The team’s best 3-point shooter will be back Friday night. The Grizzlies also updated the injury status of De’Anthony Melton and Dillon Brooks.

Ja Morant tells teammates to curse him out when they need to. Taylor Jenkins apparently said enough to officials Feb. 17 to earn his first-ever ejection. 

Ja Morant is now two triple-doubles away from tying Marc Gasol for the Grizzlies’ most all-time. And it’s not farfetched to believe that could happen by the end of the season. 

Feb. 17, 2021: The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-113 at FedExForum.

No fans on a wintry day as the Grizzlies won the second game of a back-to-back.

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Box score: Grizzles 122, Thunder 113

Due to winter weather conditions, the game at 8 p.m. Wednesday will not have spectators.

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans thumped Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies for a fifth straight time Tuesday. And, yes, it’s frustrating, in part because it is not at all a reflection of reality. 

Feb. 16, 2021: Pelicans 144, Grizzlies 113

The Grizzlies have not defeated New Orleans since No. 1 pick Zion Williamson arrived last season. 

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Box score: Pelicans 144, Grizzlies 113

The similarities include the consistent usage of a 10-man rotation, but what will happen when some players return from injury?

Dillon Brooks can’t wait to make snow angels in Memphis. Ja Morant wants no part of it.

Ja Morant made it clear that he cares about winning, not the stat sheet. 

Feb. 14, 2021: Grizzlies 124, Kings 110

The game got intense late in the fourth quarter, but the Grizzlies didn’t let go in Sacramento.

Recovered from his ankle injury, he’s adjusting to new defenses, and he has the Grizzlies’ shooters to thank. 

Feb. 12, 2021: Lakers 115, Grizzlies 105

The Grizzlies blew a 20-point lead in Los Angeles as LeBron James had 28 points, nine rebounds and eight assists.

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Box score: Lakers 115, Grizzlies 105

The rookie is out for personal reasons, according to the team.

De’Anthony Melton’s absence is noticed, and Kyle Anderson is shooting with gusto. 

The team is firmly in the mix as a playoff contender and they have their depth to thank, as well as veteran Kyle Anderson, playing the best basketball of his career. 

With their record-setting performance, led by Kyle Anderson, their swagger seems to be back.

Ja Morant said he agrees with stars LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo that the All-Star Game is unnecessary. 

Feb. 10, 2021: Grizzlies 130, Hornets 114

Grizzlies, who pulled away in the third quarter, sank 23 3-pointers against the Hornets.

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Box score: Grizzlies 130, Hornets 114

Opponents are shooting 13% better than the league average from 3-point range during the Grizzlies’ losing streak.