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Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves features several compelling storylines. Who will be the bigger instigator, Patrick Beverley or Dillon Brooks?
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Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves features several compelling storylines. Who will be the bigger instigator, Patrick Beverley or Dillon Brooks?
The Timberwolves won the play-in, setting up a fresh playoff matchup against the Grizzlies. The two teams split the regular-season series 2-2.
Here’s the question: This Grizzlies regular season was the most ___ ever. The fans have answers.
Desmond Bane will drive around town on Tuesday looking at the playoff signage. The Grizzlies guard hopes the team can put on a show for the home fans.
Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said that his plan ahead of the playoffs is to push the players a little bit to remind them they have an extra gear they need to hit.
The only thing the Grizzlies need now is the identity of their opponent — either the Clippers or Timberwolves.
Before every game, Jaren Jackson Jr. hands the ball to 3-year-old Vivian Havens as part of the Grizzlies’ tipoff routine. He says the little girl is good luck.
In 1990, Jimmy "King Cobra" Kimble snagged the United States Wrestling Association’s Unified World Heavyweight Championship title away from Jerry “The King” Lawler. He also spent 55 years with Republic Services, missing only one day of work for a broken leg.
The Memphis Grizzlies ended the season with a loss, but not without a few laughs and a triple-double from John Konchar.
Ja Morant had 21 points, nine assists and a block as the Grizzlies shook off a two-game skid and crushed the Pelicans.
Ja Morant wants Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to come to Memphis for a playoff game. Will the point guard have to flip the former wrestler’s NBA allegiance?
The Grizzlies, who just dropped two on the road, are encouraged after Ja Morant’s 5-on-5 practice.
Nikola Jokic was bloodied in the first quarter, but he returned with a headband and picked apart the Grizzlies defense the rest of the game. Related stories:
The Grizzlies coach said he’s hoping to see Morant and Dillon Brooks play together for at least one more game before the postseason. There is a chance that could happen.
The 20-year-old might not be the best at unpacking, but during his journey to adulthood in Memphis, the rookie has transformed into a useful bench weapon for the Grizzlies.
Jaren Jackson Jr. led with 28 points, and Kyle Anderson provided the big shot, but the Grizzlies lost traction in OT.Related story:
Ja Morant, Killian Tillie and Tyrell Terry will all miss Tuesday’s game against the Jazz. Dillon Brooks is doubtful. But Steven Adams, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. will all return.
Ja Morant is nearing the end of his evaluation period for his knee injury. “He’s doing well,” said Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins.
Dillon Brooks, the only usual starter to play, led the team’s inspired performance, which included a Santi Aldama sequence that sent the Grizzlies into a frenzy.Related story:
The Grizzlies need three victories to break the franchise record for single-season wins with five games remaining.
The goal now is to be playing the best basketball possible as they wait for Ja Morant to return from injury and look to the playoffs.
Taylor Jenkins won’t take credit, but his peers and mentors believe everything he has accomplished with the Grizzlies thus far has been “spectacular.”
The last shot from San Antonio’s Keldon Johnson went wide, and the Grizzlies win their first Southwest Division title in team history.Related story:
Golden State came to Memphis and showed what the typical team looks like without its best players. Memphis showed the Warriors that it doesn’t have to be that way. Related story:
The Grizzlies forward will join star point guard Ja Morant on the bench. The Warriors are missing Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson.