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• Pre-Draft Workouts: Grizzlies, Warriors, Pistons, Keita
Arizona forward Koa Peat was among the prospects who worked out for the Grizzlies on Monday, league sources tell Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal (Twitter link). Peat is a projected first-round pick, coming in at No. 25 on the latest big board from Jeremy Woo of ESPN and No. 18 on the big […]...2026See also Koa Peat
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• Ja Morant drops major Grizzlies hint as trade speculation continues to swirlJa Morant still plays for the Memphis Grizzlies — but perhaps for not much longer. A day after their 132-101 loss in their season finale against the Rockets, the Grizzlies held exit interviews on Monday. But Morant was nowhere to be found. As the Commercial Appeal’s Damichael Cole reported, Morant, Brandon Clarke and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope......2026See more articles Memphis Grizzlies -
• Southwest Notes: Edey, Prosper, Kyrie, Fears, Rockets
Speaking to reporters earlier this week for the first time since December, Grizzlies center Zach Edey said he was pleased with how he performed in his 11 games this season, suggesting he “showed who I can be,” per Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Edey was excellent in his limited appearances, averaging 13.6 points, […]...2026See more articles Zach Edey
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• Brandon Clarke Arrested On Drug, Fleeing ChargesGrizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday afternoon in Cross County, Arkansas, on charges of trafficking a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance, fleeing in a vehicle exceeding the speed limit and improper passing, Lucas Finton and Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal write in a subscriber-only story. The sheriff’s department refused to […]...2026Continue with Brandon Clarke -
• Doctors Discuss Zach Edey’s Injury
The Grizzlies had hoped that, entering the 2025/26 season following an off-season surgery, Zach Edey‘s ankle issues would be behind him, Damichael Cole writes for the Memphis Commercial Appeal (subscriber link). Instead, Edey played just 11 games before being sidelined with a stress reaction that led to him undergoing another surgery on March 3. In […]...2026See more articles Zach Edey
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• Ja Morant Discusses JJJ Trade, Possible Return This SeasonJa Morant was one of the most discussed players in the NBA heading into the trade deadline, but the Grizzlies guard hadn’t made any public comments since January 21, when he suffered a UCL sprain in his left elbow. That changed on Saturday as Morant conducted a pre-game session with reporters, DaMichael Cole of The […]...2026Click for news about DaMichael Cole
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• Doctors Discuss Zach Edey’s Injury
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• Ja Morant Discusses JJJ Trade, Possible Return This Season
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• Grizzlies Notes: Morant, Iisalo, Jackson, Landale, Koloko
The relationship between Ja Morant and head coach Tuomas Iisalo looked rocky after the Grizzlies‘ starting point guard was suspended by the team for one game early in the season, but it seems to be in a better place at the moment, according to Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal (subscriber link). Iisaslo criticized […]...2025See also Tuomas Iisalo
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• Grizzlies’ Ja Morant Probable To Return On Friday
Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant is on track to return to action on Friday vs. Utah, having been upgraded from questionable to probable on the team’s injury report, per Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal (Twitter link). Morant has been sidelined for Memphis’ past 10 games due to a right calf strain, but appears […]...2025
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• NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Zach Edey, Kings, Doug Christie, NetsGrizzlies The Grizzlies are finally getting some positive injury news. Ja Morant is listed as questionable for Wednesday’s game in Boston with right ankle soreness, but rookie center Zach Edey has been upgraded from out to doubtful as he nears his season debut, according to The Commercial Appeal’s Damichael Cole. Edey, recovering from offseason left […] The post NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Zach Ed...2025Read about Zach Edey -
• NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ja Morant, Hornets, Kon Knueppel, WizardsGrizzlies Ja Morant has suffered another setback. The star guard sprained his left ankle during Sunday’s practice and is considered week-to-week, a team spokesperson told Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. The injury will almost certainly keep Morant out for all five preseason games and puts his status for the Oct. 22 regular season […] The post NBA Notes: Grizzlies, Ja Morant,...2025See more Kon Knueppel -
• Ja Morant Week-To-Week With Sprained AnkleJa Morant sprained his left ankle during Sunday’s practice and is considered week-to-week, a Grizzlies spokesperson tells Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal (Twitter link). The injury almost certainly means Morant will miss Memphis’ five preseason games. It also jeopardizes his availability for the regular season opener October 22 against New Orleans. The Grizzlies […...2025 -
• Jaren Jackson Jr. Provides Update On Recovery From Offseason SurgeryAppearing at his annual youth basketball camp Saturday in Memphis, Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr. talked about the progress he has made since undergoing a procedure for a turf toe injury in early July, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal (subscription required). “I’m feeling good,” Jackson said. “I’m progressing the right way. […]...2025 -
