The De’Anthony Melton Appreciation Society continues to collect evidence that his swing plays are what make him so valuable.

Was Ja Morant’s layup the most important play of the win Wednesday night?

Ja Morant answered the call Wednesday night instead of sending Grizzlies fans to voicemail. 

Grizzlies didn’t fall into the fourth-quarter trap, using 10 3-pointers and clutch rebounding to beat the Heat.

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Box score: Grizzlies 89, Heat 85

March 17, 2021: The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Miami Heat 89-85 at FedExForum, their first win in four games.

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Ja Morant scores the basket that ends Grizzlies’ three-game losing streak

Says Achiuwa: “I’ve been looking forward to this day for a really, really long time.”

The statistics reveal a great deal about a shot, and shot attempts, that is taken in the “short mid-range.”

Coach Taylor Jenkins has to weigh whether Grayson Allen or De’Anthony Melton get in the Grizzlies’ rotation. But the condensed schedule should give both players plenty of opportunities. 

March 15, 2021: Suns 122, Grizzlies 99

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The Grizzlies couldn’t keep pace with the Suns’ offense in their third straight loss. 

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Box score: Suns 122, Grizzlies 99

No, the Memphis Tigers won’t be in the NCAA tournament. But we can root for some of the Grizzlies players’ alma maters at the Big Dance.

March 14, 2021: Thunder 128, Grizzlies 122

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Grizzlies fall to hot-shooting Thunder

The Grizzlies had a 12-point lead, but the Thunder’s proficient 3-point shooting was overwhelming.

The game ended on a controversial non-call following a Ja Morant drive. 

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Box score: Nuggets 103, Grizzlies 102

March 12, 2021: The Denver Nuggets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

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Grizzlies fall to Nuggets in final seconds

The Grizzlies are in a relatively good place; just because there might be options doesn’t mean they have to jump on them.

Twelve months after the sports world shut down, there are finally signs of hope. What did we learn about our relationship to sports during a year like no other? And (you really needed to know this) when will the Bongo Lady be back?

Jaren Jackson Jr. is still working towards a return, but when can Grizzlies fans expect him back?

Grizzlies fans eager to see the forward back on the court will have to wait at least a few more weeks.

The Grizzlies guard was quick to make a correction Wednesday night after the team beat the Washington Wizards for the second time this season. 

March 10, 2021: The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Washington Wizards at FedExForum.

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Valanciunas had 29 points and 20 rebounds, and the Grizzlies had six players score in double figures.

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Box score: Grizzlies 127, Wizards 112

Memphis faces a cramped second half of the schedule and is more than ready to have Jackson’s talents back.

When Jaren Jackson Jr. returns, there will be a trickle-down effect on the lineup to consider. 

Desmond Bane and Xavier Tillman Sr. came in with “100% Grizzlies DNA” and a high IQ. It’s up to the player development coaches to maximize their talent.