Desmond Bane News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Strong from deep as top scorer Bane closed with 31 points (11-26 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Thursday's 116-103 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Bane led all players in Thursday's contest in scoring while connecting on a team-best mark from three and ending second on the team in rebounds and assists. Bane has crossed the 30-point mark on nine occurrences this season, posting at least 30 points, five rebounds and five assists in five outings.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Bane Highlights | Memphis Grizzlies vs Indiana Pacers

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Desmond Bane's big 2nd half boosts Grizzlies over Pacers Dec 21, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) shoots as Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield (7) defends duri...

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Desmond Bane Press Conference | Pelicans vs. Grizzlies

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores 17 points in defeat Bane logged 17 points (6-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, five assists and one block in 28 minutes during Monday's 116-97 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Bane was unable to repeat the 28-point, 13-rebound double-double he registered against the Rockets on Dec. 15, and while the Grizzlies looked overmatched in this one, Bane posted a decent stat line. Even though his usage rate will decrease with the expected return of Ja Morant on Tuesday following his 25-game suspension, he should remain a reliable scoring threat for Memphis going forward.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Bane Press Conference | Rockets vs. Grizzlies

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores 28 points in return Bane posted 28 points (11-25 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and two steals over 40 minutes during Friday's 103-96 loss to the Rockets.

Impact Bane returned from a one-game absence Friday and was one of Memphis' go-to players on offense, but unfortunately, his efforts were not enough to lift the Grizzlies to victory against Houston. Bane has enjoyed a strong year as Memphis' main scoring threat with Ja Morant (suspension) sidelined, and he's been on a tear of late after scoring 27 or more points in five of his last six contests.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Bane Highlights | Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Good to go Friday Bane (illness) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Bane was trending in the right direction before ultimately getting the green light to return from a one-game absence. Vince Williams started for Bane on Wednesday against Houston and held his own, scoring 10 points (2-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT) with seven rebounds, one assist and one steal in 28 minutes.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Bane, who's listed as questionable due to an illness, is expected to play Friday against the Rockets, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

Impact Bane was sidelined for the first time this season Wednesday and was in danger of missing back-to-back games after being listed as questionable for Friday, but it looks like he's on track to suit up. With Ja Morant (suspension) and Marcus Smart (foot) still out, Bane should operate as Memphis' go-to playmaker versus Houston. However, Morant and Smart are nearing returns, so Bane's usage may take a hit soon.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Friday Bane (illness) is questionable to play against the Rockets on Friday.

Impact Bane missed his first game of the season Wednesday, and it doesn't sound like he's particularly close to returning for the second half of this home-and-home series against Houston. If Bane can't go, then Vince Williams might be in line for an increased role, just like he did Wednesday. Bane is averaging 24.8 points per game this season, and his absence would represent a huge blow to an already depleted Grizzlies backcourt that's already missing Ja Morant (suspension) and Marcus Smart (foot).

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss first game of season Bane (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

Impact Bane was a late addition to the injury report Wednesday morning and will ultimately miss his first game of the season. Memphis continues to deal with a slew of injuries, leaving John Konchar, Vince Williams and Jaylen Nowell in line for increased roles. Coach Taylor Jenkins said he hopes Bane's illness is just a 24-hour issue, so the starting shooting guard could return to action Friday versus Houston.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Bane is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Houston due to an illness.

Impact Bane was a late addition to the injury report for Memphis as he woke up Wednesday feeling under the weather. Bane has played in all 22 games this season and is averaging 24.8 points, 5.3 assists, 4.3 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 3.3 three-pointers. If Bane is unable to play, the Grizzlies will need guys like Derrick Rose, Jaylen Nowell, Jacob Gilyard and Ziaire Williams to step up.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes 28 points in loss Bane ended with 28 points (11-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 39 minutes during Monday's 120-113 loss to Dallas.

Impact Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. combined to score 69 points in a contest during which no other Grizzlies player tallied more than 10. Bane also served as the team's top distributor, doubling the assists mark of Derrick Rose, who finished second in that category. Bane has knocked down at least three tripes in seven straight contests, and he ranks sixth in the NBA with 73 three-pointers on the campaign.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. Press Conference | Mavericks vs. Grizzlies

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Leader from deep to boost offense Bane notched 16 points (6-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one block over 37 minutes in Friday's 127-103 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Bane led all Grizzlies starters in threes made and minutes played while ending as one of four players with a double-digit point total in a losing effort. Bane has tallied at least 15 points in all but two games this season, connecting on four or more threes in three of his last four outings.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bane leads Memphis against Minnesota after 49-point outing

Memphis hosts the Minnesota Timberwolves after Desmond Bane scored 49 points in the Memphis Grizzlies' 116-102 victory against the Detroit Pistons

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Desmond Bane Drops CAREER-HIGH 49 Points! 👏👀 | December 6, 2023

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Desmond Bane scores career-high 49 points, Grizzlies send Pistons to 18th straight loss

Desmond Bane scored 32 of his career-high 49 points in the second half and the Memphis Grizzles handed the Detroit Pistons their 18th straight loss, 116-102 on Wednesday night Detr...

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores career-high 49 points in win Bane registered 49 points (19-31 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 7-7 FT), seven assists and six rebounds over 35 minutes in Wednesday's 116-102 win over the Pistons.

Impact Bane and Jaren Jackson were the only two Grizzlies starters to score in double digits Wednesday and the former went 12-for-16 from the field in the second half. Bane has established himself as the main option with Ja Morant continuing to serve his 25-game suspension. Bane has had a red-hot start to December and is averaging 35.3 points per game on 58.8 percent shooting this month.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in loss to Phoenix Bane closed Saturday's 116-109 loss to the Suns with 27 points (10-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals over 30 minutes.

Impact Bane was one of the team's best players in this game, but his efforts were not enough to lift the Grizzlies to victory against one of the top contenders in the Western Conference. Bane has stepped up to play as Memphis' main offensive threat in the absence of Ja Morant (suspension), and the numbers back that up. Bane is averaging a career-best 23.8 points per game while surpassing the 20-point mark in five of his last eight outings.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Carries team to win Bane closed with 30 points (11-20 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-6 FT), four rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal over 34 minutes during Friday's 108-94 win over the Mavericks.

Impact The fourth-year guard not only led all scorers on the night, he was basically a one-man wrecking crew for Memphis as the rest of the starting lineup combined for only 20 points. Bane is on track to set new career highs in scoring (23.6 points per game), assists (5.2 per game), steals (1.3 per game) and made threes (3.3 per game), but his career-high 29.3 percent usage rate -- a top-20 figure in the NBA this season -- will almost certainly come down once Ja Morant (suspension) returns in a few weeks.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Bane Highlights vs. Dallas Mavericks

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Bane scores 30 points, depleted Grizzlies beat Mavs 108-94 with Doncic out for personal reasons

Desmond Bane scored 30 points and the depleted Memphis Grizzlies won consecutive games for the first time this season, beating Dallas 108-94 with Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic ou...

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Desmond Bane Press Conference | Jazz vs. Grizzlies

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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Bane leads Memphis against Minnesota after 49-point outing

Desmond Bane scores career-high 49 points, Grizzlies send Pistons to 18th straight loss

Bane scores 30 points, depleted Grizzlies beat Mavs 108-94 with Doncic out for personal reasons