• Western Notes: Morant, Klay, Wiggins, Barnes, Avdija
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been cleared for all basketball activities, according to Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Morant, who missed the first 25 games of the 2023/24 season due to a suspension, returned to action in December and immediately provided a spark for the Grizzlies, who won six of nine games with […]...2024
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• Southwest Notes: Morant, D. Jones, Wembanyama, Sochan
Grizzlies guard Ja Morant shared an update on the status of his right shoulder while conducting his youth basketball camp Saturday afternoon, writes DaMichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Morant underwent season-ending surgery in January to fix a labral tear in the shoulder. He is expecting to receive medical clearance to resume basketball activities […]...2024Click for news about DaMichael Cole
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"As Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal tweets, Morant had been listed as questionable before being downgraded to out over the three previous games." - 2025
"However, that won’t happen, as Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal writes." - 2024
"co/wFg1ugOIXv— Damichael Cole (@DamichaelC) November 1, 2024 Good on Pippen." - 2023
"co/OYXTAeyMQC— Damichael Cole (@DamichaelC) May 2, 2023 Brooks is still a pretty good defensive player — and he defended LeBron well in the first round series for the most part." - 2022
"the Warriors for the first time in the series, per Grizzlies beat reporter Damichael Cole." - 2021
"Via Damichael Cole of the Philadelphia Inquirer, sales of the Jalen Hurts jersey increased by 500 percent from Saturday to Sunday, the biggest spike for any [more]"
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• Ja Morant Discusses JJJ Trade, Possible Return This Season
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• Grizzlies still expected to move Ja Morant before deadlineThe expectation around the NBA has not changed when it comes to Ja Morant and the Grizzlies. According to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Memphis is still widely expected to move Morant ahead of the trade deadline, which falls on February 5. Morant is earning $39.4 million this season and, per Hoops Wire […] The post Grizzlies still expected to move Ja Morant before deadline...2026 -
• Second-Rounder Mashack To Open Season With Memphis HustleFormer Tennessee guard Jahmai Mashack, whose NBA rights were acquired by the Grizzlies after he was selected 59th overall in June’s draft, will open the season with the team’s G League affiliate, the Memphis Hustle, according to Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian (Twitter link). Herrington’s report was confirmed by Damichael Cole of The Memphis […]...2025See more Memphis Hustle -
• Grizzlies Reportedly Not Pursuing Kevin Durant
Forbes contributor Evan Sidery reported this afternoon (via Twitter) that the Grizzlies had reemerged as a suitor for Suns star Kevin Durant after the team made a run at the 36-year-old forward prior to February’s deadline. However, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal — a Grizzlies beat reporter — has heard differently (Twitter link). […]...2025See also Kevin Durant
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• Grizzlies Insider: Memphis Is Not Interested In Trading For Kevin DurantThe Memphis Grizzlies are NOT interested in trading for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. That’s according to Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Cole covers the Grizzlies, so he’s got sources with the franchise. Per sources: The Grizzlies are not interested in trading for Kevin Durant. They contemplated an offer at the trade deadline, […] The post Gr...2025See also Kevin Durant -
• Grizzlies GM Kleiman Explains Deadline Approach, Talks Chasing Stars
The Grizzlies had two options at the trade deadline, according to Damichael Cole of Memphis Commercial Appeal: push their chips in for a star to bolster their chances at a title or create cap flexibility. Memphis ended up opting for the latter route, sending Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia out in a move that returned […]...2025Continue with Marcus Smart
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• Grizzlies Notes: Trade Options, Jackson Jr., Morant, Smart
The Grizzlies are in one of the more interesting trade deadline situations, Damichael Cole of Memphis Commercial Appeal writes. At 31-16 entering Thursday, they maintain the West’s third seed, but they’re also a combined 3-6 against the top four teams in either conference. Cole ponders several trade options for the Grizzlies, including standing pat and […]...2025
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• Grizzlies Linked to Nets’ Cam Johnson, But Nothing Doing YetAs of now, there’s nothing truly substantive between Memphis and Brooklyn regarding a potential deal for Cam Johnson ahead of the NBA trade deadline, per Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. In other words, while there’s growing buzz about the Grizzlies being a strong suitor for the Nets forward, let’s be clear — this […] The post Grizzlies Linked to Nets’ Cam Johnson...2025Check it out Cam Johnson -
• Southwest Notes: Pippen, Smart, V. Williams, Mavericks, Popovich, Wembanyama
There’s extra motivation for Grizzlies point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. any time he faces the Lakers, writes Damichael Cole of The Commercial Appeal. Pippen signed a two-way contract with L.A. in 2022 after going undrafted out of Vanderbilt. He only appeared in six NBA games that season, but starred with the team’s South Bay affiliate in […]...2024
