Young Grizzlies must grow up after early exit from playoffs
1 year, 7 months ago

Young Grizzlies must grow up after early exit from playoffs

Associated Press  

The Memphis Grizzlies must prove the NBA’s second-youngest team can learn the league’s toughest lesson that the playoffs are nothing like the regular season. Just more disciplined.” HOME EDGE The Grizzlies set a franchise mark by going 35-6 at home this season, the NBA’s best home record since Golden State won 36 games in the 2016-17 season. Obviously was, too.” Last season, Morant missed the final three games of Memphis’ semifinals loss to eventual champion Golden State. BRIGHT FUTURE In addition to Morant, the Grizzlies also have Jaren Jackson Jr., the NBA’s second-youngest player to be named defensive player of the year.

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Morant, Wells, Jackson Jr. score 20 apiece as Grizzlies beat Lakers 131-114
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Morant, Wells, Jackson Jr. score 20 apiece as Grizzlies beat Lakers 131-114

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant scored 20 points before leaving in the third quarter with a right hamstring injury and the Memphis Grizzlies used their 3-point shooting to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 131-114 on Wednesday night. Rookie Jaylen Wells and Jaren Jackson Jr. also scored 20 points each for the Grizzlies. Takeaways Lakers: With Davis out, Los Angeles was …

Grizzlies Dominate Jazz, Clinching Season-Opening Win
2 months ago

Grizzlies Dominate Jazz, Clinching Season-Opening Win

Associated Press  

Ja Morant led the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-124 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Morant had 22 points, 10 assists and five rebounds, while Santi Aldama and Desmond Bane added 27 and 24 points respectively for the Grizzlies. Lauri Markkanen had 35 points and nine rebounds for Utah, while Jordan Clarkson chipped in for 17 points and …

Morant's Return: A Fresh Start for the Grizzlies
2 months ago

Morant's Return: A Fresh Start for the Grizzlies

Associated Press  

Ja Morant's return to the Memphis Grizzlies helps the team but the future is unclear. Morant's high-flying dunks and ability to get passes to open teammates have helped the Grizzlies earn the Western Conference's No. 2 seed in back-to-back seasons. However, Morant's suspension and injury last season may have been a blessing in disguise, giving him time to heal and …

Lakers defeat Grizzlies and get some good news about the play-in race
8 months, 1 week ago

Lakers defeat Grizzlies and get some good news about the play-in race

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis works in the post against Grizzlies guard Jordan Goodwin during the first half Friday in Memphis. Yet the Lakers got caught, their hands down at their waists, the Grizzlies’ repeated jabs to the chin staggering the team with everything to play for. Win and keeping moving forward.” Needing one final stop, the Lakers and Grizzlies scrambled …

Grizzlies rally with big-4th quarter to beat Suns 121-115 with Morant sidelined
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Grizzlies rally with big-4th quarter to beat Suns 121-115 with Morant sidelined

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Jaren Jackson Jr. had 28 points and 10 rebounds and the Memphis Grizzlies, playing without Ja Morant, overcame an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Phoenix Suns 121-115 on Sunday night. Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said before the game that Morant apparently hurt the shoulder Friday night late in a victory over the Lakers in …

Ja Morant’s buzzer-beater lifts Grizzlies to win vs. Pelicans in guard’s return from suspension
1 year ago

Ja Morant’s buzzer-beater lifts Grizzlies to win vs. Pelicans in guard’s return from suspension

New York Times  

NEW ORLEANS — A few moments before Tuesday night’s Grizzlies–Pelicans matchup — Ja Morant’s first time back on an NBA court in nearly eight months — the 24-year-old All-Star guard leaned against the wall inside the tunnel to collect his thoughts. “Y’all know what time it is.” GO DEEPER Ja Morant returns to safe space with Grizzlies — comfort, teammates …

Can Ja Morant save the Grizzlies? Plus, the Clippers keep winning and Pistons lose … again
1 year ago

Can Ja Morant save the Grizzlies? Plus, the Clippers keep winning and Pistons lose … again

