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Hill: Liberty Bowl’s ‘distinguished citizen,’ Joe Theismann, is one of us
Super Bowl-winning quarterback Joe Theismann reached Memphis later in life, but his accomplishments after football have made him a celebrated addition to the community.
Drew Hill
Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Five non-lottery players who have worked out in Memphis
Here is a look at a few of the players that have reportedly worked out for the team that remain in the draft pool.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Would Stephon Castle work in Memphis?
UConn guard has skills that would fit in Memphis, but would he be willing to play a position other than point guard?
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Top draft prospects for pick No. 9
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share their top prospects for the Grizzlies in the upcoming NBA draft. Will Donovan Clingan slide to No. 9?
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies could make changes this offseason as new assistants enter
Coach Taylor Jenkins said he is looking hard at philosophical changes the Grizzlies could make this offseason.
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Memphis Grizzlies GG Jackson, Grizzlies ‘Raise the Rim’ for elementary students
The Memphis Grizzlies debuted its “Raise the Rim” celebration with a gift to Fox Meadows Elementary. Plus coach Taylor Jenkins donated $20,000 to Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
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Memphis GrizzliesThe breakfast club: Why some say Grizzlies right-hand man is perfect for front office
Chauncey Billups invited Tayshaun Prince to breakfast in 2002, where, over eggs and bacon, it became apparent the future Grizzlies’ vice president of basketball affairs may be ideal for his current role.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies’ GG Jackson named to all-rookie second team
Grizzlies rookie GG Jackson averaged more than 20 points per game in his last 18 appearances to end the regular season.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Draft lottery preview
The Memphis Grizzlies have a 31.9% chance of landing a draft pick inside the top four. Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss a few possible draft selections and how the draft order could impact Memphis’ overall strategy.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Former Tiger Boogie Ellis on agent Mike Miller, NBA future
Draft prospect Boogie Ellis said Mike Miller is more genuine than other NBA agents. Miller once recruited Ellis to play for the Memphis Tigers and also recently started representing Ja Morant.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballNBA Combine: David Jones discusses decision to go pro or return to school
It’s not about the money for Tigers star David Jones — it’s about playing at the highest level of basketball. But will an NBA team tell him what he wants to hear this week?
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies draft: Which players will meet with Memphis? How do they fit?
The Memphis Grizzlies will meet with several combine prospects starting on Wednesday. One notable big man said Memphis has already expressed interest.
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Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies Podcast: Updates from the NBA lottery and combine
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the No. 9 pick and the Grizzlies avenues for upgrading this offseason.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies hire Noah LaRoche as assistant coach, head of development
Grizzlies adding head of player development coach who has operated his own player development and skill development program.
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Memphis GrizzliesInside the drawing room: Should Memphis use or trade the No. 9 pick?
The Memphis Grizzlies slid to No. 9 in the draft lottery on Sunday. Now, Zach Kleiman is tasked with working on the margins once again.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies have ninth pick in 2024 NBA Draft
It is unclear who the Grizzlies would like to target at their current draft position, but the completion of the lottery can begin to trigger offseason decisions that general manager Zach Kleiman will need to make.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: A refresher on the draft lottery process and Memphis’ chances
Jaren Jackson Jr. joined “Inside the NBA” on Wednesday night. The big man is still working out while the Grizzlies executives hope to get lucky in the lottery this weekend.
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SportsHe had heart surgery at Le Bonheur, but this Mississippi State QB’s journey is no Hail Mary
Mississippi State quarterback Jake Weir had open heart surgery at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis. He’s living his dream playing SEC football.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies lottery preview: A new team representative, four players to keep an eye on
The Memphis Grizzlies will have a new representative when they enter lottery day on Sunday. Here are a few players to watch before we know where the team will select.
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Memphis Grizzlies Ja Morant case: Teen’s mother says attorneys ‘unethical’
Joshua Holloway’s attorneys withdrew from the case on Friday, citing a conflict with the Holloway family that cannot be reconciled. Holloway is suing Grizzlies star Ja Morant over a pickup basketball fight.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Combine changes should help Memphis evaluate draft talent
Changes are coming to the NBA combine that should help the Grizzlies evaluate NBA Draft prospects in a couple weeks.
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Memphis Grizzlies Xfinity drops Bally Sports, leaving Grizzlies, Cardinals fans with limited options
For now, Bally Sports Southeast is only available on FuboTV, DirecTV, DirecTV Stream or by the Bally Sports+ app.
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Memphis Tigers FootballESPN’s Paul Finebaum says ACC, Big 12 made mistake in not choosing Memphis
Paul Finebaum said he thought Memphis was a better match for the ACC than SMU.
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Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies Insider: Draft workouts start and other Memphis offseason notes
April 27 is the final day for college players and international early entrants to put their name in the NBA draft-player pool, meaning the Grizzlies will soon begin working out prospects of interest.
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Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies exit interviews: Everything you should know from Zach Kleiman, Ja Morant and others
The Memphis Grizzlies completed one last round of interviews before heading out for the summer. Here are the major highlights.
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