New this week: ‘True Lies,’ Wallen and ‘Creed’ film … Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music and video game platforms this week. MOVIES — With “Creed III” coming to theaters on Friday, Prime Video has you covered for all your Creed and Rocky needs. “Creed” and “Creed II,” along with every Rocky […]
How the ‘Daisy Jones’ cast went from beginners to … Sam Claflin is the first to admit that when he got the part of Billy Dunne, the co-lead singer of a world-famous 1970s rock band in ” Daisy Jones & the Six, ” he was no musician. Claflin was the last person cast. His co-stars had already begun rehearsing at a band camp where the […]
Taylor Jenkins Reid writes her own Hollywood success … “I’m jealous you get to meet her,” an employee working behind the scenes at a recent press opportunity for “Daisy Jones & the Six” told some journalists. The “her” in question was not Riley Keough, the star of the Amazon limited series, or any of the show’s other female stars. It was Taylor Jenkins Reid, […]
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 stay positive as Jokic and the Nuggets … SOUTHAVEN – It was a big night down in Southaven Friday night as the Grizzlies held an MVP party for season ticket holders at the Landers Center. A chance for fans to get autographs. Maybe a picture or two with their favorite player, ahead of one of the bigger games of the season, Saturday night […]
Grizzlies back to the grind following all-star break MEMPHIS – With eight days off in between games the Grizzlies return to the practice court rejuvenated and focused for one final push ahead of the playoffs. ” I feel more at ease, it was just good to see everybody and good to get back to work. We’re more locked in than ever,” said Grizzlies […]
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 […]
Quotes from selected players, coaches about NBA’s … Quotes from NBA players and coaches on the notion of shortening the season from the 82-game standard, or if more rest days are needed to be added to the schedule: ___ “There’s always going to be talk. But the finances of today’s game, if you’re going to roll it back, that means you’re probably going […]
Kenny Lofton Jr. prepares for NBA Rising Stars Challenge MEMPHIS – Friday night in Salt Lake City Kenny Lofton Jr. or better known as ‘Junior’ will represent the Memphis Hustle competing against the NBA’s next crop of young stars. ” I’m thankful for my teammates, you know, each and every day. And I’m thankful for the organization and, you know, for my family. I […]
Morant’s 25 points not enough to lift Grizz in Boston BOSTON – Derrick White scored 23 points to help a shorthanded Boston team hold off Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies 119-109 on Sunday. Sam Hauser added 20 points, tying his career-high with six 3-pointers, Al Horford had 16 points and Payton Pritchard added 12 for Boston, which won its fourth straight. Celtics star Jayson […]
White’s 23 points helps Celtics past Grizzlies 119-109 BOSTON (AP) — Derrick White scored 23 points to help a shorthanded Boston team hold off Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies 119-109 on Sunday. Sam Hauser added 20 points, tying his career-high with six 3-pointers, Al Horford had 16 points and Payton Pritchard 12 for Boston, which won its fourth straight. Celtics star Jayson […]