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The NBA Draft Lottery concluded on Tuesday night setting the order for the upcoming NBA Draft on June 20th and it definitely did not disappoint. The New Orleans Pelicans took home the first overall selection for this year’s draft despite only having a 6.0% chance of doing so. Meanwhile, the three teams that shared the […]

Consensus No. 2 overall pick Ja Morant has met with the New Orleans Pelicans, the Memphis Grizzlies and the New York Knicks —teams that hold the first three picks in the draft, respectively — but is still largely expected to land with the Grizzlies with the second pick of the upcoming NBA Draft, according to […]

The Utah Jazz are expected to make yet another run at Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley after showing deep interest in the lefty veteran before this season’s trade deadline, according to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer. The Ricky Rubio experiment has simply not worked as anticipated for the last two seasons, and the Jazz […]

Memphis Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas says Sarunas Jasikevicius deserves an NBA head coaching job. Per Lithuanian basketball journalist Donatas Urbonas, Valanciunas said that Zalgiris head coach Jasikevicius — who has been on the radar of different NBA teams including the Grizzlies — has what it takes to coach in the NBA level. Memphis asked me […]

The Memphis Grizzlies reportedly plan to draft Murray State point guard Ja Morant with the second overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN. The New Orleans Pelicans will take Duke star Zion Williamson number one overall. The NBA Draft is on June 20. Source: Barring the unexpected, Memphis Grizzlies […]

Ja Morant is picking up steam as the likeliest No. 2 pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. On Wednesday, online sportsbook BetOnline.ag released odds for who the Memphis Grizzlies will select with the second overall pick in the draft. Morant comes in as an overwhelming favorite at -200, followed by the other consensus top-three prospect […]

Lionel Hollins says he would love to coach the Memphis Grizzlies again if the franchise reached out to him. The Grizzlies are currently looking for a new head coach after firing J.B. Bickerstaff after the season ended. Does Lionel Hollins (@LionelHollins14) want to coach the Grizzlies again? "No question, this is where my heart is." […]

Jonas Valanciunas was mostly forgotten last season. After acclimating even better than anticipated to a new role coming off the bench for the Toronto Raptors, the veteran center was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies at the deadline in exchange for Marc Gasol, a deal that proved its worth for Nick Nurse’s in the Eastern Conference […]

The New Orleans Pelicans won the draft lottery literally and figuratively, but the Memphis Grizzlies were winners, too. After going 33-49 this season, Memphis entered Tuesday night’s proceedings with a 19 percent chance of earning a top-three selection in the 2019 NBA Draft. When the drawing was finished, the Grizzlies found themselves holding the No. […]

Be it by fate or by luck, the Memphis Grizzlies landed the No. 2 overall pick in Tuesday night’s NBA Draft Lottery. At this point, it’s not clear which prospect the team has their eye on, but director of player support Elliot Perry seems to like the idea of pairing Ja Morant with Jaren Jackson. […]

Unlike his soon-to-be draftmate Zion Williamson, Murray State point guard Ja Morant wasn’t disappointed after learning the Memphis Grizzlies will be selecting with the No. 2 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. Williamson reportedly was hoping the New York Knicks would muster the top pick, but Morant is unfazed with who is in position to […]

Ricky Rubio’s next contract is likely to shape the rest of his NBA career, as the Utah Jazz have been mum about their willingness to re-sign him. Rubio survived a turbulent trade deadline, including rumors of a potential point guard swap with Memphis Grizzlies lifer Mike Conley. Rubio was well aware of those implications and […]

The NBA Draft Lottery is set to take place in Chicago Tuesday night, and the odds of the 14 non-playoff teams to land the first overall pick have already been released by NBA.com. Team Lottery Odds New York 14.0% Cleveland 14.0% Phoenix 14.0% Chicago 12.5% Atlanta 10.5% Washington 9.0% New Orleans 6.0% Memphis* 6.0% Dallas** […]