New York Times  

This is the digital version of The Bounce. The Latest From Shams G League star to defend dunk crown The NBA hasn’t had a repeat Slam Dunk Contest winner since Zach LaVine in 2016. This is what you need to know: Clippers 151, Pacers 127: The Clippers remain the NBA’s hottest team and have their longest winning streak in the …

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, ahead of potential return from suspension, says he has ‘new look on life’
1 year ago

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant, ahead of potential return from suspension, says he has ‘new look on life’

New York Times  

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant learned about himself during therapy while suspended from the NBA for 25 games to begin the season, he said Friday. “I’m not done learning myself, but I definitely understand why the things that happened, happened.” Ja Morant speaking on the importance of therapy and how eye-opening the process was for him, learning things about himself. …

Jaren Jackson Jr. scores 20 as Grizzlies defeat Jazz 105-91 for their first home win this season
1 year ago

Jaren Jackson Jr. scores 20 as Grizzlies defeat Jazz 105-91 for their first home win this season

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Jaren Jackson Jr. had 20 points and six blocks, David Roddy added 19 points and the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Utah Jazz 105-91 on Wednesday night for their first home win of the season. “I think it’s something we have been working towards.” Memphis coach Taylor Jenkins pointed to an all-around performance from his team that included …

The Memphis Grizzlies are bent, but not broken … yet: The IkoSystem
1 year ago

The Memphis Grizzlies are bent, but not broken … yet: The IkoSystem

New York Times  

HOUSTON — The night before Thanksgiving, as members of the Memphis Grizzlies filed out of the visitor’s locker room, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane remained seated, breaking down the 20-point loss to the upstart Houston Rockets. “Be a grown man about it, be a professional about it and bring positivity to everyone around you.” Any hope the Grizzlies have …

NBA: Grizzlies C Steven Adams to undergo knee surgery, will miss 2023-24 season
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA: Grizzlies C Steven Adams to undergo knee surgery, will miss 2023-24 season

The Hindu  

Memphis Grizzlies starting center Steven Adams will have right knee surgery and miss the 2023-24 season, the team announced Sunday. The Grizzlies said in a news release that the surgery on Adams’ right cruciate ligament is necessary because “non-operative rehabilitation did not resolve ongoing knee instability.” Adams sprained the ligament as he dove for a loose ball in a 112-110 …

With Ja Morant suspended, so are Grizzlies’ plans for NBA title chase
1 year, 6 months ago

With Ja Morant suspended, so are Grizzlies’ plans for NBA title chase

The Hindu  

The Memphis Grizzlies put its future and title hopes in the hands of Ja Morant. 12 jersey ranked among the NBA’s top 10 best sellers on the league website in the second half of this season, and Nike gave Morant a signature shoe deal. Part of Morant’s latest punishment is dealing with what Commissioner Adam Silver called “destructive behaviour.” The …

Notable moments of Ja Morant’s Grizzlies career, both on and off the court
1 year, 6 months ago

Notable moments of Ja Morant’s Grizzlies career, both on and off the court

Associated Press  

A timeline of some of the notable of moments on and off of Ja Morant’s career from the time the Memphis Grizzlies made him the No. — May 24, 2023: Police in Tennessee conduct a welfare check on suspended Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant and say “he is fine” after cryptic messages appeared on his Instagram account and were later …

NBA playoffs: Grizzlies needs rare road win over Lakers to stay alive
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA playoffs: Grizzlies needs rare road win over Lakers to stay alive

The Hindu  

Memphis Grizzlies sharpshooter Desmond Bane guarantees that the first-round series with the Los Angeles Lakers will go to a Game 7. “We’re going to be back for a Game 7 in front of the best fans in the NBA.” Bane did his part to keep Memphis alive with 33 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in Game 5. So, we …

Anthony Davis not rattled by tired Lakers’ Game 5 loss: ‘Our team will get better’
1 year, 7 months ago

Anthony Davis not rattled by tired Lakers’ Game 5 loss: ‘Our team will get better’

