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Whether it was with his patent hook shot in the lane or a spin move in the low block, Zach Edey was a scoring machine at Purdue. The two-time Wooden Award winner was arguably the most dominant player in college basketball over the last couple of years, yet Edey received a lot of scrutiny from […]

Preseason prognostications bring out plenty of emotions and it’s not just limited to the fans. For instance, the Memphis Grizzlies are getting defensive about their Western Conference chances this season. Grizzlies star Ja Morant could not believe the NBA’s GM put him on the league’s breakout lists. Morant is already an established All-Star who led the Grizzlies […]

The Memphis Grizzlies took on their third NBA preseason matchup of 2024-25 against the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. The game went back and forth, but the Grizzlies won the matchup 120-116. Earlier in the game, however, rookie guard Yuki Kawamura caught Indiana’s defense off guard and delivered a pass that could be an “Assist […]

Taylor Jenkins’s wife is Chantall Lissette Jenkins. Taylor Jenkins has played an instrumental role from the sidelines in guiding the Memphis Grizzlies as the head coach. In fact, after he took over, the Grizzlies made three-consecutive playoff appearances, including a Western Conference Semifinals appearance in 2022. Currently, Jenkins is facing a daunting task to whip […]

Stephen A. Smith asserts that the Los Angeles Lakers are a bigger threat than the Memphis Grizzlies this season. On Friday, October 11, “First Take” took their show on the road to Tennessee State University, hosting a live broadcast. During the event, Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe engaged in a live Q&A session with […]

The Memphis Grizzlies got a Ja Morant injury scare in the very first game of the 2024-25 NBA season. Consider that one hurdle that had to be cleared this year at some point. At least it is over with and was relatively minor considering the worst-case scenario. Still, a cautious coach Taylor Jenkins will be […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are going all-out this preseason to shake off Ja Morant’s rust and aid in Zach Edey’s rookie adjustments. Marcus Smart is already talking championship, among other things. The former NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2021-22) also revealed how Zach Edey can unlock the full potential of the Grizzlies’ defense. Specifically, Smart […]

The Memphis Grizzlies plan to be cautious with Ja Morant following an injury scare. The superstar point guard suffered an ankle injury during the team’s preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks, and they need him at full strength. The Grizzlies could have something scary brewing with the Ja Morant and Zach Edey two-man game, at […]

Earlier this week, Ja Morant avoided an injury scare during the Memphis Grizzlies’ preseason opener vs the Dallas Mavericks on the road. Although Morant did suffer an ankle sprain during the contest, it is reportedly not expected to be something that will affect his availability for the regular season. Morant and the Grizzlies profile as […]

Memphis Grizzlies superstar point guard Ja Morant rolled his right ankle in Monday’s preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks. Although he returned to the court and appeared to be fine, Morant again left the game later on and did not return with what the team labeled as an ankle sprain. Ja Morant rolled his ankle […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks were defeated 121-116 in their preseason opener against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. The morning before the game, however, Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart took some time to speak with ClutchPoints after Memphis’ shoot-around. Smart addressed a number of topics, including Kyrie Irving’s fit with the Mavs and Luka Doncic’s […]

The Memphis Grizzlies engaged the Dallas Mavericks in an intense NBA preseason matchup on Monday night. Memphis held a 93-90 advantage over the Mavs by the end of the third quarter. However, the Grizzlies took note of an injury concern from Ja Morant after he rolled his ankle for the second time during the game. […]

While Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant has hops, his next poster target will be a tough mission. Not only is the player his teammate, but he’s 7-foot-4. Morant wants to dunk on Memphis rookie Zach Edey. “If there was one NBA player that you haven’t dunked on yet that you would want to dunk on, […]

Unfortunately, Ja Morant’s much-anticipated return to the Memphis Grizzlies from a 25-game suspension was shortlived last season due to a shoulder injury. It has now been over 12 months since the Western Conference contenders of Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., Desmond Bane, and Marcus Smart were all fully healthy. Thankfully, the wait is over when it […]

The Memphis Grizzlies releasing Derrick Rose led to a shocking retirement going by everyone’s reactions at Media Day. Players, staff, and executives who grew up as fans learned of the news on social media without warning. The front office and coaches had already flipped to filling those backup point guard shoes, though, mainly with some […]

The New York Knicks, encouraged by the progress they’ve made as a franchise over the past two seasons thanks in large part to the emergence of Jalen Brunson as a legitimate MVP candidate, have decided to go all-in this offseason. They traded away a boatload of draft capital to bring Mikal Bridges in, and then […]

Jonas Valanciunas’ net worth in 2024 is $35 million. Valanciunas is a center for the Washington Wizards after they acquired him in a sign-and-trade deal with the New Orleans Pelicans. Valanciunas is an NBA All-Rookie Second Team player. Here’s a closer look at Jonas Valanciunas’ net worth in 2024 as he prepares to start his […]

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has shown he can handle the heat of the NBA playoffs, but his resolve was tested by a different kind of warmth this offseason. The three-time All-Star went on “Hot Ones,” a talk show where notable guests answer questions while devouring increasingly spicy wings. Brown wasn’t too bothered by the […]

The Memphis Grizzlies gamble on Zach Edey will get the boom-or-bust treatment all season. Either Edey will be on a Rookie of the Year pathway like Ja Morant predicts or will be declared a bust by the national media’s more reactive talking heads. That is unfortunate from a knowledgeable, entertaining yet informative basketball conversation perspective […]