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• Darvin Ham’s former Lakers players keep taking shots at him, and Scotty Pippen Jr. is the latestPhoto by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images Darvin Ham’s former Lakers players can’t stop taking jabs at him Darvin Ham enjoyed some very real success during his two seasons as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. In his first season, the Lakers somehow ran all the way to the Western Conference Finals despite entering the playoffs as the No. 7 seed in the conference. Last season wasn’t ...2024Check it out Darvin Ham
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• Southwest Notes: Edey, Prosper, Kyrie, Fears, Rockets
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• Latest On Ja MorantJa Morant returned to action for the Grizzlies on Sunday and posted one of his best performances of the season in Memphis’ 126-109 victory over the Magic. According to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal, he became the first player in franchise history to record 20 points and 10 assists in the first half […]...2026 -
• Grizzlies Notes: Game 1 Loss, Morant, Bagley
After falling behind by as many as 56 points, the Grizzlies lost by 51 to the Thunder on Sunday in Game 1 of their first-round series. However, as Tim MacMahon of ESPN and Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal write, Memphis’ players didn’t seem demoralized by the loss in the locker room after the […]...2025See more articles Tim MacMahon
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• Southwest Notes: Morant, Murray, Eason, Rockets
Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant, who was ruled out for the team’s game in San Antonio on Friday night due to right foot soreness, is no longer eligible for major award consideration this season, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Morant has averaged 21.4 points, 7.5 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per contest this […]...2025Visit the page San Antonio stats
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• Southwest Notes: Jackson, Williams, Jones, Brooks, Sochan
The Grizzlies upset the Bucks on Thursday, with young forwards GG Jackson and Vince Williams playing big parts in the victory. Damichael Cole of Memphis Commercial Appeal writes that the breakouts from both players are silver linings in an injury-riddled season from Memphis. Jackson scored a career high-tying 27 points in the win over Milwaukee. […]...2024Visit the page Vince Williams scores
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• Southwest Notes: Grizzlies, McCollum, Zion, Thompson
A practice led by the players resulted in the Grizzlies‘ first home win of the season Wednesday night, writes Damichael Cole of The Commercial Appeal. Reeling from injuries to several rotation members and the absence of Ja Morant amid his 25-game suspension, Memphis played one of its worst games of the season Sunday in a […]...2023
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• Southwest Notes: Lofton, GG Jackson, Prosper, Rockets
Kenneth Lofton Jr. is playing like he belongs in the Grizzlies‘ rotation, which may lead to some difficult decisions this fall, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. The second-year power forward, who posted 24 points and 10 rebounds on Wednesday, is the team’s leading scorer in Summer League. He has also looked better on […]...2023
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The Grizzlies told Dillon Brooks he isn’t worth the headache There is no reason Dillon Brooks should be one of the biggest names in the NBA. The 27-year-old forward wasn’t a first round draft pick, he’s never been anywhere close to an All-Star, and he’s never been part of a championship team. Still, Brooks became one of the most recognizable players in...2023See also Ronald Martinez scores
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• Dunc'd On: First Weekend Wrap-UpWe continue familiarizing ourselves with all these teams at the start of the season, with a focus on TOR/MIA, GSW/DEN, HOU/MEM, ATL/ORL, plus some smaller notes on the Spurs, Pacers, Thunder, and Pistons. Plus, Friday Daily Duncs. Friday Daily Duncs Rob Murphy The Pistons are investigating assistant general manager Rob Murphy over an allegation of workplace misconduct involving a former female emp...2022See more articles Rob Murphy
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• Grizzlies Notes: Morant, Iisalo, Jackson, Landale, Koloko
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• Ja Morant Posts Prompt Welfare Check; Police Say Grizzlies Star is Fine
Several social media posts from Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant left his fans concerned, and Memphis police conducted a welfare check just to make sure Morant was OK, per Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Morant posted several pictures with captions on his Instagram story, depicting his love for his family. But the final […] The post Ja Morant Posts Prompt Welfare Check; Police...2023
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• Dunc'd On: First Weekend Wrap-Up
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
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• Grizzlies Notes: Adams’ Absence, Jackson, Williams, Morant
Now that they know they can’t count on having Steven Adams back for the playoffs, the Grizzlies must embrace the new identity they’ve been establishing without Adams – and his offensive rebounding and screen setting – available, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. As Cole outlines, that means Jaren Jackson Jr. may face […]...2023Click for news about Steven Adams
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• Grizzlies To Release Kenneth Lofton Jr.
