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NBA Players React to Jaren Jackson Jr's New Instagram Post

The Memphis Grizzlies have undergone a massive NBA offseason, with the major change being their trade of Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and five first-round picks.

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Exclusive: How Tuomas Iisalo’s Grizzlies are rebooting Grit and Grind culture

Zach Kleiman’s Memphis Grizzlies are entering uncharted territory under new head coach Tuomas Iisalo, but the Finnish tactician is not abandoning the franchise’s Grit-and-Grind DNA.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

The Grizzlies Strengths and Concerns for the 2025-26 NBA Season

The Memphis Grizzlies head into the 2025-26 NBA season with an intriguing mix of star power, proven veterans, and young talent. While injuries to key players loom large, the team’s depth chart offers a clear picture of both the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hardwood Heroics / August 12

'People are Definitely Sleeping on Us' – Memphis Grizzlies Guard Predicts Huge Year for the Team in 2025-26

Scotty Pippen Jr. recently suggested that the fans and analysts are sleeping on his Memphis Grizzlies, giving him motivation ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / August 11

Scotty Pippen Jr. Makes Bold Proclamation on Upcoming NBA Season

Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. is coming off his first season of extended NBA action after cutting his teeth in the G-League for the majority of the previous two seasons as an undrafted player in the 2022 NBA Draft.

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The 25 worst contracts in the NBA for 2025-26

Not every player on here is bad or overrated - rather, the contract is one that is currently or has the chance to be a cap killer moving forward.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 11

3 way-too-early Memphis Grizzlies trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Memphis Grizzlies enter the 2025-26 NBA season in an unusual position: not rebuilding, not fully contending, but trying to retool on the fly. The blockbuster

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / August 10

NBA Fans Send Love to Ja Morant on Sunday

The Memphis Grizzlies have been trying to build around Ja Morant for the past six seasons, since the franchise drafted him second overall in 2019. Of course, the Grizzlies have seen some success, reaching 56 wins and a second-round playoff appearance in the 2021-22 season, and followed it up with a 51-win 2022-23 campaign.

Memphis Grizzlies News / The SportsRush / August 10

Kevin Garnett Hints At Major Offseason For Jaren Jackson Jr With Newly Released Image

As a big man, there is one sure-fire way to get your fanbase hyped in the offseason, and it is to work out with Kevin Garnett. We saw the expectations rise for the San Antonio Spurs loyalists when Victor Wembanyama was spotted with KG, and now Memphis Grizzlies loyalists are going through the same emotions, as Jaren Jackson Jr.

Richard Jefferson News / Fadeaway World / August 10

Richard Jefferson Explains Why Memphis Can Be A 'Different Energy' For NBA Players

Richard Jefferson is shedding light on what it can be like for NBA players adjusting to life in Memphis, highlighting cultural differences and certain

Ja Morant News / Sneakers on SI / August 9

The Nike Ja 3 Gets Mixed Reviews — Here's What Experts Say

Ever since Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant debuted his third signature sneaker in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, athletes and fans have clamored to get their hands on the new model.

Zach Edey News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / August 9

Zach Edey's Former Coach Makes Bold NBA All-Star Statement

The Memphis Grizzlies had one of the best 2024 NBA Draft outcomes imaginable. With the ninth overall pick, the Grizzlies took 7-foot-4 phenom Zach Edey, and with the 39th pick, they selected defensive-minded wing Jaylen Wells, and both standouts made All-Rookie First Team last season.

Paolo Banchero News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / August 9

Paolo Banchero Reacts to Grizzlies-Magic Trade for $197 Million Star

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a much different offseason than many were expecting, starting things off with the first huge trade of the summer. In early June, the Grizzlies traded star guard Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic in a huge deal that gives both teams a boost.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / The SportsRush / August 9

'Didn’t Know What to Do': Jaren Jackson Jr. Breaks Silence on Desmond Bane Trade

As far as trades go, Desmond Bane leaving the Grizzlies for the Magic wasn’t necessarily earth-shattering news. But, when we take a look at the overall impact it had on the team, it’s safe to say a lot of players in Memphis were left shaken.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / August 6

Jaren Jackson Jr. Gets Paired With LaMelo Ball on Disrespectful NBA List

There is constant debate around the NBA about which player is better than which, an argument that is typically fueled by recency bias. Players such as Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Williams, who had strong postseason runs, are typically placed higher than they should be due to their recent performances.

Ja Morant News / Hardwood Heroics / August 6

'This is By Far the Happiest I Have Seen Him' – Memphis Grizzlies Insider’s Latest Ja Morant Take Should Have Fans Excited

Memphis Grizzlies insider Chris Vernon has a hunch that Ja Morant could be in for a big year in 2025-26 because he is in a much better headspace than he was in the past few months.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / August 5

NBA Superstar Ja Morant's New Nike Shoe Sells Out in 30 Minutes

It took all but 30 minutes for Ja Morant's next signature sneaker to sell out. The Memphis Grizzlies star, in collaboration with Nike, released the "Ja 3" Tuesday morning after releasing the "Ja 2" leading up to training camp last season.

Zach Edey News / Last Word On Sports / August 5

Zach Edey’s Recovery Timeline and What it Means for the Grizzlies

Memphis Grizzlies rookie center Zach Edey underwent surgery in June 2025 to repair and stabilize a re-sprained left ankle suffered during an offseason workout.

Ja Morant News / The SportsRush / August 5

Ja Morant Is The Happiest He’s Been In 4 Years, Says Grizzlies Insider

What’s on the bingo card for Memphis Grizzlies fans heading into the 2025/26 season? A Ja Morant resurgence for sure. He’s had a rough couple of years, whether it was his relentless partying or his display of firearms.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 3

1 final move Memphis Grizzlies must make to complete 2025 NBA offseason

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a very interesting offseason. Coming off a disappointing 2024-25 season in which they fell off towards the end of the season

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 30

Grizzlies, Magic to play in Berlin, London in January

The Grizzlies and Magic will play regular season games in Berlin on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, and London on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, according to an NBA press release.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19

Wizards keep accumulating assets but still lack direction

The Marcus Smart era in Washington is over. His brief time with the Washington Wizards delivered a first-round pick, but it's still hard to see where the franchise is heading.

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