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Grizzlies’ Guard Injury Crisis Could Define the NBA’s Early Season

If you are a Memphis Grizzlies fan, you might already be feeling the pressure of the new season. The Grizzlies hoped to begin the season strong after making a couple of moves in the summer.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 18

NBA world can’t believe Grizzlies’ brutal injury situation

The Memphis Grizzlies have had unfortunate injury luck over the past couple of seasons, and it appears as if that brutal streak has carried over into the start of the 2025-26 NBA season.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Scotty Pippen News / Field Level Media / October 18

Grizzlies G Scotty Pippen Jr. to undergo toe surgery

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. is set to undergo surgery on his left big toe and miss the start of the season, the Grizzlies said Saturday. While the team did not announce a timeline for his return to the court, ESPN reported Pippen will be evaluated again in 12 weeks.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 18

Grizzlies Announce Two Roster Moves After Heat Game

After starting their 2025 preseason with four straight losses, the Memphis Grizzlies finally picked up a win over the Miami Heat on Friday, ending their exhibition slate on a high note.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 17

Grizzlies Suddenly Have Another Star Sidelined Next to Ja Morant vs Heat

The Memphis Grizzlies' injury trouble continues with the news that another Memphis star has been sidelined with an injury. The Grizzlies have been without several key pieces all preseason.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hardwood Heroics / October 17

'It’s Been the Total Opposite of What I’ve Experienced' – Memphis Grizzlies Guard Defends the City’s Reputation Amid Unsafe Claims

The Memphis Grizzlies acquired Kentavious Caldwell-Pope from the Desmond Bane trade this summer, and he has already endeared himself to his new fans. The one-time NBA champion recently defended the city of Memphis, dispelling the stereotype that the city is unsafe.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 16

Grizzlies Continue to Make Roster Adjustments as Team Heads Into Season

As the regular season quickly approaches, the Memphis Grizzlies are putting their roster into shape. While the Grizzlies have to grapple with injuries

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 16

Grizzlies' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Silences Critics On Concerns Over Memphis

The Grizzlies were born as a franchise in Vancouver, with 1995-96 being their debut season amid the dominance of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. It wouldn't be till their ninth year as a franchise when they'd make the postseason for the first time, but by then they had already left the city of Vancouver and moved to Memphis.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / October 16

Jaren Jackson Jr. Silences Injury Concerns After First Game Back vs. Hornets

Jaren Jackson Jr. wished his Memphis Grizzlies could have ended their three-game losing streak Wednesday evening. The Charlotte Hornets' 145 points had other plans.

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Cedric Coward News / NBA Draft on SI / October 12

Grizzlies’ Rookie Cedric Coward Looking Ahead of Schedule

The Memphis Grizzlies were aggressive in moving up at the 2025 NBA Draft. An exciting prospect for more tapped into the draft hemisphere, as Memphis has done more with less than plenty of teams in the last decade.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hardwood Heroics / October 11

'They Just be Tweaking, Panicking' – Memphis Grizzlies Fans Will be Optimistic With Star’s Latest Injury Update

Ja Morant didn’t play in the Memphis Grizzlies’ first two preseason games, as he is nursing an ankle injury that he sustained during a practice last week.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 11

NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ty Jerome, Lakers, Bronny James, Sixers

If the Grizzlies have learned anything over the years, it’s that having a reliable backup point guard is not a luxury. It’s a necessity. With Ja Morant’s availability often unpredictable, Ty Jerome is stepping into one of the most important roles on Memphis’ roster, as written by Parish Sharkey of SB Nation.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Grizzlies’ 3 biggest surprises in first 2 preseason games

The NBA preseason is where potential is auditioned and theories are tested under the bright lights. For Ja Morant’s new-look, injury-riddled Memphis Grizzlies, the first two acts of this preview have been less about the final score amid on 0-2 start.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 7

Preseason opener hints at Grizzlies' bombs-away approach to early season

With Jaren Jackson Jr., Ja Morant and Zach Edey all out to start the season, bombing away from long range might be a temporary fix for the Grizzlies offense.

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Ty Jerome News / Larry Brown Sports / October 7

Another Grizzlies player does a gun celebration during game

One of the newest Memphis Grizzlies players is already getting in on the meme. Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome went viral for his interesting celebration during his team’s preseason game against the Detroit Pistons.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Yardbarker / October 6

Grizzlies' injuries approaching critical mass

The Grizzlies were already facing a big challenge in the Western Conference with two starters out to begin the season. Now, that number is likely up to three.

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