Posts Tagged ‘Memphis Grizzlies’
#IMHO: Rookies, loyalty, and League Pass faves
Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace have been covering the NBA since shorts were short and socks were long, but their opinions about the League don’t always mesh. #IMHO is their weekly chance to weigh in on the most pertinent news from around the NBA. What’s lit? What’s lame? Find out each week…
Read MoreMikeCheck: After precautionary rest for sore foot, Valanciunas eager to help Grizzlies open season on solid ground
MEMPHIS – After pushing through his first scrimmage sessions in more than two weeks, Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas emerged completely exhausted but also fully encouraged. He even had a few wisecracks. “I was joking around with my teammates,” Valanciunas said through his wide, full-bearded grin. “This is Day One of my training camp. So yeah, you cannot ride a (stationary) bicycle and get in shape. Playing is a different shape. But I’ve been in these situations before, and I’ll work through it.”
Read MoreBeyond Grit – S2:E14 | Preseason Finale, Coach Niele Ivey’s Guitar Smash
In episode 14 of Beyond Grit presented by Mountain Dew, Taylor Jenkins is Mic’d as the Grizzlies play their final home preseason game. Plus, Jaren Jackson Jr. meets with Season Ticket Members and Assistant Coach Niele Ivey swings by
Read MoreMikeCheck: On heels of prolific effort, Grizzlies aim to build toward consistency entering final preseason tune-up
SAN ANTONIO – Moments after scoring 30 points the other night in Oklahoma City, Dillon Brooks sat at his locker with an ice pack around his shooting hand as he assessed the breakout moment of his otherwise uneven preseason. He was as dead-on accurate in his analysis as he was with his shooting stroke.
Read More#IMHO: Title hopes, Grizz development and teams making the leap
Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace have been covering the NBA since shorts were short and socks were long, but their opinions about the League don’t always mesh. #IMHO is their weekly chance to weigh in on the most pertinent news from around the NBA. What’s lit? What’s lame? Find out each week…
Read MoreOne-on-One with Memphis Grizzlies Asst. Coach Niele Ivey
Digital Content Producer Meghan Triplett talks with Grizzlies Assistant Coach Niele Ivey about her passion for basketball and her inspirational journey to the Grizzlies coaching staff. The One on One series is presented by Audi Memphis. —- Subscribe to Grind…
Read MoreBeyond Grit – S2:E13 | Open Practice w/ Tyus Jones Mic’d Up
In episode 13 of Beyond Grit presented by Mountain Dew, Taylor Jenkins is Mic’d as the Grizzlies finish training camp. Plus, go behind the scenes at open practice with Tyus Jones Mic’d and see the team take the court for their first preseason game.
Read MoreMikeCheck: Evaluating where every roster player stands as Grizzlies reach midpoint of preseason
After opening with victories over international teams Maccabi and New Zealand, new coach Taylor Jenkins and his retooled roster are in the midst of a six-day reprieve before their final three preseason games. Here is my Grind City Media view of where each player stands at the midpoint of the preseason as the Grizzlies get set to step up to common NBA competition.
Read More#IMHO: Hot Grizz Summer, Whither the Warriors, and the Zion Show
Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace have been covering the NBA since shorts were short and socks were long, but their opinions about the League don’t always mesh. #IMHO is their weekly chance to weigh in on the most pertinent news from around the NBA. What’s lit? What’s lame? Find out each week…
Read MoreBeyond Grit – S2:E12 | Media Day & Training Camp
In episode 12 of Beyond Grit presented by Mountain Dew, the Grizzlies are back in Memphis. Go behind the scenes at media day and Taylor Jenkins is Mic’d as the team begins training camp.
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