Grizzly Bear Blues Jan 22, 2021
GBB Podcasts: The upsides and downsides in this pandemic season
Photo by Justin Ford/ There were bright spots this week, but most of it dimmed by the postponement of games. Well, there were bright spots this week... though only one game was played. The Memphis Grizzlies sealed a national TV win on MLK day, where Ja Morant illustrated his superstar upside more, and Coach Taylor Jenkins got the respect he deserves. In addition, Xavier Tillman continued to prove himself to be another gem in the Grizzlies’ latest collection of assets. But all that is clouded by the postponement of games on the Memphis Grizzlies side. The Grizzlies...
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Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman in photos
Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman in photos
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Ja Morant on Grizzlies winning five consecutive games after beating Phoenix Suns
Ja Morant on Xavier Tillman's first start, the Grizzlies' resilience and why tanking isn't an option with this team
Grizzly Bear Blues Jan 17, 2021
The Long View: Basketball is fun with Ja Morant
Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Ja returns and Xavier Tillman has a big night! The Grizzlies made their return back to FedExForum after a road trip that was shortened due to Friday night’s postponement due to COVID issues with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Friday’s postponement gave the Grizzlies 3 days off between games, instead of the scheduled back to back. The headline heading into last night’s game was the return of Ja Morant. Morant suffered a Grade 2 ankle sprain on December 28th but after “attacking rehab hard” per Taylor Jenkins, Ja returned to action a...
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Xavier Tillman on his growing role with Grizzlies
Xavier Tillman had a career-high 15 points and four steals in the Grizzlies' win over the Sixers. The rookie forward had big minutes down the stretch
Grizzly Bear Blues Jan 3, 2021
Memphis Grizzlies vs Los Angeles Lakers: Game Preview
Photo by Kevin C. Cox/ The reigning NBA Champs, and a beloved son of Memphis, visit the Bluff City for a double dose of games. WHO: Memphis Grizzlies(2-3, 0-2 Home) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (4-2, 2-0 Away) WHEN: 5:00 PM WHERE: FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee HOW TO WATCH/LISTEN: Fox Sports Southeast/NBA League Pass/92.9 FM ESPN Memphis INJURY REPORT: MEMPHIS: Grayson Allen (Questionable, ankle), Ja Morant (Out, ankle), Jaren Jackson Jr. (Out, ankle), Justise Winslow (Out, hip), Xavier Tillman Sr. (Questionable, Patella), Killian Tillie (Out, hamstring), Jontay Porter...
Grizzly Bear Blues Jan 1, 2021
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Charlotte Hornets Game Preview
Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via It can still be a “successful” road trip! WHO: Memphis Grizzlies (1-3, 1-1 away) vs. Charlotte Hornets (2-2. 1-1 home) WHEN: 6:00 PM CT WHERE: Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina HOW TO WATCH/LISTEN: Fox Sports Southeast/NBA League Pass/92.9 FM ESPN Memphis INJURY REPORT: MEMPHIS: Grayson Allen (Doubtful, ankle), Ja Morant (Out, ankle), Jaren Jackson Jr. (Out, ankle), De’Anthony Melton (Health and Safety Protocols), Justise Winslow (Out, hip), Xavier Tillman Sr. (Out, Patella), Killian Tillie (Out, hamstring), Jontay Porter...
Grizzly Bear Blues Jan 1, 2021
5 Questions with At the Hive
Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via I talked with Jonathan DeLong from SB Nation’s At the Hive about tonight’s game! 2020 is finally over, and it looks like it’s going to start as “2020 the Sequel” for the Memphis Grizzlies. They will be without [takes breath] Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., De’Anthony Melton, Justise Winslow, Grayson Allen, Xavier Tillman, Jontay Porter, and Killian Tillie. [takes breath] I’m upset we were robbed of our first matchup with Ja Morant and LaMelo Ball, but let’s still appreciate that we have NBA basketball. I talked with Jonathan...
Grizzly Bear Blues Dec 30, 2020
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Boston Celtics Game Preview
Photo by Mike Stobe/ Now what? WHO: Memphis Grizzlies (1-2, 1-0 home) vs. Boston Celtics (2-2, 1-1 home) WHERE: TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts WHEN: 6:30 PM CT HOW TO WATCH/LISTEN: Fox Sports Southeast/NBA League Pass/92.9 FM ESPN Memphis INJURY REPORT: MEMPHIS- Ja Morant (Out, ankle), Jaren Jackson Jr. (Out, knee), Justise Winslow (Out, hip), Jontay Porter (Out, knee), Xavier Tillman Sr. (Out, Patella), Killian Tillie (Out, hamstring), De’Anthony Melton (Out, Health and Safety Protocols) BOSTON- Tacko Fall (Out, eye), Kemba Walker (Out, knee), Romeo Langford...
Grizzly Bear Blues Dec 28, 2020
Memphis Grizzlies vs Brooklyn Nets Game Preview
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports Can the Grizzlies bounce back in their first of two straight games on the road against Eastern Conference contenders? WHO: Memphis Grizzlies (0-2) vs. Brooklyn Nets (2-1) WHERE: BARCLAYS CENTER BROOKLYN, NEW YORK WHEN: 6:30 Central HOW TO WATCH/LISTEN: Fox Sports Southeast/NBATV/92.9 FM ESPN Memphis INJURY REPORT: MEMPHIS: Jaren Jackson Jr. (Out, knee), Justise Winslow (Out, hip), Jontay Porter (Out, knee), Killian Tillie (Out, hamstring), Xavier Tillman Sr. (Out, Patella), De’Anthony Melton (NBA health and Safety Protocols) BROOKLYN:...
