With the 2021-22 NBA season now days away, here are some fast thoughts and record predictions for all 30 teams.

The former Memphis Grizzlies player was released on a $500,000 personal recognizance bond. 

The celebration featured a star lineup of all-Memphis rappers, top prospects and Penny Hardaway’s vehicle in Tiger Blue.

Oct. 13, 2021: Pacers defeat the Grizzlies, 109-107 at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis.

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Sam Merrill scored 30 points in the loss. Will it be enough to make the team?

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Box score: Pacers 109, Grizzlies 107

De’Anthony Melton and Desmond Bane both might move into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup when the season begins. But the team ultimately will face a choice between them.

Ja Morant’s midrange jumper looks smooth, and how much can Jaren Jackson Jr. grow (physically, as well as his game)?

Dillon Brooks will be re-evaluated in two to three weeks because of a hand injury.

Ja Morant had 24 points, and Jaren Jackson Jr. had a promising game with 20 points and eight rebounds.

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Box score: Memphis 127, Detroit 92

The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Detroit Pistons, 127-92, at FedExForum on Oct. 11, 2021. 

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Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton are off to tremendous starts this preseason, which will complicate Taylor Jenkins’ decision on a starter. 

Oct. 9, 2021, FedExForum: Hawks 91, Grizzlies 87

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Santi Aldama looked much better in the loss than in summer league, scoring a preseason-high 16 points. 

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Box score: Hawks 91, Grizzlies 87

Desmond Bane (19 points), Jaren Jackson (16), Ja Morant (16) and the Grizzlies beat the Charlotte Hornets by 30 points in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.

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Desmond Bane continued his strong start to the preseason with a team-high 19 points. 

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Box score: Memphis 128, Charlotte 98

Various factors have kept the two from developing their rhythm together. Now is the time to see if their games mesh.

The Grizzlies, like everyone else, will have to wait to see what comes of the legal proceedings. 

Former Memphis Tigers player Chris Douglas-Roberts among those charged with conspiracy to commit health care and wire fraud totaling nearly $4 million.

The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum in a preseason game on Oct. 5, 2021. It was truncated by a false fire alarm.

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The Grizzlies game Tuesday night was finished early after a fire alarm inadvertently went off. 

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Box score: Memphis 87, Milwaukee 77

Ja Morant said if Jaren Jackson Jr. stays healthy, he will be the league’s biggest breakout player. 

The Grizzlies have been successful when Brandon Clarke and Xavier Tillman Sr. were paired, outscoring opponents by 6.6 points per 100 possessions, according to NBA.com.

Ziaire Williams won the rookie dance contest, according to Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins. 

Grizzlies big man Steven Adams is ready for a formal introduction to the Memphis fans at Sunday’s free open practice.