Memphis cruised with big nights from Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane.

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Box score: Grizzlies 132, Pelicans 111

It may well be that the Grizzlies haven’t been quite as good as their record suggests this season. But it’s also possible that with Brooks back they will be.

The Memphis Grizzlies have some serious concerns as they turn their attention toward the final stretch of games. 

March 6, 2022: The Houston Rockets defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at Toyota Center in Houston.

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The Grizzlies defense completely fell apart in the second half, and Jaren Jackson Jr. played just 13 minutes because of foul trouble.

Ja Morant’s stardom exploded following his triple-double during the NCAA Tournament three years ago. But he has even higher hopes for the current Murray State team. 

If the Grizzlies can hang on to the No. 2 seed, it bodes well for a more favorable playoff matchup.

March 5, 2022: Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Orlando Magic at FedExForum.

Desmond Bane regained his shooting touch, scoring 24 points as the Grizzlies ran away with the game.

March 3, 2022: The Boston Celtics defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden in Boston.

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The Grizzlies, including Ja Morant, struggled throughout the first half, and couldn’t make the necessary stops in the fourth quarter to get back in the game. 

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Box score: Celtics 120, Grizzlies 107

There is no doubt that Dillon Brooks’ defensive skills will be missed in a matchup against Jayson Tatum. Instead, that challenge will likely fall on rookie Ziaire Williams. 

Ja Morant said TNT was wise to flex the Grizzlies-Celtics game to national television, and dismissed the views of a sports talking head.

Ja Morant’s buzzer-beater against San Antonio is the most-viewed NBA Instagram video of all time. 

Can Ja Morant win the MVP this season? His chances are increasing by the game. 

He’s not a scorer, but his cohesion with Ja Morant has been undeniable.

As the Grizzlies star has transformed into a national phenomenon, he brings to mind Allen Iverson, a Hall of Fame guard who also possessed the ability to take over a game at a moment’s notice.

Feb. 28, 2022: The Grizzlies defeat the San Antonio Spurs at FedExForum. 

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Ja Morant called Saturday’s win an “important” night to carry the Grizzlies’ momentum home.

Feb. 26, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Chicago Bulls at United Center in Chicago.

Grizzlies lose 17-point lead, but Kyle Anderson came up with the game-winning steal in the closing seconds. 

Feb. 24, 2022: The Minnesota Timberwolves defeat the Memphis Grizzlies at Target Center in Minneapolis. 

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