Grizzlies season comes to a close after blowout loss … LOS ANGELES — It’s one and done for the second-seeded Grizzlies, who fall and fall hard in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Lakers upsetting the Grizzlies in six games, 125-85, coasting to the blowout win Friday night thanks to a career playoff high 31 from DeAngelo Russell. LeBron James had 22 points, […]
Injured Adams getting closer to return for Grizzlies MEMPHIS – The only player listed on the Grizzlies injury report ahead of Tuesday night’s game against the Lakers is big man Steven Adams, though Adams’ return could be coming soon. Out since mid January with a sprained PCL, Adams could be back on the floor on the back end of the Grizzlies upcoming four […]
Grizzlies’ Ja Morant injured in win over OKC MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant was injured in the fourth quarter of Friday night’s game against Oklahoma City, needing to be helped off the court after turning his left ankle. The Grizzlies won, 121-110. Morant went from the court straight to the locker room. After the game, Coach Taylor Jenkins said there […]
‘The hope was this would never have happened’: Grizzlies … MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Back home for the first time since that viral video that appears to show Ja Morant holding up a handgun, the Grizzlies will be without their star player Thursday against the Warriors. The team announced Morant will be away from the team for ‘at least’ the next four games. Head coach Taylor […]
Grizzlies readying for final push toward the playoffs MEMPHIS – The Memphis Grizzlies had more to celebrate this past weekend than just Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the All-Star Game. Tyus Jones became a dad again, welcoming Baby Journey into the world Saturday. Probably a good thing the new ‘girl dad’ still has a little bit of time left on his […]
No Morant as Grizzlies tip off 3-game homestand vs. … MEMPHIS – The biggest question for the Grizzlies heading into Tuesday night’s game against the Orlando Magic was the status of star guard Ja Morant. Morant, who was listed as doubtful for the game with a sore thigh, was ruled out for the Orlando game less than an hour before tipoff. Morant has averaged just […]
Grizzlies defeat Lakers in Game 5, now hit the road … MEMPHIS – It was all cheers Wednesday night at FedExForum after Game 5 as Memphis avoided elimination to keep its season alive, however the road doesn’t get easier as they now trail 3-2. ” I think the focus is being determined. They told me to keep challenging them like I did going into this game. […]
Desmond Bane upgraded to ‘Questionable’ against Suns MEMPHIS – After a disappointing loss at Denver on Tuesday night, the Memphis Grizzlies receive some great news. The team listing shooting guard Desmond Bane as ‘questionable’ against the Phoenix Suns on Friday. Bane has been out since November 11th, missing 17 games in the process. Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins says Bane has responded […]
‘We’re going to take a different approach’: Grizzlies … MEMPHIS – What a difference a year makes for the Memphis Grizzlies. Last year, at this time, the Grizz were all the rage. Brash, cocky, and talented. A small market team with big goals and pretty much everybody, this side of the Golden State Warriors…loved it. But then came this season. Same swagger. Different reaction. The bravado hasn’t […]
Morant’s injured hand is feeling better with Game … LOS ANGELES – Things are trending up for Ja Morant. The Grizzlies practicing on the campus of UCLA Friday with Morant, sidelined in game two with an injured hand, going through a full — non contact– practice. His right hand was still taped. He’ll still be a gametime decision for Saturday but the risk of […]
Grizzlies get ready for Morant’s return to the court MEMPHIS, Tenn. — After serving out his eight-game NBA-imposed suspension, Ja Morant is back with the Grizzlies, though he won’t play against the Mavericks Monday night. While the suspension stemming from a social media post that showed him flashing a gun is over, Morant still needs time to get into basketball shape. That’s why the […]