LA Times  

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant gets past Lakers forward LeBron James for a layup in Game 5 during the first half of Game 5 on Wednesday night in Memphis. Fans waved towels and chanted “Whoop that trick.” Fans and arena staff loudly made plans for Sunday, when the Grizzlies would host Game 7 if the Lakers can’t end things. Ja Morant, …

Memphis Grizzlies’ maturity problems extend well beyond Ja Morant and Dillon Brooks
1 year, 7 months ago

Memphis Grizzlies’ maturity problems extend well beyond Ja Morant and Dillon Brooks

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Ja Morant dressed in his green Nike sweatsuit and bolted the visitor’s locker room, saying to no one in particular, “See you boys tomorrow.” Dillon Brooks was dressed in his sweater, jeans and dark glasses, and out of the arena before reporters were even allowed into the dressing area for interviews. The King sends it to OT …

NBA Preview: Memphis Grizzlies-Los Angeles Lakers series heads west with Ja Morant improving
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Preview: Memphis Grizzlies-Los Angeles Lakers series heads west with Ja Morant improving

The Hindu  

The mystery of whether Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant will play Saturday night might not be resolved until close to tipoff for the second straight game. “He’s still navigating a little bit of pain, but there’s improved symptoms for sure,” Memphis coach Taylor Jenkins said Friday. They were desperate and they played harder than us.” Meanwhile, the tension between Memphis’ …

No Ja Morant, no problem as Grizzlies tie up Lakers at 1-1
1 year, 8 months ago

No Ja Morant, no problem as Grizzlies tie up Lakers at 1-1

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Grizzlies learned about an hour before tipoff they wouldn’t have their two-time All-Star point guard, with Ja Morant’s bruised right hand aching too much to take the court. Xavier Tillman scored a career-high 22 points and had 13 rebounds, and the Grizzlies tied their first-round Western Conference series at 1-1 Wednesday night by beating the …

NBA playoffs result: No Ja Morant, no problem as Grizzlies ties up Lakers at 1-1
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA playoffs result: No Ja Morant, no problem as Grizzlies ties up Lakers at 1-1

The Hindu  

Xavier Tillman scored a career-high 22 points and had 13 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies tied its first-round Western Conference series at 1-1 Wednesday night by beating the Los Angeles Lakers 103-93 with All-Star guard Ja Morant sidelined by an injured hand. 2 seed Memphis sat Morant after he tested the right hand that originally hurt on April 7 in …

With Grizzlies missing Ja Morant, Lakers’ sluggish start costs them golden opportunity
1 year, 8 months ago

With Grizzlies missing Ja Morant, Lakers’ sluggish start costs them golden opportunity

New York Times  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — D’Angelo Russell threw an errant inbound pass to Dennis Schröder that Luke Kennard easily intercepted. “You can’t keep saying ‘point guard.’ I’m a basketball player.” James led all scorers with 28 points and added 12 rebounds. Davis has had a special series from a defensive perspective, blocking five shots in Game 2 to become the first Lakers …

Grizzlies’ 2-time All-Star Morant out for Game 2 vs Lakers
1 year, 8 months ago

Grizzlies’ 2-time All-Star Morant out for Game 2 vs Lakers

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant sat out with an injured right hand Wednesday night as the Memphis Grizzlies tried to avoid falling into an 0-2 hole in their first-round Western Conference playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers. Coach Taylor Jenkins said before the game that Morant worked with the medical team throughout the day and was steadily improving in …

Grizzlies take Game 2, even series vs. Lakers without Ja Morant
1 year, 8 months ago

Grizzlies take Game 2, even series vs. Lakers without Ja Morant

New York Times  

MEMPHIS — The Grizzlies continue to perpetuate the unexplainable and win without Ja Morant. “It’s just a great, great description of the depth of our team, the resilience of our team,” Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said, of winning without Morant. On Tuesday, Jenkins said an MRI showed a soft-tissue injury in between the bones in Morant’s right hand. Though an …

NBA playoffs result: Los Angeles Lakers pushes past Memphis Grizzlies in Game 1 after Ja Morant’s late exit
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA playoffs result: Los Angeles Lakers pushes past Memphis Grizzlies in Game 1 after Ja Morant’s late exit

