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MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES 11-7 · 4TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
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Yuki Kawamura is not afraid of going up against a tall player like Zach Edey Zach Edey is an anomaly of a player with his 7’4” frame, but Yuki Kawamura, who stands at 5’8”, is only excited about the opportunity he is...
The Memphis Grizzlies are in a good place under Coach Taylor Jenkins' system The Memphis Grizzlies are ready to compete at the highest level of the Western Conference by playing under Coach Taylor Jenkins’ system.
OCTOBER 6 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Pippen will continue to work hard for a regular contract with the Grizzlies Scotty Pippen has stood out as one of the best backup point guard options, and he has a clear path to a regular contract now.
OCTOBER 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Jake LaRavia shines amid Grizzlies' injury concerns The Memphis Grizzlies are once again battling early-season injuries.
OCTOBER 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Zach Edey on the essential skills to learn from Nikola Jokic and Ivica Zubac Zach Edey, the Memphis Grizzlies’ rookie, has emerged as a fan favorite for Rookie of the Year due to his mature mindset and impressive pres...
OCTOBER 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Finals MVP confidently picks Grizzlies to make biggest jump Jalen Brown, a recently crowned NBA champion, believes Memphis will bounce back in upcoming season.
OCTOBER 4 • SACBEE.COM
Brandon Clarke's most underrated weapon Memphis Grizzlies big man’s effectiveness in shooting tear-drops from the paint is his secret weapon.
OCTOBER 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Ja Morant is excited about how the Memphis Grizzlies are improving in training camp Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant is excited about the team’s progress in the past few days at training camp, albeit with some problems...
OCTOBER 4 • SACBEE.COM
Zach Edey adapts his game to the NBA The Memphis Grizzlies’ 7-foot-4 rookie is locked in, shedding weight, and improving his agility.
OCTOBER 3 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM
"I feel like a happy Ja is a scary Ja for a lot of people" Ja Morant is focusing on health, happiness, and on leading the Memphis Grizzlies back to the top of the West.
OCTOBER 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
JJJ avoids significant hamstring injury Memphis Grizzlies can exhale: Its All-Star will return to the court soon.
OCTOBER 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Grizzlies' coach calls on his star guards to be better defenders Memphis coach Taylor Jenkins said Ja Morant and Desmond Bane must be stronger on defense.
OCTOBER 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
John Konchar - Expected to see increased run Konchar (heel) is expected to receive increased playing time early in the season with Vince Williams (lower leg) and GG Jackson (foot) dealing with injuries, Damichael Cole of The...
Impact Konchar averaged 4.3 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 21.3 minutes across 55 appearances, including 23 starts, in 2023-24 due to Memphis dealing with a multitude of injuries. With Jackson already expected to miss at least three months after undergoing foot surgery, Konchar should be in store for more minutes than initially expected in Memphis' forward rotation.
OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Jaren Jackson Jr. - Dealing with low-grade strain Jackson (hamstring) is dealing with a low-grade hamstring strain, although there is "no concern" that Jackson could miss Memphis' season opener on Oct. 23, Damichael Cole of The Me...
Impact Fears of Jackson dealing with a hamstring strain have been confirmed, but suffering the lowest level of severity bodes well for the 25-year-old. Coach Taylor Jenkins fully expects Jackson to be ready for Opening Night, while also noting that the Grizzlies will proceed cautiously with his activity throughout the remainder of training camp.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
This trade idea will make the Grizzlies deeper Fran Leiva of Fadeaway World suggests Memphis send Marcus Smart to the Golden State Warriors for three role players.
OCTOBER 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Jaren Jackson Jr. available for a contract extension but may prefer to wait Memphis will prioritize keeping JJJ for the long term.
OCTOBER 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Brandon Clarke - 100 percent for camp Clarke (hand) has been a full participant at training camp this week, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Impact Clarke made his 2023-24 season debut on March 27 after recovering from an Achilles injury, but later missed the season finale with a hand contusion. That was a minor issue, however, and there's been no reported restrictions for Clarke. With Jaren Jackson (hamstring) injured to start camp, Clarke has a big opportunity during the preseason.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Marcus Smart - A full go for camp Smart (finger) has been a full participant at training camp this week, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Impact Smart ruptured the proximal interphalangeal joint central slip on his right hand and last appeared in a game on Jan. 9. He was supposed to be re-evaluated before the end of 2034-24 season for a possible return, but Memphis was out of the playoff hunt by then. Prior to his injury, Smart was productive, posting averages of 14.5 points, 4.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds, 2.1 three-pointers and 2.1 steals in 30.3 minutes in 20 appearances.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Zach Edey - Participating in camp Edey (ankle) has been a full participant in training camp this week, Matt Infield of Actions News 5 reports.
Impact Edey tweaked his right ankle during the Summer League which shut him down early, but by all accounts, it was a minor issue. There's been no talk of any limitations at camp, and the expectations around Memphis are very high for the rookie. Edey was spotted hitting some three-pointers with ease and looks ready to compete for the starting center role.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Desmond Bane - Healthy for camp Bane (back) has been a full participant in training camp this week, Michael Wallace of NBA.com reports.
Impact A back injury robbed Bane of the final nine games of the 2023-24 season, and that took place shortly after he missed a couple months with an ankle issue. He had a healthy offseason by all accounts, however, and fantasy managers will be looking for him to bounce back with his injuries behind him. In just 36 regular-season appearances last season, Bane averaged 24.7 points, 5.4 assists, 4.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 34.9 minutes.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Jaren Jackson Jr. injures his hamstring Memphis Grizzlies’ All-Star big man experienced hammy tightness in first day of training camp.
OCTOBER 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Grizzlies F Jaren Jackson Jr. (hamstring) hurt in first practice Memphis Grizzlies standout Jaren Jackson Jr.injured his hamstring on Tuesday during the team’s first practice of the season.Grizzlies coach...
OCTOBER 1 • THESTATE.COM
Jaren Jackson Jr. - Dealing with hamstring tightness Jackson experienced hamstring tightness during Tuesday's practice, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Impact Jackson will undergo imaging to determine the severity, but coach Taylor Jenkins said the team is "anticipating a strain," per Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com. If that's the case, Jackson will likely miss the preseason and could be sidelined to start the 2024-25 campaign.
OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
This rookie did not recognize his teammate in a grocery store John Konchar took advantage of Jaylen Wells’s cluelessness to pull off a hilarious prank.
OCTOBER 1 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Two-time National Player of the Year in College begins NBA career More than Rookie of the Year, Zach Edey aims to be a valuable role player for the Memphis Grizzlies.
OCTOBER 1 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
