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Draymond Green Cannot Solve Warriors’ Woes vs Severely Shorthanded Grizzlies
Return of Draymond Green after the indefinite suspension didn't seem to help the struggling Warriors as they lose to shorthanded Grizzlies.
Shahul Hameed
January 16, 2024
NBA Injury Report: Is Anthony Edwards Playing Tonight vs James Harden and Co? Wolves Face Streaking Clippers
The latest report on Wolves star, Anthony Edwards has been released as they go against the fourth-seeded LA Clippers tonight.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 14, 2024
“Why Y’all Looking at Instagram?”: Kawhi Leonard Seals Shaquille O’Neal-Wilt Chamberlain Debate in Hilarious Fashion
Following the triumphant win against the Grizzlies, Kawhi Leonard settled a Shaquille O'Neal-Wilt Chamberlain debate.
Shahul Hameed
January 13, 2024
“Never Lost the Sight”: Paul George on Clippers’ Early Struggle With James Harden
Following a triumphant win against the Grizzlies, Paul George addressed the rocky start that Clippers had after the James Harden trade.
Shahul Hameed
January 13, 2024
Mavericks Injury Report: Kyrie Irving Left Stranded as Luka Doncic Receives Worrying Update Ahead of Knicks Clash
After a dismal failure at the hands of the Grizzlies, it looks like the Mavs could face another loss as an update on Luka Doncic is revealed.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 10, 2024
Despite Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic’s 64-point Effort, Grizzlies Blowout Mavs in 1st Game Without Ja Morant
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic's efforts went in vain as the Ja Morant-less Grizzlies produced a blow-out win against the Mavs.
Shahul Hameed
January 10, 2024
What Happened to Marcus Smart? Grizzlies Mortified With Another Injury Scare After Ja Morant News
Following the heartbreaking update about Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies have another shocking update with Marcus Smart on Tuesday.
Shahul Hameed
January 10, 2024
Jamal Crawford and Candace Parker Suggest Key for Grizzlies to Keep Ja Morant Happy and Healthy in Recovery
Following the heart breaking news about the season-ending surgery, Jamal Crawford and Candace Parker offer an advice for Ja Morant.
Shahul Hameed
January 10, 2024
Grizzlies’ Desmond Bane Reveals Ja Morant’s Message for the Team after Season-Ending Injury
In the wake of a season-ending shoulder injury that will keep Ja Morant out for the rest of the games, Desmond Bane relays his message.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 10, 2024
Ja Morant Expresses Sorrow on Season Ending Injury With 2 Words
Ja Morant had just taken his position on the team after a lengthy absence and it looks like he is in for another, as he shares his sorrow on X
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 09, 2024
What is a Labrum Tear? Expert’s Opinion on Ja Morant’s Season Ending Shoulder Subluxation
As the update about Ja Morant's season-ending injury sunk in with the NBA world, let's find out more about the 'Labrum Tear' from an expert.
Shahul Hameed
January 09, 2024
Ja Morant Reaction to Season Ending Injury Has Fans Deeply Saddened: “This Sh** Ain’t Real Man”
Following the breaking news about the season-ending injury, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant reacted with a simple post on X.
Shahul Hameed
January 09, 2024
Kevin Durant Gives Two Cents on Fans’ “Expectations” on Suns Big-3 After Grizzlies Heartbreak
Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant gave a stern response to the fans' expectation on the Big-3 following the loss against the Grizzlies.
Shahul Hameed
January 08, 2024
Suns Injury Report: Exciting Update on Kevin Durant Ahead of Grizzlies Clash
After missing 3 games due to hamstring injury, latest update on Kevin Durant proves to be exciting for Suns fans ahead of Grizzlies matchup.
Sachit Kaundinya
January 08, 2024
Bam Adebayo’s “Blame Guys” Shade at Darvin Ham Gets the Approval of NBA Fans: “Heat Would Never Allow This”
Bam Adebayo takes a dig at Lakers Coach Ham's injury excuse for throwing his players under the bus for the team's struggles.
Geisha Pulimoottil Don
January 07, 2024
Lakers’ Austin Reaves Hits 6’5 Desmond Bane With “Too Small” in Grizzlies Clash
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves drops over Grizzlies Desmond Bane and pulls out a 'too small' celebration early on Friday night.
Shahul Hameed
January 06, 2024
Memphis Grizzlies 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report
The Memphis Grizzlies compete in the NBA as a part of the Southwest Division in the Western Conference. The Grizzlies are the only major professional North American sports team to hold their base in the city of Memphis.?
The team has perfectly designed their logo to complement the ?Grizzlies? name. The latest design contains a more subtly colored bear whose eyes are tinted with a shade of yellow to display the team's ferocious style.?
The team?s name is placed below the design, and the city?s name is given more weightage in the logo, which makes it captivating.?
The Grizzlies? home arena is FedExForum, which they share with the University of Memphis. The franchise moved into the arena in 2004 after previously playing their home games at the ?Memphis Pyramid.??
Who owns the Memphis Grizzlies??
Robert Pera, the founder of Ubiquiti Networks, owns the controlling rights of the Memphis Grizzlies. He became the majority owner of the franchise after purchasing it in 2012 for a rough sum of $350 million.?