After a rough 2023 season, the Memphis Grizzlies are an easy pick to be one of the NBA’s most improved squads this year. However, big man Jaren Jackson Jr. already got some bad news. Jackson got hurt on the first day of training camp, via ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. “Grizzlies PF/C Jaren Jackson Jr. experienced hamstring […]

Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies are currently preparing for the upcoming 2024-25 season, which is slated to begin on October 23. Morant missed the majority of the 2023-24 season with an injury, which, combined with several other injuries, made for a bit of a lost season for the Grizzlies. However, there is optimism that […]

Last season, due to injuries, suspensions and general roster volatility, the Memphis Grizzlies used 51 different starting lineups in 82 games, a dubious NBA record. It’s understandable that heading into the 2024-25 season, one with expectations that the Griz will find themselves back firmly in the Playoff picture, Memphis would shoot for establishing a starting […]

Ja Morant has been through a lot over the last few years. Not only has the Memphis Grizzlies superstar had to deal with all of the drama that came with his suspensions from the team and league as a result of flashing a gun while on a live stream during the 2022-23 season, but the […]

Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose recently announced his retirement from the NBA. The NBA world had plenty of reaction to Rose’s decision to leave the league after 16 seasons. Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic shared a picture on his Instagram story that included one perfect emoji, image via MFFL Nation. Luka Doncic x Derrick Rose […]

After months of speculation, Nike and Memphis Grizzlies’ star Ja Morant recently unveiled the all-new Nike Ja 2, Ja Morant’s second signature sneaker with the footwear giant. After missing most of last season due to an injury, Ja Morant is set to make a monumental return and bring the Grizzlies back to competing for the […]

The Memphis Grizzlies released a statement Friday morning announcing that forward Vince Williams Jr. suffered a left shin injury during a recent training session. Imaging revealed a stress reaction in the upper portion of his tibia. According to the team’s medical staff, Williams will be reevaluated in approximately four weeks and is expected to make […]

During his peak, Derrick Rose was poised to take over the NBA. Back in the day, Rose was the face of the franchise for the Chicago Bulls. As the star point guard for Chicago, Rose carried the Bulls to several top finishes in the Eastern Conference. Furthermore, he also led them to competitive playoff campaigns. […]

Derrick Rose was an electrifying human being on the basketball court. Rose, who the Chicago Bulls selected first overall in the 2008 NBA Draft, later found work with the New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Memphis Grizzlies. Over his career, he built quite a resume as a three-time All-Star and onetime […]

The Memphis Grizzlies, just a week or so prior to the start of training camp, made the decision to cut veteran guard Derrick Rose from the roster. Rose was brought in last season by the Grizzlies via free agency to provide some veteran leadership, but he has been deemed expendable just one season into his […]

The Memphis Grizzlies announced that they will retire Tony Allen’s No. 9 jersey on March 15, following their game against the Miami Heat at the FedExForum. Allen, known as the “Grindfather,” will become the third player in franchise history to receive this honor, joining former teammates Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol. Randolph’s No. 50 was […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have decided to waive Derrick Rose just days before players report to training camp ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. 🚨 Derrick Rose has been waived by the Grizzlies, per @ShamsCharania. pic.twitter.com/nD2oyVtqkj — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 23, 2024 Rose, 35, played in only 24 games in […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are getting ramped up for training camp and Ja Morant plans to do so in style. Morant released another sneak peek of the newest highly anticipated release from his signature Nike line. The are five Nike Ja 2 colorways starting to hit the streets but this inside look was of a one-of-one […]

The Memphis Grizzlies community is getting together before training camp and the crowds cannot fit into any ordinary NBA arena. Going through drills, draining three-pointers, and practicing for the NBA Dunk Contest are just a few of the activities keeping the team busy. Ja Morant and a few teammates made an appearance at Streets Ministries […]

The Memphis Grizzlies’ 2023 season was forgetful. Very forgetful, in fact, if one were to look at it from a competitive standpoint, rather than a point of view that focuses on player development. With injuries occurring left and right, the Grizzlies’ three-year playoff steak ended as they found themselves near the bottom of the standings. […]

While playing in the pros takes most athletes away from their hometowns, they never forget where they came from. This is true, at least, for Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant, who sounded pleased to be in the company of New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson and two-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson. All three players come […]

The biggest what-if in NBA history has to be about Derrick Rose. He was thriving with the Chicago Bulls and even found his way to become the youngest Most Valuable Player in league history. However, injuries derailed him from being able to play to his full potential. He then made his way to a lot […]

The Memphis Grizzlies could have one of their best seasons of the 2020s era in 2024-25. Memphis is set to receive the services of star point guard Ja Morant back from a season-ending shoulder injury. However, Morant is not just focused on the Grizzlies’ success. He gave Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson major props for […]

Leading up to their training camp, the Memphis Grizzlies have announced some new free-agent signings to their roster. The biggest headliner is former North Carolina big man Armando Bacot. After the injuries Memphis dealt with, Bacot could be an exciting addition. He could shore up depth alongside Jaren Jackson Jr. and give the Grizzlies big […]

Dunks are probably the most exciting part of basketball, and a player dunking on another player is even more thrilling. Perhaps no other player in the last two decades brought this kind of excitement like the Denver Nuggets’ DeAndre Jordan, who used to posterize people on a daily basis with the Los Angeles Clippers. Even […]