Dillon Brooks playing in simulated games in ‘ramp up’ to return
There is no timeline for the star defender’s return, but his assignment to the Memphis Hustle is a positive sign it could come soon.
There is no timeline for the star defender’s return, but his assignment to the Memphis Hustle is a positive sign it could come soon.
Jaren Jackson Jr. is ignoring the mean tweets as he works on his game, and there’s more on Dillon Brooks and Ziaire Williams.
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“He is my favorite player,” said Emoni Bates of Grizzlies star Ja Morant.
For more than 25 seasons, the Grizzlies have worn threads widely beloved by NBA fans all over. Now they will have another style in the rotation.
Jaren Jackson Jr. wasn’t at his best during the Grizzlies’ first six games this season, but we’ve been here before with Pau Gasol, Mike Conley and Rudy Gay.
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Jimmy Butler, Heat overpower Memphis defense
The Memphis defense left a lot to be desired in a blowout loss to the Heat, which shot 52% from the field, and 57% from 3-point range.Related story:
Morant’s drive to be an All-Star is off to a fantastic start as the Grizzlies return from a tough West Coast trip.
Morant makes the magic happen in multiple ways.
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Morant “woke up” in the third quarter, finishing with 30 points, seven rebounds, five assists and four steals as the Grizzlies rallied from a 19-point deficit.Related story:
The Grizzlies played a stinker Wednesday night on national television. But it’s only up from here!
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It has been an awfully encouraging first three games for the Memphis Grizzlies.
A week into the season, Ja Morant has already captured the attention of the basketball world and beyond.
With 40 points and 10 assists, Ja Morant nearly carried the Grizzlies to overtime against the Lakers.
Oct. 24, 2021: Lakers defeat the Grizzlies, 121-118, at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Oct. 23, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Clippers at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
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With the backcourt trio of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton, the Grizzlies hope they have something special brewing.
He wants to be an All-Star. He doesn’t hide that goal, as other players choose to do. But he also doesn’t want that desire to get in the way of his team goals, which ultimately keep everyone in Memphis happy.
By the time Ja Morant was finished for the evening, fans at FedExForum were chanting, “MVP! MVP!” On this night, Morant looked like a true superstar. The new season could be a whole lot of fun.