Memphis Grizzlies
Grizzlies Exploring Rudy Gay Trade Options?
In the last couple weeks the Memphis Grizzlies’ elite defense has taken a step back, their already unimpressive offense has done the same, and they haven’t looked like much of a threat. But you look... »Read More
Will Grizzlies Add Player to 13-Man Roster?
The Grizzlies front office isn’t actively seeking to sign a swingman, even though there are two openings on the team’s 13-man roster. Memphis’ new ownership is a bit skittish about adding to its roughly... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Nine
The L.A. Clippers didn't lose a game the entire month of December to climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings for week nine. »Read More
Grizzlies’ Pondexter Out With Sprained MCL
Memphis Grizzlies’ reserve forward Quincy Pondexter will be out indefinitely with a grade II sprain of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) in his left knee, team doctors determined Sunday morning. The diagnosis came after Pondexter underwent... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Eight
The Oklahoma City Thunder hold the top spot in the NBA Power Rankings by a fine margin over the surging L.A. Clippers. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Seven
The Oklahoma City Thunder have rolled off 10-straight victories to climb to best in the NBA. The NBA Power Rankings at seven weeks in. »Read More
Grizzlies GM Safe with Hollinger Hire?
John Hollinger, a fixture of ESPN.com’s coverage of the NBA for the past eight seasons and one of the leaders in basketball’s rising statistical analysis movement in the past decade, is leaving his role... »Read More
Conley Having Breakout Year for Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies have been one of best teams in the league through the first six weeks of the 2012-13 season. They’re currently 14-5, hold the third seed in the Western Conference and have... »Read More
Mike Bibby Works out for Grizzlies
The Lakers aren’t the only Western Conference team looking for help at the point guard position. According to two people with knowledge of the situation, the Memphis Grizzlies are working out veteran point guard... »Read More
NBA AM: Nuggets Struggling, But Won’t Panic
The Nuggets are struggling, sitting at .500, when most expected the team to be title contenders in 2013. But the squad won’t panic. »Read More
Grizzlies Not Satisfied with Early Success
The list of what is going right for the Grizzlies is much longer than the “things to-do” column. So it should come as no surprise that coach Lionel Hollins quickly and methodically broke down... »Read More
Grading the NBA’s Southwest Division
Part two in a six part series, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at one of the most brutal divisions in basketball: the NBA Southwest. »Read More
NBA AM: Same Story With Andrew Bynum
76ers big man Andrew Bynum continues to say the same thing about his return... Rudy Gay is finding his groove in Memphis... Two struggling coaches get the "Vote of Confidence"... Hansbrough In, DJ Agustin... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week Six
The San Antonio Spurs climb back on top of the NBA Power Rankings, six weeks into the season. »Read More
NBA AM: The Grizzlies Have Grown Up
The Memphis Grizzlies are a serious contender mainly because of their continuity and maturity, something they gained the hard way... The Hornets could get an early Christmas present... Whats real with Pau Gasol... NBA... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: December 6th
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the fifth week of the NBA season. »Read More
Wayne Ellington Struggling to Find Shot
One of the first shots Wayne Ellington let fly in practice came as the Grizzlies rehearsed an offensive set sans defense. The ball fell halfway through the rim, rolled around the cylinder and popped... »Read More
Hollins, Johnson Named Coaches Of Month
The Brooklyn Nets’ Avery Johnson and the Memphis Grizzlies’ Lionel Hollins today were named the NBA Eastern and Western Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in October and November. Johnson led... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week Five
The Memphis Grizzlies stay on top but the Eastern Conference has gained significantly on the West. »Read More
Rested Spurs Propel Team to Overtime Win
The $250,000 question Saturday night was how much rest might factor into an important divisional showdown between teams also jockeying for Western Conference supremacy. San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich gambled that fresh legs... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: November 29th
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP after the fourth week of the NBA season. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Four
The Memphis Grizzlies climb to the top of the NBA Power Rankings with a league-best 9-2 record. »Read More
Grizzlies’ Arthur to Make Season Debut
He’s back. Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur is expected to make his regular-season debut Friday night but insists he was ready the first time he participated in practice. Doctors and the head athletic trainer cleared... »Read More
Coach: Maturity Growth & Miami’s Conversion
Coach Macri examines how a growth in maturity has been the deciding factor for a few players and teams this season, and explains the Miami HEAT's conversion ability... »Read More
Team-by-Team Payroll Breakdown
The L.A. Lakers easily have the biggest payroll in the NBA. How do the remaining 29 teams compare? »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: November 22nd
Welcome to week three of HOOPSWORLD’s weekly MVP watch. For the third week in a row we have a new number one on our list. Familiar faces are starting to solidify their spots in... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Three
The L.A. Clippers rise to the top of the rankings, edging out the powerful Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More
NBA Sunday: What’s Wrong With The Nuggets?
