Despite a night off from meaningful players on both sides, the home team had the game’s lone active star in Ja Morant. The visitors had the deeper cast of proven NBA players, and that proved too much. Related story:
NBA box score for the Wednesday, March 29 game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Clippers played at FedExForum in Memphis.
Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Tyus Jones are all listed as doubtful against the Clippers on Wednesday night. Ja Morant is expected to play.
The Grizzlies set a franchise record by winning their 33rd home game Tuesday. Not bad for a team that was supposed to be in disarray not long ago. How did they do it? “This is the closest team I’ve ever been a part of,” said Desmond Bane.
The Grizzlies clinched the best home record in franchise history on Tuesday night with a win over Orlando. They are 33-5 inside FedExForum. Related story:
NBA box score for the Tuesday, March 28 game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic played at FedExForum in Memphis.
Kobe Bryant had a vision for Mackenly Randolph. Her father, former Grizzlies star Z-Bo, is determined to make it come true.
I’m not sure anyone is bothered by the “parade inside my city” line aside from a television carnival barker and people on the Internet, but does a lyrical investigation after recent incidents make one wince? Sure. Grizzlies Insider: Dillon Brooks wants Memphis to bring playoff atmosphereRelated story:
“We are building up to it, and once we get (to the playoffs) I know it’s going to be rocking regardless of the score,” says Brooks.
With a victory over the Atlanta Hawks, the Grizzlies’ winning streak extends to six.Related:
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Atlanta Hawks.
It seemed likely to be a subdued night, after the “return of Ja Morant” show. Then, almost suddenly, it became The Luke Kennard show. He set a franchise record for 3-pointers despite coming off the bench.
Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman Sr. spent Thursday as a chaperone on a kindergarten field trip, then helped beat the Rockets one day later.
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Houston Rockets at FedExForum on Friday, March 24, 2024.
Luke Kennard set the franchise record for 3-point makes with 10. The Grizzlies also set a new franchise high from beyond the arc with 25 triples on 59.5% shooting. The big chaperone: Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman Sr. not too cool for schoolRelated stories:
For a team many expected to slide, the month of March has belonged to Jaren Jackson Jr., who’s led the team at 23 points per game on 53% shooting, as the Grizzlies have reclaimed their spot at second in the conference. Grizzlies Insider: Memphis teammates describe passion of Dillon BrooksRelated story:
“I play hard,” Brooks said. “The media gave me the villain role, so I’m just taking it and doing what I need to do with it.”
Ja Morant’s family wore hoodies that said, “Redemption.” But Morant said he just wants a second chance. That began Wednesday at FedExForum against the Houston Rockets. It was a sweet — and emotional — night.
NBA box score for the Wednesday, March 22 game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Houston Rockets.
After an eight-game suspension and one more on the sideline, Memphis Grizzlies’ superstar Ja Morant dropped in 17 points with five assists in a 130-125 Grizzlies victory that clinched the Southwest division title. Related story:
Ja Morant may be back — but he’s not exactly himself. Given everything that has happened in his life lately, isn’t that a good thing?
The Grizzlies guard will miss his third game this season due to a suspension. He leads the NBA in technical fouls with 18.
The superstar guard stepped behind a microphone for the first time since rejoining the Memphis Grizzlies following a suspension for conduct detrimental to the league. Herrington: Morant is set to return, but the Grizzlies weren’t just waiting aroundRelated story:
A funny thing happened in Morant’s absence, or maybe didn’t happen: While Morant’s season was sidetracked, the team’s was not.
Dillon Brooks said Ja Morant offered to come off the bench because his teammates are grooving so well in his absence. Brooks told him that isn’t happening. Dominant fourth quarter completes Grizzlies comeback over Mavs Box score: Grizzlies 112, Mavericks 108 Grizzlies Insider: Memphis not concerned with playoff seedingRelated stories: