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The Memphis Grizzlies won their second straight game on Sunday night to move to 11-13 on the season. The Grizzlies defeated the Portland Trail Blazers, 119-96, and they had defeated the Los Angeles Clippers, 107-98, on Friday.

Memphis Grizzlies 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.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / December 4

Jaylen Wells is finding his two-way groove

After a so-so start to the season, Jaylen Wells is finding his groove, showing off his two-way game as an impactful defender, decision-maker, and shotmaker.

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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 / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / November 28

Is the Grizzlies' lead guard close to return?

The Memphis Grizzlies have been getting by of late without Ja Morant. Vince Williams Jr. has been an assist machine, and Zach Edey's return has changed the Grizzlies' defensive dynamic.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / September 4

Evaluating the Top Three Second-Round NBA Draft Picks of the 2020s

Perhaps now more than ever, the NBA has shown the importance of nailing second-round draft picks, as many have played instrumental roles on competing rosters.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 29

Why Grizzlies believe Jaylen Wells can replace Desmond Bane immediately

A franchise cornerstone suddenly departing is often met with uncertainty and angst. When the Memphis Grizzlies traded Desmond Bane, a homegrown star and

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Grizzlies’ Jackson and Wells Are For Real

As the Memphis Grizzlies transitioned from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas for the NBA Summer League, two emerging names are making waves: GG Jackson and Jaylen Wells.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / July 11

Jaylen Wells Reveals Impact of Desmond Bane Trade

The Memphis Grizzlies will have a new look to them next season, in large part due to their trading away of Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. However, there's plenty of talent on the wings for Memphis, and the NBA Summer League is an opportunity for those players to shine.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / July 8

Key Grizzlies Player Breaks Silence on Unexpected Offseason Decision

The Memphis Grizzlies fell short in the 2024-25 season with a first-round loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs, but much of their shortcoming can be attributed to injuries.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / July 6

First Team All-Rookie Member Returns To Court After Scary Injury

The Memphis Grizzlies had two players named to the 2024-25 All-Rookie First Team. One of those was center Zach Edey. He wasn’t all that unexpected being he was a two-time Player of the Year in college and selected ninth overall in 2024.

NBA News / SuperWest Sports / July 5

2025 NBA Rookie Profiles for Players Drafted from the West

We’re in the thick of the 2025 NBA offseason, and to say this has been one of the wildest offseasons ever would be an understatement. Kevin Durant is now a Houston Rocket, Damian Lillard got waived by the Bucks, and LeBron James’ name has been involved in multiple trade rumors.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Grizzlies React to Zach Edey, Jaylen Wells Announcement on Tuesday

The Memphis Grizzlies featured two of the NBA's most impressive rookies throughout the 2024-25 season. Two-time National Player of the Year Zach Edey landed with the Grizzlies as the No.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / May 20

Wizards, Grizzlies Land Two Players Apiece on NBA All-Rookie Teams

The Memphis Grizzlies and Washington Wizards' seasons may be over, but both teams have plenty to look forward to. On Tuesday, the NBA revealed its 2024-25 All-Rookie teams, highlighting the 10 best first-year players in the NBA as voted on by a "global media panel of 100 voters".

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA Analysis Network / May 7

Grizzlies rookie Jaylen Wells addresses trade rumors and Ja Morant’s role with the team moving forward

The Memphis Grizzlies are expected to pursue some drastic offseason moves, but Jaylen Wells thinks shaking things up is unnecessary. After getting swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs, the Memphis Grizzlies are expected to explore some drastic offseason moves.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / April 11

Grizzlies F Jaylen Wells likely done for year following scary fall

Memphis Grizzlies rookie forward Jaylen Wells, who took a hard fall and had to be stretchered off the court Tuesday, is likely to miss the rest of the season.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11

Full injury diagnosis for Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells revealed

Jaylen Wells is dealing with significant injuries as a result of his nasty fall on Tuesday night.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / April 11

Grizzlies’ Jaylen Wells expected to miss rest of season

The Grizzlies have issued a medical update on Jaylen Wells, announcing (via Twitter) that the 21-year-old is “likely” to miss the rest of the 2024/25 season after sustaining a fractured right wrist on Tuesday in Charlotte.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / April 9

Grizzlies’ Jaylen Wells discharged from hospital

Memphis Grizzlies rookie forward Jaylen Wells has been discharged from a Charlotte-area hospital after being stretchered off the floor following a hard fall in Tuesday night's game, his agent told ESPN on Wednesday.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9

Grizzlies rookie's injury status revealed after scary fall

Despite his status as a second-round pick, he has become a full-time starter and is averaging 10.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game on the season.

Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells taken off on stretcher after scary fall

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9

Jaylen Wells’ dad shares update after son was stretchered out of Grizzlies-Hornets game

Memphis Grizzlies fans were able to let out a collective sigh of relief following updates from Jaylen Wells and his dad on social media. On Tuesday night, Wells suffered a scary-looking injury during the Grizzlies’ game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / April 8

Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells stretchered off after face-first fall

Memphis Grizzlies rookie forward Jaylen Wells left the court on a stretcher Tuesday in Charlotte after he fell face-first to the floor following a foul while completing a second-quarter dunk.