The NBA Draft Lottery is set to unfold on Tuesday night, and the tanking gods will grace one of the league’s franchises with the first overall pick in the 2019 NBA draft. While this year’s draft may be pretty heavy at the top, there will be valuable players throughout most of the first round. This […]

Marc Gasol was cooking an octopus at his house when he found out he was being traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Toronto Raptors. Originally, Gasol thought he was being traded to the Charlotte Hornets, but the deal fell through. Two days later, Grizzlies owner Robert Pera called Gasol and told him he was […]

Golden State Warriors assistant coach Jarron Collins seems to be an option to replace J.B. Bickerstaff as head coach of the Memphis  Grizzlies. Collins interviewed with Memphis over the weekend with the approval of head coach Steve Kerr. Kerr was asked what he thought about the interview, and he had nothing but positive things to […]

In the days/hours leading to the trade deadline last February, the Toronto Raptors were definitely one of the most active teams. They were committed to going all in this season, and looked prepared to do what had to be done in order to help them in their quest. However, one reported potential trade deal — […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are interviewing Golden State Warriors assistant Jarron Collins for their vacant head coaching position. League sources told ESPN senior writer Ramona Shelburne that Collins interviewed for the job on May 5. Golden State Warriors assistant Jarron Collins interviewed for the Memphis Grizzlies head coaching job today, sources told ESPN. — Ramona Shelburne […]

The Golden State Warriors are gunning for their third straight championship this season, and as they go deeper into the playoffs, Draymond Green can’t help but look back at the team’s humble beginnings. The Warriors have been a bad team for the majority of their existence in the NBA. That all changed when they drafted […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are reportedly interested in Lithuania’s Sarunas Jasikevicius for their head coaching vacancy, according to Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst of ESPN. The Grizzlies plan to meet with Jasikevicius soon. Memphis fired JB Bickerstaff after the season ended. The Grizzlies went 33-49 in 2018-19. Jasikevicius, 43, has rapidly built a reputation as a legitimate […]

The Memphis Grizzlies interviewed Utah Jazz assistant Alex Jensen on Tuesday for the team’s vacant head-coaching position, according to Tony Jones and Omari Sankofa II of The Athletic. Jensen is also a candidate for the Cleveland Cavaliers opening at head coach, and will reportedly interview with the wine and gold this week. The Athletic previously […]

According to a report from Michael Wallace, senior editor for Grind City Media at Grizzlies.com, the Memphis Grizzlies will promote former player Tayshaun Prince to Vice President of Basketball Affairs. Hearing @memgrizz will be officially promoting Tayshaun Prince to VP of Basketball Affairs. Natural progression for Tay, a former NBA champ as a player who's […]

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Jaren Jackson Jr. has proven himself to be one of the most promising young big men in the league today. However, despite a very impressive debut season, the 19-year-old still recognizes his need to improve on several aspects of his game. Jackson recently spoke with Michael Wallace of NBA.com to detail which […]

It could be argued that the Memphis Grizzlies are already set on giving the keys to the franchise to prized rookie Jaren Jackson Jr. However, after recently concluding a very promising rookie campaign, the 19-year-old expressed that he does not feel the heavy load of the expectations that many have so quickly set on him. […]

The Memphis Grizzlies, Utah Jazz, Dallas Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets are reportedly expected to pursue Philadelphia 76ers swingman Tobias Harris this summer in free agency, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Sixers acquired Harris at the February trade deadline from the Los Angeles Clippers. Harris becomes an unrestricted free agent on July 1: […]

The Memphis Grizzlies announced the hirings of Rich Cho as VP of Basketball Strategy, and Glen Grunwald as Senior Advisor on Wednesday. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported the news, and added that the Grizzlies are expected to make more additions in front office this offseason. Grizzlies Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Zach Kleiman was recently promoted, following […]

