It was the Grizzlies’ first poor performance of the season, and unfortunately it was on national television.

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It has been an awfully encouraging first three games for the Memphis Grizzlies.

With 40 points and 10 assists, Ja Morant nearly carried the Grizzlies to overtime against the Lakers. 

Oct. 24, 2021: Lakers defeat the Grizzlies, 121-118, at Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Oct. 23, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Clippers at Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Jaren Jackson Jr. hit a 3-pointer with 16 seconds remaining to help the Grizzlies hold off the Clippers. 

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With the backcourt trio of Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and De’Anthony Melton, the Grizzlies hope they have something special brewing. 

By the time Ja Morant was finished for the evening, fans at FedExForum were chanting, “MVP! MVP!” On this night, Morant looked like a true superstar. The new season could be a whole lot of fun. 

Ja Morant had two highlights that were facilitated by the second- and third-leading scorers of the game. And following protocols to see their exploits posed relatively little trouble.

Oct. 20, 2021: Grizzlies defeat the Cavaliers, 132-121, at FedExForum. 

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Ja Morant started the season in heroic form with 37 points, six assists, six rebounds and some jaw-dropping highlights.

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Box score: Grizzlies 132, Cavaliers 121 

Want to keep up with Yves Pons off the floor? Follow his photography account on Instagram. 

It was almost exactly 20 years ago that the Grizzlies played their first home game in Memphis. So as fans stream back into FedExForum for Wednesday’s opener, happy anniversary to us!

Steven Adams, the Memphis Grizzlies center from New Zealand, was surprised to learn that the Peabody ducks are not an ice hockey team. 

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The young star credits both of his teams – his business team, and the Grizzlies – in getting the deal done during the summer, and just in time.

The numbers came out fair for both sides, but the best part is the likelihood Jackson and Ja will be together for a while.

FedExForum is urging fans to arrive early and be patient as new policies take effect.

Considered a paramount part of the team’s future, the forward agreed to a deal for four years, $105 million. 

This is what we’re here for — and Combo Meals, a chirping defender and that chase for the playoffs.

Waiving Dunn means two other players will be at FedExForum when the Grizzlies open Wednesday night.

Oct. 15, 2021: Bulls defeat the Grizzlies, 118-105, at United Center in Chicago.

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Ja Morant scared Grizzlies fans when he left the game in the third quarter, but he returned and finished with 17 points. 

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Box score: Bulls 118, Grizzlies 105

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