Morant and Memphis visit Mitchell and the Cavaliers
Donovan Mitchell and Ja Morant square off in a matchup of two of the NBA's best scorers when Cleveland and Memphis take the courtFEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DESMOND BANE #22 - SHOOTING GUARD - MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES
16.2 PPG •
6.6 RPG •
3.6 APG
16.2 PPG
6.6 RPG
3.6 APG
Lillard, Simons lead Trail Blazers past Grizzlies, 122-112
Damian Lillard had 42 points and 10 assists, Anfernee Simons added 26 points and the Portland Trail Blazers rallied to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 122-112 on Wednesday nightFEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Good to go Wednesday Bane (knee) will take the floor Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.
Impact Initially labeled questionable, it appears Bane's knee is doing well enough for him to return following a two-game absence. The 2020 first-round pick notched at least 20 points in six of the last seven games prior to his absence and will aim to get back on that path against a Portland club that ranks fifth-worst in the league in defensive efficiency.
FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Wednesday Bane (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against Portland.
Impact The third-year wing has already missed the last two games with soreness in his right knee, so his status will be worth monitoring closely as the Grizz head into a Wednesday/Thursday back-to-back set. Bane, of course, missed significant time earlier this season due to a toe injury, but he returned to action on Dec. 23 and went on to appear in 16 of Memphis' next 18 games prior to this latest two-game absence. Over his last 10 contests (Jan. 8 through Jan. 25), Bane averaged 21.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.1 steals and 3.1 made threes (50.8% 3Pt).
JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Bane (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Impact Bane was doubtful ahead of Sunday's game and will officially be forced to miss a second consecutive matchup. However, coach Taylor Jenkins said Sunday that Bane is day-to-day and is expected back at some point this week, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports. Ziaire Williams will likely draw another start Sunday.
JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play Sunday Bane (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Pacers.
Impact Bane is expected to sit out a second straight game due to right knee soreness. Ziaire Williams started in his stead during Friday's loss to the Timberwolves and should be expected to do so again Sunday with John Konchar (concussion) still out.
JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Timberwolves top Memphis after moment of silence for Nichols
Anthony Edwards scored 13 of his 25 points in the third quarter as Minnesota extended its lead, D’Angelo Russell added 19 points and the Timberwolves topped the short-handed Memphi...JANUARY 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out Friday Bane (knee) is out Friday against the Timberwolves.
Impact Bane will miss his first game since Jan. 5, and it comes at an unfortunate time. He's been on a heater over his past 10 contests, averaging 21.6 points on 50/51/83 shooting, 5.2 boards, 5.0 assists and 1.1 steals. In his absence, with John Konchar (concussion) also out, more minutes could be in store for Ziaire Williams, David Roddy and Tyus Jones.
JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable vs. Wolves Bane is questionable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves due to right knee soreness.
Impact Bane's streak of 10 straight appearances may end Friday. After initially struggling during his return from a toe injury, the guard has picked it up during a recent stretch, averaging 21.6 points on 50/51/83 shooting, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.1 steals in 30.8 minutes. If he's out, more minutes may be in store for Dillon Brooks, Ziaire Williams and Tyus Jones.
JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Paces Grizz with 21 points Bane recorded 21 points (9-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt), four rebounds, five assists and one steal across 29 minutes during Monday's 133-100 loss to Sacramento.
Impact Memphis played without Ja Morant (hamstring) on Monday, making Bane the team's primary offensive weapon. It was somewhat surprising then that Bane took only 13 shots -- below his season average of 16.4 -- but he was efficient with his attempts, making nine buckets and going 3-for-4 from beyond the arc. The third-year guard is averaging a career-best 21.7 points per game on the campaign and has scored over 20 points in five of his past six contests.
JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Memphis takes on Golden State on 3-game losing streak
Memphis will try to end its three-game slide when the Grizzlies play Golden StateJANUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kings use early 3s, big 4th quarter to top Grizzlies 133-100
Trey Lyles scored a season-high 24 points, Harrison Barnes had 15 of his 20 in Sacramento’s record-tying first quarter and the Kings beat the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 133-100JANUARY 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Balanced performance Sunday Bane contributed 24 points (9-19 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Sunday's 112-110 loss to Phoenix.
Impact Bane continues to look better with each passing game, scoring at least 20 points for the fourth time in his past five games. The points are always going to be there for Bane, but it has been his assist numbers that have been more intriguing of late. He has at least six dimes in three of his previous four contests, a part of his game that is becoming more consistent. He is basically locked in as a top-40 talent ROS, right where he was being drafted.
JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Lakers rally to snap Grizzlies' winning streak at 11 games
Dennis Schroeder completed a three-point play with 7.6 seconds after a steal and the Las Angeles Lakers rallied to beat Memphis 122-121, snapping the Grizzlies’ winning streak at 1...JANUARY 21, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Stays hot in win Bane recorded 25 points (8-17 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 115-114 win over the Cavaliers.
Impact Bane's 25 points led the Grizzlies Wednesday, besting backfield mate Ja Morant by one point. He has now hit the 25-point mark in three consecutive games, is shooting 56 percent from behind the ark, and has been perfect from the charity stripe, over that stretch.
JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Desmond Bane Highlights vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | 25 points, 4 assists, 4 rebounds
JANUARY 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Grizzlies top Cavs, tie team record with 11th win in a row
Desmond Bane scored 25 points, Ja Morant had 24 and the Memphis Grizzlies won their 11th straight game to match the franchise record, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-114 on Wed...JANUARY 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nearly perfect from field Monday Bane accumulated 28 points (10-12 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six assists, three rebounds and two steals across 27 minutes during Monday's 136-106 win over the Suns.
Impact Bane fell one point shy of matching backcourt mate Ja Morant for the team lead in scoring, but the former player was far more efficient with his shooting. The third-year wing out of TCU has been dialed in thus far in January, averaging 21.5 points and 3.5 triples per game while shooting 51.6 percent from the field across six appearances.
JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Grizzlies vs Suns: Desmond Bane press conference 01.16.23
JANUARY 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Grizzlies beat Suns 136-106, extend winning streak to 10
Ja Morant scored 29 points, Desmond Bane added 28 and the Memphis Grizzlies extended their season-high winning streak to 10 games with a 136-106 victory night over the injury-deple...JANUARY 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Walk Off Interview with Desmond Bane after the win over the Phoenix Suns
JANUARY 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Drops 25 points, hits five threes Bane provided 25 points (10-19 FG, 5-11 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Saturday's 130-112 victory over the Pacers.
Impact Bane was solid all night, knocking down five of nine field goal attempts for 12 points in the first half before adding another 13 points after the break on 5-of-10 shooting as the Grizzlies cruised to their ninth consecutive win. The shooting guard added eight boards and also connected on five three-pointers in the contest, which tied Bennedict Mathurin for a game high. He's now shooting 52.9 percent from beyond the arc through five games to start this month.
JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Morant's slam in Indy highlights Grizzlies' 9th straight win
Ja Morant had 23 points, 10 assists and another ferocious dunk, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Indiana Pacers 130-112 to extend the NBA’s longest current winning streak to nine...JANUARY 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NBA Roundtable: Analyzing contenders at the season's midway point
We're halfway through the season. Which teams and players are shining? How will the East shape up? And what's wrong with the Clippers?JANUARY 13, 2023
Desmond Bane's Indiana hometown raises $33K for children to see Grizzlies guard vs Pacers The Memphis Grizzlies will play on the road Saturday against the Indiana Pacers, but it will be a home game for Desmond Bane.
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