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MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES 11-7 · 4TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
11-7 · 4TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
Next Game vs Pistons · Thu 1:00AM
MEM -7.5 TOTAL 225.5
Marcus Smart shares critical injury update after preseason scare Smart had a knee problem.
Jake LaRavia - Stuffs stat sheet Saturday LaRavia posted 20 points (5-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, an assist, two steals and a block across 27 minutes in Saturday's 124-121 preseason win over the Bulls.
Impact Similar to Jayden Wells, LaRavia took advantage of this spot start to strengthen his case for a rotation spot once the 2024-25 regular season kicks in. Injuries allowed LaRavia to carve a decent role off the bench in the previous campaign, where he averaged 10.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 23.0 minutes per game in 35 regular-season appearances. He'll aim to maintain that role in a healthier Grizzlies roster in 2024-25.
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Jaylen Wells - Scores 24 in spot start Wells finished with 24 points (9-18 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 2-4 FT), two rebounds, six assists and a steal across 32 minutes in Saturday's 124-121 preseason win over the Bulls.
Impact Wells was one of several non-regulars who started for the Grizzlies in this game looking to strengthen their cases for a rotation spot, and he certainly made his presence felt as an excellent scorer and capable playmaker. Wells' case for a rotation spot is far from over, though, and he can't feel confident about his chances since he'll compete with John Konchar, Vince Williams (lower leg) and Jake LaRavia for minutes off the bench in a best-case scenario.
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Zach Edey - Makes two-way impact Saturday Edey registered 15 points (5-10 FG, 5-7 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and three blocks across 22 minutes in Saturday's 124-121 preseason win over the Bulls.
Impact Edey has shown glimpses of his talent in the preseason, and while a final decision hasn't been made yet, it seems he'll open the 2024-25 campaign as the starting center due to his two-way impact. If Edey starts, he should plenty of fantasy upside as a young player capable of making his presence felt on both ends of the court.
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Memphis Grizzlies Highlights vs Chicago Bulls
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GRIZZLIES at BULLS | NBA PRESEASON FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | October 12, 2024
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Ja Morant - Not in starting five Saturday Morant (ankle) is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Bulls.
Impact Morant is not expected to suit up as the club plans to work him back slowly for Opening Night. The superstar sustained a mild ankle sprain during Monday's preseason game against Dallas and hasn't played since. It is unclear if the 25-year-old will return during the preseason, but his next chance to do so will come Monday against the Pacers.
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Jake LaRavia - Receives starting nod Saturday LaRavia will join the starting five in Saturday's preseason game against the Bulls.
Impact LaRavia will enter the starting five with Santi Aldama and Desmond Bane both expected to take a scheduled day off due to rest. LaRavia carved out a significant role in the rotation last season due to a litany of injuries, during which he averaged 10.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 23.0 minutes per game in 35 regular-season appearances.
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Jaylen Wells - Picks up start Saturday Wells will enter the starting five in Saturday's preseason matchup versus the Bulls.
Impact While nothing has been officially announced, Desmond Bane is unlikely to suit up due to rest purposes, paving the way for Wells to start. The 21-year-old is not expected to play a prominent role for the club this season, and he will likely compete for minutes off the bench with John Konchar, Vince Williams (lower leg) and Jake LaRavia.
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Santi Aldama - Not in starting lineup Saturday Aldama is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Bulls.
Impact The Grizzlies are tweaking their starting lineup for this preseason contest, and Aldama will make way for Jake LaRavia, who has been one of Memphis' standout performers in camp over the last few weeks.
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Desmond Bane - Not starting Saturday Bane is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against
Impact The Grizzlies haven't announced anything, but all signs point to this being a scheduled off day for Bane after he started in the team's previous two preseason contests. Bane should continue to feature for the Grizzlies in the rest of the preseason, however, with an aim toward being fully ready for the regular-season opener against Utah on Oct. 23.
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Scotty Pippen Jr. - In starting five Saturday Pippen will enter the starting five in Saturday's preseason matchup against the Bulls, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Impact Pippen will enter the starting five in place of Ja Morant, who suffered a minor ankle injury and held out of Thursday's loss to the Hornets. Pippen has been impressive throughout the Summer League and preseason, and he will likely play a prominent role off the bench for Memphis this season.
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Brandon Clarke - Available Saturday Clarke (knee) is available for Saturday's preseason matchup against the Bulls, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Impact Clarke was held out of Thursday's game against the Hornets due to knee soreness; however, this was likely only a precautionary measure. The 28-year-old was limited to only six regular-season appearances last season, during which he sustained an Achilles injury.
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Marcus Smart - Won't play vs. Chicago Smart (undisclosed) won't play in Saturday's preseason game against the Bulls, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Impact Head coach Taylor Jenkins confirmed Smart's absence for this preseason contest, though he didn't mention whether the reason behind his absence is rest or a minor injury. Smart's next chance to play will come against the Pacers on Monday, but the veteran guard is likely targeting to be healthy for the regular-season opener against the Jazz on Oct. 23.
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Anthony Edwards Sends NBA Necessary Reminder of Ja Morant's Return Anthony Edwards definitely hasn’t forgotten about Ja Morant.
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Grizzlies' home opener ticket price: $250 cheaper than New York Knicks' SportsCasting’s research on ticket prices for NBA home openers reveals significant discrepancies between teams.
OCTOBER 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Grizzlies' home opener ticket price: $250 cheaper than New York Knicks' SportsCasting’s research on ticket prices for NBA home openers reveals significant discrepancies between teams.
OCTOBER 12 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM
Survey of NBA GMs doubt Zach Edey becomes an impactful player Asked which rookie is best player in five years, no NBA General Manager selected Memphis Grizzlies’ center.
OCTOBER 12 • THESTATE.COM
Desmond Bane fueled by the many Grizzlies doubters Memphis’ sharpshooting guard is back healthy and motivated to prove those dismissing his team are ignorant.
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Team USA source: Ja Morant needs to "be in the mix" Memphis Grizzlies star has never worn a Team USA jersey, but that will change soon, according to The Athletic.
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Jaylen Wells - Posts 12 pointa in preseason loss Wells logged 12 points (4-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebiounds, three assists and two steals across 25 minutes in Thursday's 119-94 loss to the Hornets.
Impact Wells made a splash in the Summer League after being picked in the second round by the Grizzlies. Wells signed a four-year deal worth $7.9 million so they expect him to be a contributor right away. His spot on the depth chart should rise if he continues to log solid numbers in the preseason.
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Jay Huff - Generates 15 points from bench Huff produced 15 points (5-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, five assists and a steal across 23 minutes in Thursday's 119-94 loss to the Hornets.
Impact Huff is trying to stay out of the G League and despite a crowded depth chart above him, Thursday's diverse line goes a long way toward his goal. He's now with his fourth team in his fourth season, and the Virginia product demonstrates special skills as a shooter and defender when given the opportunity, but only time will tell if he can impress enough to log some games with the big club.
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Desmond Bane - Solid night in loss Bane produced 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and two steals across 25 minutes in Thursday's 119-94 loss to the Hornets.
Impact Bane is expected to form part of a potent backcourt that will feature Ja Morant and Marcus Smart. Although injury limited Bane to 42 games last season, he logged career-high averages in points (23.7) and assists (5.5). He's also a solid perimeter shooter who will drive up his score with several three-point attempts. He averaged a whopping 8.6 attempts from downtown last season.
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Coach Taylor Jenkins Press Conference | Grizzlies vs. Hornets
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