The Hindu  

Rui Hachimura came off the bench to score a team-high 29 points, LeBron James and Anthony Davis both posted double-doubles and the seventh-seeded Los Angeles Lakers scored a Game 1 road win over the No. Los Angeles used two big runs in the fourth quarter to take command, the latter a game-ending 15-0 outburst three minutes after Memphis All-Star Ja …

Lakers erupt in fourth quarter, survive Anthony Davis injury scare to take Game 1 vs. Grizzlies
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers erupt in fourth quarter, survive Anthony Davis injury scare to take Game 1 vs. Grizzlies

New York Times  

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-112 on the road in Game 1 of their opening-round playoff matchup on Sunday. With 1:15 remaining in the second quarter, Anthony Davis collected an offensive rebound and had the ball tipped out by Jaren Jackson Jr. During the contact, Davis lost feeling in his right arm. After Davis lost feeling in …

Lakers-Grizzlies preview and prediction: Defending Anthony Davis and Ja Morant, X-factors
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers-Grizzlies preview and prediction: Defending Anthony Davis and Ja Morant, X-factors

New York Times  

The last time the Lakers were in the playoffs, they were the No. Series schedule Here’s the schedule for Grizzlies-Lakers: pic.twitter.com/JfqgXYeVir — Jovan Buha April 12, 2023 Here are the statistical profiles of the two teams: Season stats Lakers Grizzlies Offensive rating 113.9 114.7 Defensive rating 113.2 110.7 Net rating 0.7 4.0 eFG% 54.2 54.0 Rebound % 50.5 50.7 Assist …

Lakers vs. Grizzlies: LeBron James breaks down the playoff series
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers vs. Grizzlies: LeBron James breaks down the playoff series

LA Times  

So, LeBron James, your Lakers have just defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA’s play-in game on Tuesday night and have advanced to the first round of the playoffs to face the young, brash and cocky Memphis Grizzlies. Can you, LeBron James, give the media an early scouting report on a second-seeded Grizzlies team that has All-Stars in super-talented point …

Memphis Grizzlies look to growl past Atlanta Hawks, keep playoff dreams alive
1 year, 8 months ago

Memphis Grizzlies look to growl past Atlanta Hawks, keep playoff dreams alive

Hindustan Times  

The Memphis Grizzlies are making waves in the Western Conference with their five-game winning streak and they're not stopping anytime soon. With only nine games remaining in the regular season, the Grizzlies are looking to secure the top playoff seed in the West as they take on the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard shoots for three …

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies Seal Playoff Spot With Win Over Houston Rockets, Boston Celtics Beat Indiana Pacers
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies Seal Playoff Spot With Win Over Houston Rockets, Boston Celtics Beat Indiana Pacers

News 18  

The Memphis Grizzlies clinched an NBA playoff berth in emphatic style on Friday, Luke Kennard leading a dazzling display from three-point range in a 151-114 rout of the Houston Rockets. “Setting a franchise record as a team, setting a franchise record as an individual, for us, it’s huge,” said Grizzles coach Taylor Jenkins after his team booked a third straight …

Memphis Grizzlies plan to take on Miami Heat without Morant, Adams, Clarke
1 year, 9 months ago

Memphis Grizzlies plan to take on Miami Heat without Morant, Adams, Clarke

Hindustan Times  

The Memphis Grizzlies are on fire, racking up wins left and right, despite playing without their star player Ja Morant, who has missed five consecutive games due to off-court issues. The Grizzlies are now set to take on the Miami Heat on Wednesday night, and all eyes will be on Memphis as they try to extend their three-game win streak. …

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies Rout Golden State Warriors, Milwaukee Bucks Hold off Brooklyn Nets
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies Rout Golden State Warriors, Milwaukee Bucks Hold off Brooklyn Nets

News 18  

The Memphis Grizzlies produced a devastating first-quarter scoring spree in a blowout 131-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in the latest instalment of their rivalry with the NBA champions on Thursday. The Warriors beat the Grizzlies in the Western Conference playoffs last season en route to the NBA title, and the build-up to Thursday’s game had been marked by …

