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Grizzlies’ No. 3 pick puts focus back on Ja Morant

The Grizzlies got a lift on lottery day. Memphis secured the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 draft, giving the franchise a chance to add a high-end prospect after a couple of uneven seasons.

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What the surprising 2026 NBA Draft Lottery results mean for Memphis Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies received the third overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery. This is the seventh time in franchise history it will pick in the top three.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 10

Memphis Grizzlies 2026 draft lottery primer

For the second time in the past three seasons, the NBA Draft Lottery is what Grizzlies fans are looking most forward to post-trade deadline. Memphis finished 25-57, which was the sixth-worst record in the NBA.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Pro Sports / May 9

Stephen A. Smith Absolutely Unloads on Ja Morant With Brutal Rant About His NBA Future

Now we all know that Ja Morant’s 2025-26 season has been more grind than glow. The Memphis Grizzlies guard hasn’t looked like the same unstoppable force who once took over highlights nightly.

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The 'Active playoff scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 1,500 points in the NBA Playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 8

Can the Grizzlies rely on Zach Edey to be a franchise cornerstone?

When the Grizzlies traded Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz on Feb. 3, it was clear the organization was turning the page on an era that never got the chance to fully get underway.

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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 / May 7

Ways the 2026 NBA Lottery can Change the Memphis Grizzlies’ Direction

The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is this Sunday, May 10. Grizzlies’ fans will be looking at the lottery balls with anticipation as the possible direction of the next era of Grizzlies basketball will be decided.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 7

Memphis Grizzlies Draft Lottery Outcomes, Ranked by Probability and Targets

The Memphis Grizzlies enter the NBA Draft Lottery in a position where movement is realistic, but the most likely outcome still keeps them in the middle of the board.

Zach Kleiman News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 5

Three personnel changes Zach Kleiman must make this offseason

The Memphis Grizzlies are entering an extremely pivotal offseason. There’s the dark cloud of the Ja Morant situation still floating over the franchise, waiting to play out, plus an upcoming lottery pick that is “must-hit” for the franchise.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 4

Three players the Grizzlies could trade other than Ja Morant

The Grizzlies are headed into their first offseason of a rebuild under general manager Zach Kleiman, and several possible moves could be on the table. Memphis has a chance to take advantage of an exploding market for quality role players due to apron restrictions in the NBA salary landscape.

Ja Morant News / Kicks on SI / May 1

The Nike Ja 3 'Uncle Phil' Delivers Fresh '90s Energy

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has the most exciting signature sneaker line among active NBA players. Morant's third Nike basketball shoe has been a revelation.

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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.

Cedric Coward News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / May 1

Cedric Coward's Award Recognition Caps Off A Productive Rookie Season

Cedric Coward finished his rookie season averaging a respectable stat line of 13.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game while shooting 47.1% from the field.

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Ja Morant News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30

Grizzlies get good news on Ja Morant

There may finally be a light at the end of the tunnel for the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are expected to find a “wider trade market” for their disgruntled star point guard Ja Morant this offseason, veteran NBA writer Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Thursday.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / April 30

Grizzlies expected to find wider trade market for Ja Morant this summer

The market for Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant may look a little different this time around. After finding limited outside interest ahead of the trade deadline, Memphis is expected to revisit trade talks this summer, with a belief around the league that a broader market could develop, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 28

Former Grizzlies Thriving in Playoffs.... Elsewhere

A lot was made of Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. pulling up to Orlando to watch their former Memphis Grizzlies teammate, Desmond Bane, play against the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27

Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Desmond Bane is no longer a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. But playing in front of former teammates Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson, Jr., Bane was the star in a "grit-n-grind" style game, complete with bleeding arms.

Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4

Cavaliers' cold backcourt could help Raptors pull off playoff upset

NBA cites seven missed calls in final minutes of Cavs’ loss to Raptors

Heat's big changes won't include Pat Riley or Bam Adebayo

Desmond Bane News / Yardbarker / April 27

Desmond Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

As the Orlando Magic are on the verge of knocking off the Eastern Conference's top seed in the first round, they're benefiting from exactly what they were missing in the playoffs one year ago. Desmond Bane, 27, who the Magic acquired in a summer trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, has proven to be the difference-maker against the Detroit Pistons.

Magic silence Pistons late to take 3-1 series edge

Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4 vs. Magic

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / April 26

Three Grizzlies Who Could Be Elsewhere Next Season

The Memphis Grizzlies have stalled out , and if they’re being honest with themselves, the smartest path forward might be a full reset. That means making tough decisions and prioritizing long-term flexibility over short-term competitiveness.

Ja Morant News / Ball Exclusives / April 24

Ja Morant reveals new Nike Ja 4 signature shoe

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has become a fan-favorite when it comes to signature shoes. His shoe line with Nike has quickly become beloved. He turned heads on Friday when he revealed the newest addition on social media, the Nike Ja 4.

Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 24

How Grizzlies can max Ja Morant’s value with Bucks, Heat

Every offseason is often defined by the “big swing” in free agency that reshapes the next NBA Finals odds. LeBron James and Kevin Durant have alternated winning that war for most of the last decade.

Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 23

Grizzlies eyeing 6 teams to drive up Ja Morant trade market

With the hiring of Taylor Jenkins, the Milwaukee Bucks made their second-most important decision of the offseason. Now they just have to figure out the gigantic Giannis Antetokounmpo situation.

Adam Silver News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 22

Draymond Green won’t like Adam Silver’s Grizzlies relocation revelation

Recently, the Memphis Grizzlies found themselves at the center of attention in the basketball world for all the wrong reasons, when numerous high profile NBA players, including Draymond Green and LeBron James, suggested the team relocate from Memphis.

Lucas Williamson News / Hoops Rumors / April 10