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Ja Morant Skips Grizzlies Exit Interviews, and It Says Everything About What Could Be Coming Next

There are moments at the end of an NBA season that feel routine. Exit interviews, front office statements, players cleaning out lockers. It is usually procedural, predictable, and easy to move past.

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Ja Morant makes exit interview decision after regular season

The Memphis Grizzlies finished the season at 25-57 after a 132-101 loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. On Monday, the Grizzlies held exit interviews, but one notable name was missing: Point guard Ja Morant.

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The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least five three-pointers off the bench at least 20 times in their career can you name in five minutes?

The '60-point NBA games' quiz

The 'Single playoff-points leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 13

2026 NBA Mock Draft: Grizzlies Picks are all locked in but one

The Memphis Grizzlies dropped their final game of the season, 101–132, to the Houston Rockets. They end the year on an eight-game losing streak. The disappointing season will bring new promise come May 10th when the NBA Draft Lottery takes place.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 12

What awaits the Memphis Grizzlies as an uncertain offseason begins

The Memphis Grizzlies regular season has finally, mercifully, ended. They completed the final quarter of the regular season on a pace that rivals the absolute worst teams in NBA history, culminating in a weekend that featured arguably the greatest act of tanking the NBA has ever seen.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / April 13

Ja Morant’s run with Grizzlies may have reached its end

Has Ja Morant played his final game with the Grizzlies? Well, some sure think so. According to Joe Vardon of The Athletic, there is at least some belief that Morant may have already played his final game for the Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 11

What's still at stake for the ghosts of the Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies' 2025-26 train has finally reached the final station -- even if it seems as if all the original passengers evaporated way back on the tracks.

NBA News / A to Z Sports / April 11

Jahmai Mashack notched an incredible and rare NBA feat in showdown with former Tennessee teammate Kennedy Chandler

It may have been an off the grid type of game in Salt Lake City in the final week of the NBA season between two teams out of playoff contention. But boy, did a couple of former Tennessee Vols shine brightly in the Jazz’ 147-101 win over the Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 10

The one number that summarizes the Memphis Grizzlies season

It's hard to believe, looking back, that the Memphis Grizzlies looked like at least a play-in team earlier this season. Of course, that was prior to Ja

Lucas Williamson News / Hoops Rumors / April 10

Grizzlies Re-Sign Lucas Williamson To Hardship Deal

The Grizzlies have re-signed guard Lucas Williamson to a second hardship contract, the team announced today in a press release (Twitter link). Williamson’s initial 10-day deal expired overnight on Thursday.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / April 10

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Utah Jazz: Preview and Prediction

The Memphis Grizzlies and Utah Jazz are in for a battle for their lottery odds in the 2026 NBA Draft. Previewing the Grizzlies vs. Jazz game, with the NBA’s tank discussion continuing, will be one for the books in this climate.

Memphis Grizzlies News / EssentiallySports / April 9

Grizzlies Distanced Ja Morant Away From Team, Adding Fuel to Trade Rumors: Report

The cracks in the Memphis Grizzlies’ relationship with Ja Morant aren’t a secret anymore. It’s surprising how they survived the February 5 trade deadline.

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The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

The 'Masters runners-up since 2000' quiz

The 'NBA top-seed top-scorers' quiz

The 'Three blocks-per-game NBA seasons' quiz

Memphis Grizzlies News / Sneakers on SI / April 8

The Nike Ja 3 x Jurassic Park Pack Drops Friday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant has had a forgettable season. However, his signature Nike sneaker line has never been stronger. The Nike Ja 3 has been a smash hit, dropping in countless exciting colorways.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 7

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant Trade Talks Fell Apart Over One Unexpected Player

The Memphis Grizzlies and the Milwaukee Bucks almost made a trade. According to Shams Charania, Memphis explored sending Ja Morant to the Milwaukee Bucks before the deadline.

Adama Bal News / Hoops Rumors / April 7

Grizzlies Re-Sign Adama Bal To Hardship Deal

The Grizzlies have re-signed forward Adama Bal following the expiration of his first 10-day contract on Monday night, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 7

Record shooting night can't help Grizzlies break losing streak

No NBA team has ever made more three-pointers in a game than the Memphis Grizzlies did Monday night. Unlike the other teams that sank 27 or more threes, the Grizzlies couldn't win the game.

Knicks' Jalen Brunson takes over late to down Hawks

Hawks' Nickeil Alexander-Walker shows why he's Most Improved Player vs. Knicks

Latest Cade Cunningham update signals good news for Pistons

Giannis Antetokounmpo has made a clear statement to the Bucks

The '2015-16 Cleveland Cavaliers' quiz

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 6

Cavs wipe out deficit, extend surge with win over Grizzlies

The Cleveland Cavaliers overcame a 17-point first-half deficit to defeat the host Memphis Grizzlies 142-126 Monday night and secure the 14th 50-win season in franchise history.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9

Notable coach emerges as Doc Rivers’ possible replacement in Milwaukee

The Milwaukee Bucks may already have their succession plan in place for Doc Rivers.

Doc Rivers future with the Bucks uncertain as front office eye potential successor

Bucks accused of blowing off Giannis Antetokounmpo’s trade requests

Giannis Antetokounmpo has made a clear statement to the Bucks

The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Hoops Rumors / April 3

Caldwell-Pope Expected To Exercise $21.6MM Option

Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is expected to exercise his $21.6MM option for the 2026-27 season, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype reports (Twitter link).

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / April 3