NBA result: Hot at home, Memphis Grizzlies wallops Golden State Warriors
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA result: Hot at home, Memphis Grizzlies wallops Golden State Warriors

The Hindu  

Tyus Jones scored 22 points in Ja Morant’s starting spot, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane chipped in 21 apiece and the Memphis Grizzlies overcame the absence of its star to overpower the visiting Golden State Warriors 131-110 on Thursday night. Playing for the third time since Morant left the team in the aftermath of a gun incident, the Grizzlies …

Hollinger: As Grizzlies rebuild faces adversity with Ja Morant and other bad news, it’s time for Memphis to grow up
1 year, 9 months ago

Hollinger: As Grizzlies rebuild faces adversity with Ja Morant and other bad news, it’s time for Memphis to grow up

New York Times  

You’ll rarely see a crescendo of bad news hit so quickly: Within minutes on Saturday, we learned that the Memphis Grizzlies had removed All-Star guard Ja Morant from the team for at least two games, lost small forward Dillon Brooks due to a suspension for technical foul accumulation and lost backup center Brandon Clarke for the season due to a …

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies Rout LA Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks Sink Brooklyn Nets
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies Rout LA Lakers, Milwaukee Bucks Sink Brooklyn Nets

News 18  

Ja Morant produced a second-half scoring spree as the Memphis Grizzlies exploited the absence of LeBron James to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 121-109 on Tuesday. After being restricted to six points as the Lakers took a 49-46 lead into the break, Grizzlies star Morant erupted with 28 points in the third quarter to tip the contest decisively in Memphis’ …

NBA: Ja Morant Stars as Grizzlies Maul Lakers, Bucks Rally to Down Nets
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA: Ja Morant Stars as Grizzlies Maul Lakers, Bucks Rally to Down Nets

News 18  

Ja Morant produced a second-half scoring spree as the Memphis Grizzlies exploited the absence of LeBron James to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 121-109 on Tuesday. After being restricted to just six points as the Lakers took a 49-46 lead into the break, Grizzlies star Morant erupted with 28 points in the third quarter to tip the contest decisively in …

Morant’s third-quarter burst leads Grizzlies past Lakers
1 year, 9 months ago

Morant’s third-quarter burst leads Grizzlies past Lakers

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant scored 28 of his 39 points in the third quarter and added 10 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat Los Angeles 121-109 on Tuesday night in the Lakers’ first game since LeBron James injured his right foot. “A lot of that was cause and effect with our turnovers,” Los Angeles coach Darvin …

LeBron-less Lakers can’t keep pace with Ja Morant, Grizzlies
1 year, 9 months ago

LeBron-less Lakers can’t keep pace with Ja Morant, Grizzlies

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis, trying to score over Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman Sr., had 28 points, 19 rebounds and five blocked shots during a loss Tuesday night in Memphis. “Damn,” Lakers guard Austin Reaves said when he learned of Morant’s stats from the third quarter. “That’s a lot of points.” The Lakers didn’t adjust quickly enough and Morant kept beating …

Frustrated Memphis Grizzlies limps into meeting with Toronto Raptors
1 year, 10 months ago

Frustrated Memphis Grizzlies limps into meeting with Toronto Raptors

The Hindu  

It has been a tough three weeks for the Memphis Grizzlies, who have lost seven of their last eight games while playing through injuries. And when the Toronto Raptors visit Memphis on Sunday evening, the Grizzlies will be without starter Dillon Brooks, who was suspended for the game for striking Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell during an altercation in a 128-113 road …

NBA: Ja Morant’s triple-double halts Grizzlies’ skid, sinks Pacers
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Ja Morant’s triple-double halts Grizzlies’ skid, sinks Pacers

The Hindu  

Behind a second consecutive triple-double by Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies rallied from 12 points down at halftime to snap a season-high five-game losing streak with a 112-100 home win over the Indiana Pacers on Sunday night. Jaren Jackson Jr. added 28 points and eight rebounds for the Grizzlies. Indiana jumped out to a 32-23 first-quarter lead behind eight points …