The Denver Nuggets entered the season thought to be Western Conference contenders, but would miss the playoffs if they started today. »Read More
Perkins, Randolph May be Suspended
As is the NBA’s standard procedure, the league is investigating Wednesday night’s confrontation between Thunder center Kendrick Perkins and Memphis power forward Zach Randolphat Chesapeake Energy Arena.Read more: http://newsok.com/oklahoma-city-thunder-notebook-nba-investigates-confrontation-between-kendrick-perkins-zach-randolph/article/3728931#ixzz2CNss84Vc As is the NBA’s standard... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: November 15th
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the second week of the NBA season. »Read More
‘Zoo Crew’ Helping Memphis Stay Hot
Not sure if Marreese Speight’s nickname for the bench, Zoo Crew, will catch on. What the coaching staff talks about is the need to get scoring from at least two of the reserves each... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Two
The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More
Memphis Grizzlies’ ‘Zoo Crew’ No Fluke?
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the defending-champion Miami Heat on Sunday 104-86. They won because — are you ready for this? — they hit everything from the outside. They hit 14 3-pointers. (Wayne) Ellington had... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week One
The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More
NBA AM: Suns Struggling With New Pieces
The Suns are struggle to find a new identity with so many new pieces... Mo Harkless is healthy and waiting for his turn... Ty Lawson says the contract doesn't change much. »Read More
Jason Levien Named Grizzlies’ CEO
When Jason Levien entered a suite in FedExForum Sunday afternoon, he took a seat to the right of new Grizzlies owner Robert Pera. The scene was more than symbolic. Levien is indeed Pera’s right-hand... »Read More
50 NBA Predictions for 2012-13 (Part 2)
Joel Brigham makes his predictions about the postseason, rookies and potential transactions in the second half of his annual 50 NBA predictions. »Read More
Arthur Targeting December For Return
But Arthur works relentlessly on his conditioning and has targeted Dec. 1 for his return to action from the leg fracture he suffered in September. “I want to get back out there by Dec.... »Read More
Grizzlies Pick Up Quincy Pondexter Option
Griz decide to pick up 4th year option on Quincy Pondexter. via The Commercial Appeal/Twitter »Read More
50 NBA Predictions for 2012-13 (Part 1)
Joel Brigham makes his annual list of 50 predictions for the upcoming NBA season. How will he do for 2012-13? »Read More
Ranking the Western Conference
With the preseason in the books, HOOPSWORLD ranks the NBA's Western Conference teams. »Read More
Grizzlies Looking For Fast Start
When the Grizzlies limped into Houston with a 1-7 record three years ago, coach Lionel Hollins contemplated rewriting the script of a sad soap opera. The 2011-12 season began with a kick — Hollins... »Read More
Memphis Grizzlies Sale Approved
The NBA Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale of the Memphis Grizzlies to an investor group led by Robert Pera. “We are delighted that the NBA’s Board of Governors has approved Robert... »Read More
Grizzlies Still Tinkering with Rotations
Many players might see the court on any given night, though (Grizzlies coach Lionel) Hollins doesn’t sound necessarily committed to a 10-man rotation just because this is his deepest team yet. “I told the... »Read More
NBA PM: Who Survives the Cut?