Toronto Raptors center Marc Gasol is glad to be in the playoffs once again after missing the postseason in 2018 with the punting Memphis Grizzlies. It has been a long road for the 7-foot-1 center, who could have missed extending his 2018-19 campaign if it weren’t for the trade that ultimately allowed him to take […]

The tides are constantly turning in the highly-competitive world of the NBA, and as always, there is a new dawn of new-age point guards emerging into superstardom. While their status might somewhat come in varying degrees, Atlanta Hawks rookie sensation Trae Young and Los Angeles Clippers stud Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are undoubtedly two of the most […]

Memphis Grizzlies shooting guard CJ Miles has opted into the last year of contract, one which will see him make $8.7 million for the 2019-20 season, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. His deal is fully guaranteed, and likely the best figure he could fetch in a free agent market loaded with shooters. The lefty sharpshooter […]

The Memphis Grizzlies fired head coach J.B. Bickerstaff on Thursday and point guard Mike Conley is confused by it. On Wednesday, general manager Chris Wallace told reporters at his end-of-the-season press conference Bickerstaff was coming back. Then on Thursday, Bickerstaff was let go and Wallace was reassigned to another role. No words — Mike Conley (@mconley11) […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have fired head coach J.B. Bickerstaff after he had exit meetings with the players. The Athletic and Stadium senior NBA lead writer Shams Charania broke the news on Twitter on April 11. Sources: J.B. Bickerstaff conducted exit meetings with Grizzlies players today, discussing ways to improve the team and summer expectations — […]

Before the Memphis Grizzlies’ final game against the Golden State Warriors, veteran guard Mike Conley gave a brief speech, which ended with “I’ll see you next season.” After the game, he admitted that it felt weird: Mike Conley admits he felt a little weird telling Grizzlies fans "I'll see you next season" on the court […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have fired head coach J.B. Bickerstaff and reassigned general manager Chris Wallace to a scouting role, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The Grizzlies went 33-49 this season. Bickerstaff took over for David Fizdale last season after Memphis fired Fizdale. Bickerstaff went 48-97 with the Grizzlies: Sources: The Memphis […]

The NBA has seen plenty of surprises in another action-full regular season, but there are a few teams that have left their mark in one way or another. On the verge of completing an arduous run of 82 games over the course of a six-month campaign, ClutchPoints is proud to bring you the end-of-season awards: […]

Jonas Valanciunas was impressive for the Memphis Grizzlies over the past two months, and he’s making it clear he wants to return to the team next season: "My priority is Memphis." Jonas Valanciunas on approaching contract option this summer. https://t.co/UmA9gx8leG — Michael Wallace (@MyMikeCheck) April 11, 2019 Jonas Valanciunas was part of the trade that […]

Mike Conley is now the lone ranger in Memphis. Gone is Zach Randolph. Gone is Tony Allen. Gone is Marc Gasol. The days of Grit-n-Grind are over for the Grizzlies, and now, Memphis will face a long road to rebuilding around top young big man Jaren Jackson Jr., who had a very impressive rookie campaign. […]

Memphis Grizzlies assistant coach Nick Van Exel has interest in the vacant head-coaching position at the University of Cincinnati, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The Cincinnati job opened up after Mick Cronin left the school to take the head coaching role at UCLA. Should Van Exel leave the Grizzlies for Cincinnati, it would mark […]

Memphis Grizzlies big man Joakim Noah recently opened up about his experience this season with his new team. The 33-year-old veteran was not shy to admit that it was only the Grizzlies who considered him as a potential member of their team: “Memphis was the only team that showed me any consideration,” Noah tells Zach […]

Memphis Grizzlies assistant coach Jerry Stackhouse has agreed to a six-year deal with Vanderbilt to become the head coach, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Commodores athletic director Malcolm Turner had watched Stackhouse closely in Turner’s prior job as the president of the NBA’s G-League. Vanderbilt University has pledged to bolster the financial commitment to the […]