Grizzlies use Morant’s triple-double, rally to beat Pacers
1 year, 10 months ago

Grizzlies use Morant’s triple-double, rally to beat Pacers

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ja Morant had 27 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, Jaren Jackson Jr. added 28 points and the Memphis Grizzlies overcame a lackluster first half to defeat the Indiana Pacers 112-100 on Sunday. “Pretty clear that the first half was really excellent and exactly what we were trying to do, which was make it tough on them …

Grizzlies' young cubs eyeing bigger prey
2 years, 7 months ago

Grizzlies' young cubs eyeing bigger prey

China Daily  

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant rises for a layup against Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson during Game 3 of their Western Conference second-round series in San Francisco on May 7. The NBA's second-youngest team earned the West's No 2 seed for the first time by matching the most wins in franchise history with 56.The Grizzlies won their first playoff …

Young Grizzlies showed they can play with best in NBA, and they’re only getting better
2 years, 7 months ago

Young Grizzlies showed they can play with best in NBA, and they’re only getting better

New York Times  

This is only the beginning, and the Grizzlies know it. “They know that we’re gonna come every single year,” said Dillon Brooks, who scored 30 points on 11-of-28 shooting in the elimination game. So, they know we’re coming every single year.” BOX SCORE: Warriors 110, Grizzlies 96 Even after a franchise-altering season severed, the Grizzlies still maintained their swagger. “I’ve …

Grizzlies star Ja Morant doubtful for rest of NBA playoffs
2 years, 7 months ago

Grizzlies star Ja Morant doubtful for rest of NBA playoffs

Associated Press  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis All-Star guard Ja Morant is doubtful for the remainder of the NBA postseason after an MRI and further evaluation revealed a bone bruise in his injured right knee. Morant reinjured his knee on a play with the Warriors’ Jordan Poole that the teams debated during the Grizzlies’ 142-112 loss in Game 3. Morant limped off with …

NBA Playoffs: Stephen Curry Leads Golden State Warriors Past Memphis Grizzlies
2 years, 7 months ago

NBA Playoffs: Stephen Curry Leads Golden State Warriors Past Memphis Grizzlies

News 18  

Now, Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies are calling out the Golden State Warriors for causing unnecessary injury. Morant re-injured his troublesome right knee late in the game when Jordan Poole grabbed it as they fought for a loose ball late in the Warriors’ 142-112 victory that embarrassed the Grizzlies on Saturday night and gave Golden State a 2-1 lead …

NBA Playoffs: Grizzlies beats Wolves 114-106 to reach 2nd round
2 years, 7 months ago

NBA Playoffs: Grizzlies beats Wolves 114-106 to reach 2nd round

The Hindu  

The Memphis Grizzlies didn't act its age in this first-round series against Minnesota, especially when it faced a double-digit deficit — all three times — entering the fourth quarter. Desmond Bane and Dillon Brooks each scored 23 points and the Grizzlies rallied yet again to eliminate the Timberwolves, winning 114-106 in Game 6 on Friday night. pic.twitter.com/5DAp9ytNcB — NBA April …

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant says ‘athletes should always speak up’ for issues you believe in
3 years, 5 months ago

NBA: Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant says ‘athletes should always speak up’ for issues you believe in

Firstpost  

Ja Morant had an eventful initiation into the NBA. In his first year in the league, after the Memphis Grizzlies selected him with the No 2 pick in the 2019 NBA draft, the season was interrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. And then, Morant—the young point guard who looks destined to be the Grizzlies’ franchise cornerstone for many years to come—was …

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant wins NBA’s rookie of the year award
4 years, 3 months ago

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant wins NBA’s rookie of the year award

Associated Press  

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The first three baskets of Memphis’ season set the tone for Ja Morant’s rookie year. “I’m looking to improve in every category.” Morant’s rise has been meteoric; four years ago, he committed to mid-major Murray State as a guard who was unranked by the top national high school recruiting services. Morant’s first 30-point game came …

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