NBA Teams can carry up to 15 players into the regular season. Who will make it past training camp to opening night? »Read More
Hollins Impressed With Rudy Gay
Hollins is often asked by national media about his core players, and Rudy Gay’s development continues to be a big topic. Gay, who is entering his seventh NBA season, is having arguably his best... »Read More
Marreese Speights Sheds Lazy Label?
The Grizzlies’ 6-10 power forward/center (Marreese Speights) grabbed redemption as if he were snaring a rebound in a lane congested with several big men. But Speights’ coaches and teammates keep pushing him to not... »Read More
Quincy Pondexter Embracing His Role
I want to stay focused on the details of what our team needs me to do — whether it’s guarding a Kobe (Bryant) and don’t let him catch it in certain spots or the... »Read More
2012-13 Fantasy Cheat Sheet: Top 50 Forwards
A comprehensive ranking of the Top 50 forwards in Fantasy basketball available in drafts this season… »Read More
Memphis Waives Kennedy, Famous
The Memphis Grizzlies waived forward/center Jarrid Famous and guard/forward D.J. Kennedy, Grizzlies General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announced. Neither player appeared last night in Memphis’ first preseason game, a... »Read More
Do Mavs Feature Top-Tier NBA Frontcourt?
The newly formed frontcourt of Dirk Nowitzki and Chris Kaman on the Dallas Mavericks appears stout, but are they among the league's best? »Read More
Zach Randolph: ‘My Knee is 100 Percent’
Zach Randolph heard the same question everywhere he went during the offseason. The Grizzlies’ power forward heard it again in FedExForum on Monday afternoon. So, big fella, how is your knee? Randolph just smiled... »Read More
NBA Preseason Power Rankings
The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD’S 2012-2013 Team Previews
A guide to HOOPSWORLD's 2012-2013 team previews! »Read More
NBA AM: Grizzlies Sale Still Moving Along
It has been a few months, but Grizzlies' owner Michael Heisley says the process of selling the team continues... Mark Jackson pledged his support of Steph Curry... NBA Chats at 10:30am and 3:00pm EST »Read More
Memphis Grizzlies Sale Imminent?
Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley bragged Wednesday about losing 80 pounds for health reasons. The Chicago-based billionaire also still expects to shed the Griz from his business portfolio. Heisley, who has owned the franchise for... »Read More
NBA PM: Curry Hopes To Stay With Warriors
Steph Curry likes the Warriors' chances and hopes for a contract extension ... How age impacts NBA championships ... Darrell Arthur latest name to hit the injured list ... »Read More
Darrell Arthur Suffers Leg Fracture
Memphis Grizzlies forward Darrell Arthur suffers leg fracture in pickup game. Won’t be ready for start of camp. via Memphis Commercial-Appeal/Twitter »Read More
2012-2013 Memphis Grizzlies Season Preview
With the NBA season just around the corner, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-2013 Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More
NBA PM: Team Salaries Averaging $67.1 Million
The average team salary is currently about $67.1 million with eight tax teams and six remaining franchises under the salary cap. »Read More
Grizzlies’ Waive D.J. Kennedy
Griz announce they’ve waived D.J. Kennedy, who was sent in Pargo deal w/ Cavs with a non-guaranteed deal via Commercial Appeal via Twitter »Read More
NBA Sunday: Time To Accept The Vet Minimum?
There are still some battle tested veteran players seeking work. Is it time for them to consider playing for vet minimum? »Read More
Murray, Dupree, Jordan to Grizzlies Camp?
The Griz received five verbal commitments from players to participate in training camp on nonguaranteed contracts. NBA veteran guard Ronald “Flip” Murray will join journeyman forward Ronald Dupree and centers Jerome Jordan, Michael Dunigan... »Read More
Tony Allen Guarantees Return by Opener
Memphians might have noticed Grizzlies guard Tony Allen in the community recently at block parties and autograph signings at retail stores. However, the best news regarding Allen these days is that he’s back on... »Read More
Ex-Congressman Joins Memphis Ownership
Former congressman Harold Ford Jr. has agreed to become a member of Robert Pera’s Memphis Grizzlies ownership group. Less than two weeks after Pera added some star power in the person of homegrown pop... »Read More
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