The new policy goes into effect immediately.

The absence of both players would be a blow to the Grizzlies’ defense against the Timberwolves. 

The 2021 lottery pick has a long way to go, but the Grizzlies remain committed to his development. 

Nov. 18, 2021: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Los Angeles Clippers at FedExForum.

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Dillon Brooks was true to form, annoying the Clippers even as he let his play do the talking.

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Box score: Grizzlies 120, Clippers 108

Dillon Brooks said his matchup with Paul George on Thursday is going to test his wind. 

The pandemic shut down the Grizzlies’ efforts to give back to the community last season. On Wednesday, they were able to help out at the Mid-South Food Bank.

Tyler Harris may have taken his shooting stroke to Iowa State — but he left his heart in Memphis. Now both are back where they belong. 

Jaren Jackson Jr.’s offense has frustrated fans this season. But his defense has quietly taken a big leap forward. Getting him going on both ends of the floor may be the key to the Grizzlies’ season. 

The Grizzlies put an emphatic end to their losing streak by routing the Rockets Monday. It may or may not mean the Grizzlies are back on track. But it was a happy birthday for Ja Morant’s dad!

Nov. 15, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Houston Rockets at FedExForum.

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The Grizzlies snapped their three-game losing streak with a 34-point win over the lowly Houston Rockets. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 136, Rockets 102

Morant and Williamson. Memphis and New Orleans. Beale Street and Bourbon. The connections seemed so promising, but it hasn’t come to fruition — yet.

Nov. 13, 2021: Pelicans defeat the Grizzlies in New Orleans.

The Grizzlies are on a three-game losing streak, this time falling to a New Orleans team that entered the evening 1-12.

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Box score: Pelicans 112, Grizzlies 101

Nov. 12, 2021: The Phoenix Suns defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

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Adding to the insult, former Grizzlies wing Jae Crowder scored 17 points, including five 3-pointers.

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Box score: Suns 119, Grizzlies 94

The Grizzlies are opting for caution on Brooks, who is recovering from his offseason hand injury.

Can Dillon Brooks be a quick fix for the Grizzlies’ defense? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss. 

“We have a hard time guarding the ball,” Brooks said.

Nov. 10, 2021: The Charlotte Hornets defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum.

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Dillon Brooks made his return from a broken hand, scoring 20 points, including four 3-pointers. 

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Box score: Hornets 118, Grizzlies 108

The defensive force has missed the first 10 games while recovering from hand surgery. 

Monday night overtime win over the Timberwolves showed why the Grizzlies believe in Jaren Jackson Jr. is the center of their future.