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Grizzlies blow past Trail Blazers, 119-96

Santi Aldama scored 22 points, while Jaylen Wells and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 17 each as the Memphis Grizzlies built a commanding first-half lead and rolled to a 119-96 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night.

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Desmond Bane Says Ja Morant Is Not Who The Media Portrays Him To Be; Explains How He Can Bounce Back

Ja Morant has found himself at the center of speculation amid his seemingly growing rift with the Grizzlies franchise. Amid all the trade rumors that have surfaced now, a former teammate made sure to give some words of reassurance to the superstar in Memphis.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 8

Memphis Grizzlies look strong, but is their success sustainable?

The Memphis Grizzlies have won five of their last six games and are starting to show a little bit of progress this season. More help is coming as the Grizzlies should be getting All-Star point guard Ja Morant back in the fold as he recovers from his injury.

Santi Aldama News / Total Apex Sports / December 8

Aldama shines as Grizzlies survive third-quarter scare to rout Trail Blazers 119-96

In the NBA, a 20-point halftime lead is often described as the most dangerous margin in the game. On Sunday night, the Memphis Grizzlies stared down that exact scenario, watching a dominant first half nearly evaporate before finding the accelerator again to secure a 119-96 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / December 7

Ja Morant linked to a new playoff contender in trade rumors

Ja Morant may be getting a lifeline from the ultimate reclamation project destination. The Miami Heat have had internal discussions about potentially trading for the Memphis Grizzlies star Morant, veteran NBA writer Jake Fischer reported to Substack on Sunday.

Jaylen Wells News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 7

Wells, bench brigade lead another Grizzlies victory

Lately, things don't really get started for the Memphis Grizzlies until they go to their bench. Memphis improved to 11-13 on the season with its seventh victory in 10 games, routing the Blazers 119-96, and doing it with huge contributions again from the reserves.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 7

East Team Explored Ja Morant Trade Fit Before Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors Surfaced – 'Already Shaping Into a Surprising Buyer'

There’s a belief that Ja Morant‘s days with the Memphis Grizzlies are numbered. Earlier in the 2025-26 NBA season, Morant and the Grizzlies took center stage due to a reported rift.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / December 7

Grizzlies' bench, defense key to victory over Blazers

Santi Aldama came off the bench to score 22 points and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Jaylen Wells added 16 apiece to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 119-96 victory Sunday over the visiting Portland Trail Blazers.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 7

The wait continues for the Grizzlies' point guard

There was a sliver of hope, but the payoff will need to wait. Ja Morant, who has been healing from a calf injury for more than two weeks, was upgraded to doubtful the day before he Memphis Grizzlies hosted the Portland Trail Blazers, but then was later made inactive.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 6

Memphis Grizzlies provide encouraging update on Ja Morant's status

There’s a chance Ja Morant returns for Sunday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, but he was listed as ‘doubtful’ on the first injury reports that

Cam Spencer News / Field Level Media / December 6

Cam Spencer stepping up for Grizzlies while Blazers flounder

The rash of injuries at the point guard position has created an opportunity for Memphis Grizzlies reserve Cam Spencer. As the Grizzlies prepare for a visit

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 6

Desmond Bane shares what Ja Morant is really like as a teammate, claims media portrays him negatively

Desmond Bane tried to defend Ja Morant from the scathing criticisms he has faced over the last few months by sharing a personal story. Ja Morant has gone from one of the NBA’s most exciting prospects to one of the most polarizing stars in just a few years.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 6

Second-round guard comes up big again in Grizzlies win

Nothing is more valuable in the modern NBA game than consistent, efficient shooting. Especially if it comes at a cheap price, from an unexpected source.

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Zach Edey-led 'Grit and Grind' rebirth taking shape for Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies are in a state of flux. That’s nothing new in the NBA. Half the league is either in turmoil or rebuilding on the run. Having abruptly

Kawhi Leonard News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 5

The need to slow down Kawhi Leonard on Friday night in Memphis

Slowly and surely, the Memphis Grizzlies are gaining ground. Despite being five games out of sixth seed to bypass the Play-In tournament, they are tied for ninth in the West Standings.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 5

Which team is biggest threat to push the Grizzlies out of Play-In?

For about 30 years, the NBA's Western Conference, on the aggregate, has been stronger than the East in the regular season. The West has typically been as deep as 10 or 11 teams that crossed the 40-win threshold, whereas only six to eight would get there in the East.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 5

Memphis Grizzlies-L.A. Clippers Preview: Injury Info, Betting Lines, Lineups & More

Although Ja Morant is closing in on a return, being listed as ‘out’ on the official NBA Injury Report means his return will almost certainly be delayed for at least another game.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 5

NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Magic, Paolo Banchero, Knicks

Ja Morant is inching closer, even if he is not quite there yet. The Grizzlies star has been out since November 15 with a right calf strain, but he has begun participating in drills, head coach Tuomas Iisalo said, via Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

Why Tuomas Iisalo’s Grizzlies are easing into Jaren Jackson Jr., Zach Edey ‘ecosystem’

For the Memphis Grizzlies, the process of integrating two-time All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr. with second-year center Zach Edey is viewed not as a puzzle but as a necessary investment.

Jaylen Wells News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

How Grizzlies got Jaylen Wells into a ‘team collective’ groove in Year 2

Building on a promising rookie year is always tough; no one is going to be taken by surprise in Year 2 after all. Responsibilities and burdens change, meaning second-round players on a rookie deal really have to adapt.

Zach Edey News / Field Level Media / December 4

Zach Edey thriving, Grizzlies rising with woeful Clippers up next

The Memphis Grizzlies are benefitting from second-year big man Zach Edey's recent return from offseason ankle surgery, a return that has seen him play with a renewed confidence.

Jaylen Wells News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

What Grizzlies’ Jaylen Wells found ‘hilarious’ amid 1000-point achievement

Few moments in an NBA player’s career crystallize the payoff of relentless work and collective trust quite like a major scoring milestone. While Jaylen Wells has not been immune to the fits and starts slowing down the Memphis Grizzlies this season, the second-year swingman did cross the 1000-point threshold before Thanksgiving dinners went cold.