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Mavericks rally to 96-88 Summer League win over Grizzlies with run and playmaking
sports1 month ago

Mavericks rally to 96-88 Summer League win over Grizzlies with run and playmaking

Dallas turned a close start into a 96-88 Summer League victory over Memphis, sparked by Kaodirichi Akobundu-Ehiogu’s running finishes and a 20-4 first-quarter run. Darin Green Jr. knocked in early 3s and led Dallas with 18 points, while rookie Sergio de Larrea unlocked the offense with 16 points and a game-high 12 assists after a slow start from deep. Memphis was led by Cam Boozer with 21 points and Olivier-Maxence Prosper with 18 in the loss. Morez Johnson Jr. sat with calf soreness and Ryan Nembhard missed the game due to illness.

Morant to Portland: Blazers Shake Up Backcourt with Trade
sports1 month ago

Morant to Portland: Blazers Shake Up Backcourt with Trade

The Memphis Grizzlies traded Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. Morant would join a Portland backcourt that already includes Jrue Holiday, Scoot Henderson, and Damian Lillard, with the Blazers weighing additional moves and other targets. The deal balances salaries under Portland’s cap constraints, while Morant’s off‑court and injury history looms as context for the trade.

Braves eye multi-team RSN with Hawks, Grizzlies, Predators
business6 months ago

Braves eye multi-team RSN with Hawks, Grizzlies, Predators

The Atlanta Braves are reportedly exploring a direct-to-distributor, multi-team regional sports network that could include the Hawks, Grizzlies, and Nashville Predators, with talks ongoing with Comcast, Charter, DirecTV and potentially MVPDs. The Predators say they haven’t spoken to the Braves about joining, while the Hawks and Grizzlies could pursue short-term deals if needed as the NBA discusses a centralized streaming RSN by 2027–28. Meanwhile, Braves are testing spring‑training broadcasts with Gray Media as they finalize plans for the 2026 season.

Gobert-Backed Wolves Eye Repeat Win Over Injury-Hit Grizzlies
sports6 months ago

Gobert-Backed Wolves Eye Repeat Win Over Injury-Hit Grizzlies

The Timberwolves and Grizzlies meet again tonight in Memphis with Minnesota favored (-7.5) to win against a Grizzlies lineup missing several starters. The betting angle centers on Rudy Gobert, projected for a double-double, with a game projection around 118-109 in favor of Minnesota and a total of 229.5. The article also notes several Grizzlies injuries (including possible Jaren Jackson Jr.) and offers suggested same-game parlay bets alongside current odds from multiple sportsbooks; tip-off is 7:30 p.m. ET at FedExForum.

Grizzlies Target Poeltl as Giannis-Draymond Talks Roil NBA Trade Market
sports6 months ago

Grizzlies Target Poeltl as Giannis-Draymond Talks Roil NBA Trade Market

Memphis, fresh off a Jaren Jackson Jr. deal that created a $28.9M trade exception, is viewed as a potential landing spot for Jakob Poeltl, though Raptors–Kings talks would likely need a third team and Poeltl’s mega contract makes the deal complex; the Bulls could help as a facilitator but must match salary. Meanwhile, Golden State has Draymond Green in active trade conversations with Milwaukee to pursue Giannis, with Miami and Minnesota monitoring Giannis-related scenarios as Utah stays active on Nurkic and other assets. The day features widespread chatter across several teams, including chatter around Ja Morant and other trade targets.}{

Deadline Buzz Grows Around Cavs, Nets, Grizzlies
basketball7 months ago

Deadline Buzz Grows Around Cavs, Nets, Grizzlies

NBA trade chatter is heating up as Cleveland weighs in-season moves amid De’Andre Hunter’s slow start and surrounding injuries; Brooklyn reportedly may hold Michael Porter Jr. to avoid a buyer’s market and even consider tanking for a higher pick; Memphis is under scrutiny with Ja Morant’s status generating buzz and rumors about Jaren Jackson Jr., while several proposed trades circulate (including Lakers options), but no concrete deals have been completed as the deadline approaches.

Morant in the Crosshairs as NBA Trade Winds Rise
sports7 months ago

Morant in the Crosshairs as NBA Trade Winds Rise

NBA trade chatter heats up after Marc Stein’s Stein Line report: Ja Morant is at the center of fresh discussions as the Grizzlies reportedly listen to offers, with possible links to the Raptors and Kings and talk of return packages involving DeRozan and draft assets. The piece also notes Wizards’ potential extension for Trae Young, Knicks’ minor tweaks with players like Yabusele and Dadiet, and Hawks’ interest in Daniel Gafford alongside interest from the Pacers and Celtics. Additionally, Spencer Dinwiddie’s return to the NBA and Mavericks’ roster moves (Exum and two‑way players) are on the radar as teams navigate decisions ahead of the trade deadline.