raffe bobblehead event.

There’s the question of De’Anthony Melton’s role, and what the recent losses to the Mavericks tell us.

Ja Morant didn’t want to get there as a replacement. In his third season, he will become an All-Star exactly the way that he wished. 

Jan. 23, 2022: The Dallas Mavericks defeat the Grizzlies in Dallas.