The Grizzlies plan to release Kenneth Lofton Jr., reports Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. As Cole explains, the Grizzlies needed to create a roster spot with Ja Morant nearing a return from his 25-game suspension — that’s expected to occur Tuesday vs. New Orleans. Lofton won’t be traveling on the team’s two-game road […]...2023
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• Grizzlies Notes: Adams, Bane, Morant, Arena
The Grizzlies have lost six of seven games since Steven Adams went down with a knee sprain, and it’s clear the team has missed its starting center, says Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. “I’ve said it multiple times: You’re not going to replace what Steven does,” head coach Taylor Jenkins said. “I wish […]...2023Visit the page Steven Adams
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• Southwest Notes: Morant, Mavericks, Doncic, Silas
Ja Morant watched Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. raise their play to another level during his suspension, but the Grizzlies still need Morant to take over games in clutch time, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Cole notes that when Morant returned to the team, he talked to coach Taylor Jenkins about […]...2023See more Desmond Bane
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• Southwest Notes: Morant’s Return, Zion, Sochan
Ja Morant received an enthusiastic reception from Grizzlies fans as he returned from his suspension Wednesday night, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Fans showed their support when he took the floor for warmups, when he entered the game in the first quarter and when he touched the ball for the first time. […]...2023
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• Southwest Notes: Morant, Brooks, Murray, Pelicans, Rockets
Tonight marks the final game of Ja Morant‘s suspension, but coach Taylor Jenkins confirmed that he’s unlikely to play Monday when the Grizzlies host the Mavericks, writes Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Monday will be Morant’s first day back at the team facility after being out of action since March 3, and Jenkins […]...2023Check it out Taylor Jenkins
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• Southwest Notes: Adams, Lofton, McCollum, Vogel, Borrego
Grizzlies center Steven Adams has slowly progressed during his recovery from a sprained right knee, which is why he’s likely to sit out the postseason, coach Taylor Jenkins told Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. “We thought we were making headway with the process and all that, but each evaluation we had with the doctors […]...2023Check it out Steven Adams
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• Grizzlies Notes: Morant, Iisalo, Jackson, Landale, Koloko
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• Grizzlies Rookie Cedric Coward “100% Cleared” After Rotator Cuff SurgeryFirst-round pick Cedric Coward confirms that he’s “100% cleared” for full basketball activity as the Grizzlies prepare to open training camp at the end of the month, according to Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal (subscription required). Coward appeared Saturday at a Memphis Redbirds minor league baseball game, where he handled first-pitch duties and […]...2025Visit the page Cedric Coward -
• Ja Morant Available For Friday’s Play-In GameThe Grizzlies will have their star point guard available on Friday vs. Dallas as they look to clinch the eighth and final playoff seed in the West. After testing out his injured ankle during pregame warmups, Ja Morant will be in Memphis’ starting lineup, tweets Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. Morant turned his […]...2025 -
• Grizzlies players ‘shocked’ by parting of ways with Taylor JenkinsThe Memphis Grizzlies made an inexplicable coaching change on Friday, firing Taylor Jenkins after six seasons. With nine games left, the team continues to fight for playoff positioning. The decision left the players “shocked,” sources told Grizzlies beat writer Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Memphis (44-29) hosts the Lakers (44-29) tonight at 8 […] The post Griz...2025Continue with Taylor Jenkins -
• Southwest Notes: Edey, Smart, Sochan, Rockets
Grizzlies center Zach Edey, who is out for a sixth consecutive game on Friday due to a left ankle sprain, appears to be nearing a return, as Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal writes. Head coach Taylor Jenkins addressed the rookie’s status ahead of Friday’s matchup with New Orleans. “With Zach, I think probably […]...2024Click for news about Zach Edey
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• Grizzlies’ Ja Morant After Win Over Lakers: ‘I Don’t Like Them’Ja Morant doesn’t forget. When the Lakers knocked his Grizzlies out of the 2023 playoffs, it left a mark. And standing on the sideline last season, helpless as LeBron James threw down a windmill dunk, only added to that fire, as relayed by Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. So when the Lakers rolled […] The post Grizzlies’ Ja Morant After Win Over Lakers: ‘I DonR...2024See more articles LeBron James -
• Darvin Ham’s former Lakers players keep taking shots at him, and Scotty Pippen Jr. is the latest
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• Morant Showing Good Progress From Shoulder Surgery
Ja Morant appears to be ahead of schedule in his recovery from shoulder surgery, Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal reports. According to Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins, Morant and several other players who suffered significant injuries are making good progress. Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr., Ziaire Williams, Vince Williams and Marcus Smart were among […]...2024See more articles Taylor Jenkins
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• Southwest Notes: Smart, Jones, Alvarado, Hardy, Green
Marcus Smart will make his preseason Grizzlies debut on Friday, according to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Smart, acquired from Boston this offseason, will go right into the starting lineup, coach Taylor Jenkins told Cole. Smart has been battling abdominal soreness. “I’ve been doing this going on 10 years now, so for me, […]...2023See also Marcus Smart
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• Dillon Brooks clowned himself off the Grizzlies and into NBA free agency
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• Ja Morant drops major Grizzlies hint as trade speculation continues to swirl
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• Grizzlies Linked to Nets’ Cam Johnson, But Nothing Doing Yet
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