FEBRUARY 5 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES 13-7 · 4TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
13-7 · 4TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
A Celtic at heart, Marcus Smart richly deserved his just plaudits from Boston in his return - The Boston Globe Often said to be the Celtics' heart and soul, the injured Grizzlies guard was back in TD Garden for the first time as an opposing player aft...
Celtics bounce back from home loss, trounce Grizzlies Jayson Tatum collected a game-high 34 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in 31 minutes and the Boston Celtics led wire to wire en rout...
FEBRUARY 5 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Celtics bounce back from home loss, trounce Grizzlies Jayson Tatum collected a game-high 34 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in 31 minutes and the Boston Celtics led wire to wire en rout...
FEBRUARY 5 • KANSASCITY.COM
Celtics take care of business over shorthanded Grizzlies in Marcus Smart's return The Celtics took care of business against the undermanned Grizzlies, who had just eight available players, in a blowout 40-point victory.
FEBRUARY 5 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
GRIZZLIES at CELTICS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | February 4, 2024
FEBRUARY 5 • YOUTUBE
Watch Marcus Smart tribute video in Celtics return Marcus Smart spent the first nine seasons of his career in Boston.
FEBRUARY 4 • MASSLIVE.COM
Marcus Smart Tribute Video by Boston Celtics ❤️
FEBRUARY 4 • YOUTUBE
GG Jackson II - Gets first starting nod Jackson will start Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Impact Jackson will make his first career start for the depleted Grizzlies, joining Jacob Gilyard, Luke Kennard, David Roddy and Trey Jemison in the starting lineup. Jackson has played at least 25 minutes six times this season, averaging 16.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 28.3 minutes during those contests.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
David Roddy - Enters starting lineup Roddy is starting Sunday's game versus Boston.
Impact Roddy, GG Jackson and Luke Kennard represent the only healthy Grizzlies on the wings Sunday. Roddy is averaging 10.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 12 games as a starter this season, but Sunday's adverse circumstances should yield additional usage.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Trey Jemison - Making first career start Jemison will start Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Impact Jemison, who's operating under a 10-day deal, will make his first career NBA start for the depleted Grizzlies. On Thursday, Jemison posted five points, three rebounds and one block in 14 minutes but figures to see an increased role versus Boston.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Luke Kennard - Starting Sunday Kennard is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Boston.
Impact Kennard is joined by Jacob Gilyard in the backcourt on a night when Memphis will only carry eight healthy players. GG Jackson, David Roddy and Trey Jemison round out the starting five.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Xavier Tillman Sr. - Officially ruled out Tillman (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Boston.
Impact Tillman was considered doubtful for Sunday's matchup and will officially be unavailable for a third consecutive game due to a left knee injury. The Grizzlies will be extremely shorthanded against the Celtics, so Trey Jamison and Matthew Hurt could see additional run in the frontcourt.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Derrick Rose - Out due to hamstring soreness Rose (hamstring) will not play Sunday versus Boston.
Impact Rose and John Konchar (calf) being declared inactive leaves Jacob Gilyard, Luke Kennard and Scotty Pippen as the only healthy guards on the roster. David Roddy and GG Jackson will also be leaned on as Memphis pieces together a rotation.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Vince Williams Jr. - Won't play Sunday Williams (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Impact Williams appeared in the last two games but will be one of several Grizzlies unavailable against Boston on Sunday. GG Jackson and David Roddy are candidates to see increased run against the Celtics, while Williams' next chance to return will be Tuesday against New York.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
John Konchar - Out Sunday Konchar (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Impact Konchar, along with the majority of Memphis' regulars, will be sidelined Sunday. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in New York. In Konchar's absence, GG Jackson, Jacob Gilyard and David Roddy are candidates for increased playing time.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Santi Aldama - Won't play Sunday Aldama (tailbone) is out for Sunday's game against Boston.
Impact Aldama will miss his first game since Jan. 24 and his 12th game of the season overall. Memphis continues to be plagued by injuries, with Luke Kennard, GG Jackson and David Roddy headlining the available players.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Celtics G Jaylen Brown (back) out vs. Grizzlies Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the visiting Memphis Grizzlies due to low back tightness, the...
FEBRUARY 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Derrick Rose - Dealing with hamstring soreness Rose is questionable for Sunday's game against Boston due to left hamstring soreness.
Impact Rose returned from a lengthy absence due to hamstring issues in Friday's loss to Golden State, posting 12 points in 16 minutes. There is likely a mutual interest for caution for the 35-year-old's health, with Tuesday against the Knicks representing his next opportunity to take the court if he doesn't suit up Sunday.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Santi Aldama - Tagged as questionable Aldama is questionable to play Sunday versus Boston due to a tailbone contusion.
Impact Aldama has played through a tailbone bruise for two consecutive contests, although it's unclear if his 21-minute workload in Friday's loss to Golden State was related to the nagging injury. Xavier Tillman (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's contest while Jaren Jackson (hip) has been ruled out, leaving the Grizzlies' frontcourt in flux.
FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
NBA Rumors: These Teams Called Grizzlies About Marcus Smart A pair of NBA title contenders reportedly called the Memphis Grizzlies to inquire about Marcus Smart's availaibility.
FEBRUARY 4 • NESN.COM
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FEBRUARY 4 • BOSTONSPORTSJOURNAL.COM
Marcus Smart, whose impact on the Celtics remains in play, will be a welcome sight in TD Garden return - The Boston Globe Smart landed with the Grizzlies in the three-team trade that brought Kristaps Porzingis to Boston. A finger injury will keep Smart from play...
FEBRUARY 3 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Ziaire Williams - Ruled out for Sunday Williams (hand) will not play in Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Impact This will be the fourth straight game on the shelf for Williams, and he remains without a timetable to return. His next chance to play is Tuesday against the Knicks.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Vince Williams Jr. - Questionable for Sunday Williams is questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics with left wrist soreness.
Impact The Grizzlies have yet another lengthy injury report. Ziaire Williams (hand) remains out, Jaren Jackson (hip) is now sidelined and John Konchar (calf) is questionable. If Williams manages to suit up Sunday, he could be looking at a significant role for Memphis.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
