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As season slips away, Grizzlies must contain LaMelo Ball

The Memphis Grizzlies keep stacking days in the wrong direction, and could be overtaken by the Charlotte Hornets for the 22nd-best league record with a loss against them on Wednesday.

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Bill Simmons believes Ja Morant would thrive with the Bulls

The future of Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is up in the air as the trade deadline closes in. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, the Chicago Bulls have been among the teams frequently mentioned as potential landing spots for Morant.

Jayson Tatum News / HITC / January 28

Jayson Tatum makes disrespectful claim about possibly playing for Memphis Grizzlies

Jayson Tatum has sparked a reaction after making a pointed comparison between the standards of the Boston Celtics and the Memphis Grizzlies. Jayson Tatum discussed the pressure of playing in Boston during a recent podcast appearance, where he reflected on how expectations differ across NBA franchises.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / January 28

Memphis Grizzlies-Charlotte Hornets Preview, Injury Report, Betting Lines, Lineups & More

Game date, time and location: Wednesday, Jan. 28, 7:00 p.m. CST, FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee TV: FanDuel Sports Network Southeast (Memphis), FanDuel

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 27

'Would Have a Statue': Jayson Tatum Makes Stunning Claim About Grizzlies, Puts Ja Morant to Shame

The Boston Celtics own 18 NBA titles. A team with such history and legacy has produced not one but endless legends. One could say that the Celtics have given players who have shaped the game of basketball.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / January 27

League perception on Grizzlies’ Ja Morant ‘has cooled’ ahead of deadline

The Grizzlies are inching toward a franchise-defining decision, and Ja Morant sits at the center of it. As ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Jan. 9, Memphis has begun exploring trade possibilities involving the two-time All-Star.

Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 27

Ja Morant trade speculation for Pelicans gets dunked on by Marc Stein

As the NBA trade deadline approaches with nine days remaining until Feb. 5, speculation surrounding Ja Morant continues to swirl. One rumored destination, however, appears firmly off the table.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Grizzlies Trade Conversations Will Extend Past Deadline, If Needed

To this point, half a dozen teams are regarded as potential destinations for Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant if he is traded. However, there’s been tepid interest from most of those franchises, including the Miami Heat.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / January 26

Grizzlies blow another big lead against the Houston Rockets

The Memphis Grizzlies once again built up a double-digit lead against an opponent. And once again, the Grizzlies blew the lead as they lost to the Houston Rockets.

Ja Morant News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26

Grizzlies' Ja Morant still has one team interested in trading for him

Ja Morant may be down to his final interested trade suitor. The Brooklyn Nets are one of the last teams “truly interested” in potentially trading for the Memphis Grizzlies star guard Morant, Grizzlies beat writer Chris Dodson of ClutchPoints reported on Monday.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / January 26

The Grizzlies are well represented in NBA Rising Stars game

It is no doubt that the Grizzlies season has been disappointing, and it appears an era is nearing an end in Memphis. With Ja Morant likely gone and Jaren Jackson Jr.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / January 26

Grizzlies talking Ja Morant trade, just not with Pelicans

The Grizzlies may be open for business on Ja Morant. Just not with New Orleans. According to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Memphis and the Pelicans are not engaged in Morant trade talks.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Pro Sports / January 26

Memphis Grizzlies’ Career-High Forward Draws Serious Interest Ahead of Deadline

Basketball fans have witnessed several jaw-dropping trades this season. Notably, Trae Young’s move to the Washington Wizards is a prime example. With the trade deadline fast approaching, anticipation is building for even more shocking deals across the league.

Amen Thompson News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / January 26

The need for Grizzlies to key in on Amen Thompson against the Rockets

The Memphis Grizzlies have a tough task, visiting the Rockets in Houston. The former didn’t play its scheduled Sunday game against the Denver Nuggets because of the inclement weather conditions in Memphis.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 25

Weather causes postponement of Nuggets-Grizzlies game

The Sunday afternoon contest between the Denver Nuggets and Memphis Grizzlies was postponed due to inclement weather in the Memphis area. The area was hit hard by a winter storm that delivered plenty of snow and ice and made driving treacherous.

Charles Bassey News / Hoops Rumors / January 24

Sixers Signing Charles Bassey To 10-Day Contract

Charles Bassey will sign a 10-day contract with the Sixers, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The move will give Philadelphia 15 players on standard contracts and will enable the team to continue using two-way players Dominick Barlow and Jabari Walker.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 24

Injuries loom large as Grizzlies face Nuggets

The Memphis Grizzlies once again will be in search of a playmaker when they play host to the Denver Nuggets on Sunday. Grizzlies star Ja Morant has been limited by a variety of injuries and has played in only 20 of the team's 43 games.