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Ja Morant Makes Big Decision Before Next NBA Contract Negotiations

The Memphis Grizzlies found one of the most exciting stars in the NBA with Ja Morant, and ideally, the franchise keeps him around for as long as possible.

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Scottie Pippen Remains Away From Family on Special Day While Heartfelt Messages Pour In

Robbin to Michael Jordan’s Bulls team turns 60 today. The new generation of fans remembers Scottie Pippen for his ever-changing stance on The Last Dance documentary and his relationship with MJ.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 25

Ja Morant Named Among NBA Stars Who Could Get Traded

After the Memphis Grizzlies traded away star guard Desmond Bane, there were serious questions about what direction the franchise was heading. In return for Bane, the Grizzlies acquired four unprotected first-round picks and a pick swap, so many were wondering if they were planning to blow it up and focus on the future.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / September 25

Grizzlies Offseason Addition Brings Championship Pedigree

This offseason, the Memphis Grizzlies acquired Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, a 32-year-old shooting guard with two NBA championship rings. While his offensive numbers dipped in his brief stint with the Orlando Magic, Caldwell-Pope adds value to the team.

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How many of the 30 NBA head coaches at the start of the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / September 24

Back in Black: Grizzlies Mark 25th Anniversary with Classic Jerseys

The Memphis Grizzlies are going back to their roots for a milestone celebration. As the franchise marks its 25th season in the Bluff City, the team is bringing back the bold black uniforms that first turned heads during the 2001–02 campaign, its inaugural season in Memphis.

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The 20 best current NBA players over the age of 35

Be sure to appreciate the final years of the following players' careers because what they're doing at this age isn't normal.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hardwood Heroics / September 23

'It’s Really Positionless' – Former Memphis Grizzlies Star Makes Observation About the Modern NBA

Positionless basketball has been around the NBA for some time. While some teams continue to search for the ideal recipe, it has assisted the majority of teams in winning titles.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 23

Grizzlies Announce Signing of 6-Foot-8 Standout Defender

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a surprisingly productive 2025 offseason, looking to bounce back from their first-round playoff exit last season. With the start of training camp just a week away, the Grizzlies are getting a better idea of what their roster will look like heading into the 2025-26 season, but they still have some decisions to make.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA Analysis Network / September 21

Memphis Grizzlies’ biggest changes for 2025-26 NBA season, including trading Desmond Bane

It’s hard to predict where the Memphis Grizzlies could end up with their current roster. Despite finishing the 2024-25 NBA season with a 48-34 record, the Memphis Grizzlies faced a first-round exit during the playoffs.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / September 21

NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Rockets, Nets, draft

The Grizzlies made what ESPN’s Jeremy Woo calls a “measured” decision this offseason — trading away Desmond Bane to Orlando in exchange for a haul of draft picks.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / September 21

Grizzlies Rookie Has Been ‘Letting The Wolves Out’

Even if the Memphis Grizzlies still feel like they’re good in the West, they aren’t going to be hibernating this winter. The fact of the matter is that they haven’t been able to get past the first round of the NBA Playoffs since 2022.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 21

Grizzlies Receive Encouraging Injury News on 6-Foot-6 Forward

The Memphis Grizzlies this past season finished as the eighth seed in the Western Conference. They made it out of the play-in tournament but lost in the first round to the eventual champion, the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 20

1 Grizzlies player in danger of losing starting job in 2025-26 training camp

The Memphis Grizzlies finished with a 48-34 record a season ago, placing them eighth in the Western Conference where they would eventually beating the Dallas Mavericks during the Play-In Tournament to earn a Playoffs berth.

Cedric Coward News / Hoops Rumors / September 20

Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward's status is revealed

A partially torn rotator cuff limited Coward to six games at Washington State last season.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 20

3 Realistic Trade Targets For The Memphis Grizzlies This Season

The Memphis Grizzlies will enter the 2025-26 season with a slightly different roster, along with former interim coach Toumas Iisalo beginning his tenure as the franchise's new head coach.

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Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 20

Ja Morant’s Nike ‘Ja 3’ Is Taking Over the WNBA

It's no secret that Ja Morant has one of the hottest basketball sneakers of the decade so far with the Nike Ja 3, which had a widespread retail release last month.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 20

Why Robert Pera’s Grizzlies can be financially aggressive over next 5 seasons

Small-market NBA team cycles are often the same: develop talent, enjoy a brief contention window, and then watch as financial realities force a rebuild.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 18

Two NBA Trade Target for Memphis Grizzlies to Address Injury Concerns

The Memphis Grizzlies undoubtedly have the talent to compete in the Western Conference, led by a star duo of Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., but their X-factor is their health.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hardwood Heroics / September 17

'I’m Progressing the Right Way' – Memphis Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson Jr. Drops Important Update After Toe Surgery

Jaren Jackson Jr. could likely have enough time to prepare for the team’s preseason camp ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, as the Memphis Grizzlies star seems to be doing well with his rehab.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Athlon Sports / September 17

3 Players the Memphis Grizzlies Could Target in a Trade During 2025-26 NBA Season

The Memphis Grizzlies put together a solid season last year that saw them finish eighth in the Western Conference standings, though they were unable to make it out of the first round as they got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Vince Williams News / Last Word On Sports / September 17

Vince Williams Jr. Aims to Restore the Grit in Memphis

When the Memphis Grizzlies selected Vince Williams Jr. with the 47th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, the move barely registered on the national radar.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 16

3 Memphis Grizzlies trade targets to keep an eye on in 2025-26 NBA season

The Memphis Grizzlies enter the 2025-26 NBA season at a crossroads. After two years defined by injuries, suspensions, and roster turbulence, this year feels like a genuine reset.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA Draft on SI / September 15

Which 2026 NBA Draft Prospect Could be Best for Grizzlies?

The 2026 NBA Draft is set to be one of the strongest in some time, offering top talents like Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa and Cameron Boozer. With as many as three No.

Ja Morant News / Fadeaway World / September 10

Ja Morant Reveals Why He Doesn't Like Instagram

Ja Morant is still getting flashbacks of the moment that nearly ruined his NBA career. Speaking in a recent live stream, the Memphis Grizzlies star explained why he doesn't rock with Instagram anymore, or social media in general.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Athlon Sports / September 8

3 Potential Memphis Grizzlies Trade Candidates Entering the 2025-26 NBA Season

After finishing with one of the worst records in the NBA the season prior, the Memphis Grizzlies were able to bounce back last season as they finished eighth in the Western Conference.

Zach Edey News / Hoops Wire / August 30

Bodycam footage shows officer lecturing Grizzlies’ Zach Edey after 101-mph stop

Grizzlies center Zach Edey was caught on police body camera being sternly lectured after driving more than 100 miles per hour in Indiana. The stop occurred in May in Tippecanoe County, where Edey told the officer he was on his way to Purdue, his alma mater.