Jaren Jackson Jr.’s offense has frustrated fans this season. But his defense has quietly taken a big leap forward. Getting him going on both ends of the floor may be the key to the Grizzlies’ season.
The Grizzlies put an emphatic end to their losing streak by routing the Rockets Monday. It may or may not mean the Grizzlies are back on track. But it was a happy birthday for Ja Morant’s dad!
Nov. 15, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Houston Rockets at FedExForum. Grizzlies get perfect prescription for recovery: the RocketsRelated story:
The Grizzlies snapped their three-game losing streak with a 34-point win over the lowly Houston Rockets. Related story:
‘I can hear him the whole game,’ Ja Morant said of his dad Tee, who always sits courtside and is celebrating his birthday Nov. 15. ‘He’s always talking to the players, and talking to the refs.’
Morant and Williamson. Memphis and New Orleans. Beale Street and Bourbon. The connections seemed so promising, but it hasn’t come to fruition — yet.
Nov. 13, 2021: Pelicans defeat the Grizzlies in New Orleans.
The Grizzlies are on a three-game losing streak, this time falling to a New Orleans team that entered the evening 1-12.Related story:
Box score: Pelicans 112, Grizzlies 101
Nov. 12, 2021: The Phoenix Suns defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.Related story:
Adding to the insult, former Grizzlies wing Jae Crowder scored 17 points, including five 3-pointers.Related story:
The Grizzlies are opting for caution on Brooks, who is recovering from his offseason hand injury.
Can Dillon Brooks be a quick fix for the Grizzlies’ defense? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss.
“We have a hard time guarding the ball,” Brooks said.
Nov. 10, 2021: The Charlotte Hornets defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.Related story:
Dillon Brooks made his return from a broken hand, scoring 20 points, including four 3-pointers. Related story:
The defensive force has missed the first 10 games while recovering from hand surgery.
Monday night overtime win over the Timberwolves showed why the Grizzlies believe in Jaren Jackson Jr. is the center of their future.
Nov. 8, 2021: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves in overtime, 125-118, at FedExForum. Grizzlies complete comeback to win thriller over TimberwolvesRelated story:
Karl-Anthony Towns’ 3-point prayer was answered, but the Grizzlies and Brandon Clarke stepped up in overtime. Related story:
The Grizzlies will see if their relaxation will pay off against the Timberwolves on Monday night.
Part of Brooks’ lineup insertion does bring up a host of questions, including how to redistribute minutes.
Nov. 5, 2021: The Washington Wizards beat the Memphis Grizzlies, 115-87, in Washington.Related story:
After some encouraging defensive performances, the Grizzlies went backward, allowing the Wizards to shoot 58% from the floor and 40% from 3-point range.Related story:
After struggling in the first half when Ja Morant was resting, the second half was an entirely different story for the Grizzlies’ second unit.
Jaren Jackson Jr. watched the third season of a popular Netflix thriller in one day while Taylor Jenkins can’t wait to watch the new season of “Yellowstone.”