Pera achieved incredible success as a businessman, and Forbes estimates his value at $11.4 billion. After taking over the Grizzlies, he enjoyed striking success, something the franchise had never done before. The franchise?s most recent valuation stood at $1.3 billion.?
Head Coach and Top Executives?
Taylor Jenkins has been serving as the coach of the Grizzlies since 2019. The Texas native replaced J. B. Bickerstaff to become the 13th Head Coach of the franchise. He almost enjoyed a winning start in his first season at the team as the Grizzlies finished with a 34-39 record in the 2019/20 regular season.?
Prior to taking up the HC job at Memphis, Jenkins gained plenty of experience by assisting the Milwaukee Bucks and the Atlanta Hawks. Jenkins served as an assistant coach to Mike Budenholzer for six years and later took up a bigger responsibility.?
The Grizzlies named Jason Wexler as the President of Business Operations back in 2019. This came as a huge announcement, as Wexler was promoted from his post as CEO, a position he had held since 2013.?
History
The Grizzles were founded in 1995 as an expansion team by the NBA. The team initially was assigned the city of Vancouver as their base. At that time, the Raptors and the Grizzlies were the only Canadian-based teams in the association.?
But following the 2000-01 season, the franchise moved back to the US and relocated to Memphis. They only made the playoffs twice in their first two years in the league. A part of that fortune changed when they traded in Pau Gasol during the 2001 draft.?
Gasol became the first foreign player to win the Rookie of the Year award, and he powered the franchise to their first playoff appearance in 2004. However, Pau Gasol was traded to the Lakers in 2008, for which they got his brother Marc in return.?
Marc Gasol stood as a defensive rock and vastly improved his game to stand out as one of the league?s best defenders. The 2012-13 season really shone light on his talent as Gasol won the DPOY and also played a crucial role in guiding the team to their first-ever conference finals.?
Gasol anchored the defense and helped the Grizzlies seal successive playoff berths. The team had to find another superstar to carry them after Gasol was traded to the Toronto Raptors. That?s when they used their prized #2 overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.
The Memphis Grizzlies signed Murray State guard Ja Morant with their top order pick, and the youngster did not fail to deliver. Morant won the NBA?s Rookie of the Year award to boost the expectations fans had on him. In the 2021-22 season, he is single-handedly carrying the Grizzlies, and they are within the top-3 in the West.
Memphis Grizzlies: Mascot and Uniform
Since the team?s logo represents a bear, one can easily figure out how their mascot would be. His name is ?Grizz? and he has been the official mascot of the Memphis Grizzlies since 1995. The furry fan favorite was also named the NBA Mascot of the Year in 2011!?
The franchise?s main colors have always remained blue, gray, and gold, and they encompass these shades in their uniforms as well. Their recent ?Icon? edition was in navy blue, while the ?Statement? edition is a light blue shade.?
Team?s Sponsors?
Multinational delivery services company FedEx is the main sponsor of the Grizzlies. The company is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, and FedEx signed a multi-year jersey deal with the franchise in 2018.?
Besides FedEx, the franchise has several tie-ups and sponsorships with other companies- FanDuel, Waste Pro, and Valvoline.?
Achievements and History
Founded? | 1995 |
Conference | Western |
Division? | Southwest |
President | Jason Wexler |
Head Coach? | Taylor Jenkins |
Arena? | FedExForum |
Championships (0) | - |
Conference Titles (0) | - |
Division Titles (0) | - |
Website |
Memphis Grizzlies 2021-22 roster
3 | Tyrell Terry | PG | 6-2 | 160 | September 28, 2000 |
1 | Kyle Anderson | PF | 6-9 | 230 | September 20, 1993 |
22 | Desmond Bane | SG | 6-5 | 215 | June 25, 1998 |
24 | Dillon Brooks | SF | 6-7 | 225 | January 22, 1996 |
15 | Brandon Clarke | PF | 6-8 | 215 | September 19, 1996 |
5 | Yves Pons | SF | 6-6 | 215 | May 7, 1999 |
23 | Jarrett Culver | SG | 6-6 | 195 | February 20, 1999 |
13 | Jaren Jackson Jr. | C | 6-11 | 242 | September 15, 1999 |
21 | Tyus Jones | PG | 6-0 | 196 | May 10, 1996 |
46 | John Konchar | SG | 6-5 | 210 | March 22, 1996 |
25 | Sam Merrill | SG | 6-4 | 205 | May 15, 1996 |
0 | De'Anthony Melton | PG | 6-2 | 200 | May 28, 1998 |
12 | Ja Morant | PG | 6-3 | 174 | August 10, 1999 |
4 | Steven Adams | C | 6-11 | 265 | July 20, 1993 |
35 | Killian Tillie | C | 6-9 | 220 | March 5, 1998 |
2 | Xavier Tillman Sr. | PF | 6-8 | 245 | January 12, 1999 |
7 | Santi Aldama | PF | 6-11 | 224 | January 10, 2001 |
8 | Ziaire Williams | SF | 6-8 | 215 | September 12, 2001 |