The Memphis Grizzlies traveled Oklahoma City for the second of five NBA Game 7s that we were all treated to this weekend. Their leading scorer, All-Star power forward Zach Randolph, did not make the trip. … [Read more...] about Will Zach Randolph return to Memphis next season?
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Memphis Grizzlies must upgrade depth this off-season
By signing their key players to contract extensions the past couple of years, the Memphis Grizzlies have a solid starting five. However, their bench production has been average at best which has held them back a bit. The Griz need to upgrade the talent behind their starters this off-season, but that will be difficult to do since the team has very little cap flexibility in … [Read more...] about Memphis Grizzlies must upgrade depth this off-season
NBA Playoffs: Clippers Prove That Anything Is Possible
As I turned off my television and closed my eyes, I had an uneasy feeling. Ten minutes later, I sat up in my bed, reached for my phone and clicked on the ESPN app. I went to the NBA homepage and clicked on the "scores" tab. When the page loaded, I couldn't believe what I saw. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Clippers Prove That Anything Is Possible
NBA Playoff Predictions: Who wins it all?
The regular season is over and it's time to make that money. Can LeBron James finally capture his first NBA championship? Do the Lakers have enough to compete in the West? What about the Griz? Spurs? How about the Bulls in East? Is D-Rose healthy? Check it out! In 1,000 words or less, I give my playoff predictions and pick the NBA champion. Let's go! … [Read more...] about NBA Playoff Predictions: Who wins it all?
NBA Playoffs: Five BIG Questions in the Western Conference
With the Utah Jazz beating the Phoenix Suns and claiming the last playoff spot last night, the playoff picture is set in the Western Conference. Let's see if we can answer five big questions in the Western Conference. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Five BIG Questions in the Western Conference
Cavaliers Owner Sends Whiny Email to NBA Over CP3 Lakers Trade
You recall Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert from the night of Lebron James' "The Decison" correct? The man who made his fortune by exploiting poor people and giving out house loans to the homeless (CEO of Quicken Loans) embarrassed himself that evening with an extremely bitter letter to LBJ. The comic sans font he used put the unintentional comedy of the situation off … [Read more...] about Cavaliers Owner Sends Whiny Email to NBA Over CP3 Lakers Trade
Already? Stern, NBA Step in it by Nullifying Chris Paul Lakers Trade
On a sports day that had been dominated by news of Albert Pujols leaving the St. Louis Cardinals to head to Anaheim and the Angels, one could have reasonably expected a good night's rest and relaxation. Instead, sports writers had to put on the coffee and gear up for another huge story, because the New Orleans Hornets stunned the basketball world and dealt star point guard … [Read more...] about Already? Stern, NBA Step in it by Nullifying Chris Paul Lakers Trade
Former Wizards, Grizzlies Guard Javaris Crittenton wanted for Murder; Captured by FBI
Update: FBI arrest Crittenton at John Wayne/Orange County airport. From ESPN: Crittenton, who was suspended from the league in March 2010 for having guns in a locker room with teammate Gilbert Arenas, was arrested Monday in Southern California to face a murder charge in a deadly Atlanta shooting. Crittenton was taken into custody at about 8 p.m. local time at John Wayne … [Read more...] about Former Wizards, Grizzlies Guard Javaris Crittenton wanted for Murder; Captured by FBI
How Can the Memphis Grizzlies Can Build Off Their Playoff Run?
Like we are currently seeing in the NFL, the 2011 NBA off-season is up in the air with a lockout looming. Free agency could be delayed and completely restructured depending on the new agreement reached by the owners and players. Still, The Sports Bank continues to break down all thirty NBA teams to see what areas they need to address in the off-season. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about How Can the Memphis Grizzlies Can Build Off Their Playoff Run?
Mike Conley, Huge in Game 2, the Memphis Grizzlies’ Ticket
As they say, you’re never going to win the lottery if you don’t have a ticket. The ticket in the NBA is making the playoffs with the Championship being the lottery, and once you’ve made the postseason anything can happen. Just look at the eighth-seeded Western Conference team Memphis Grizzlies and their six-game handling of the top-seeded San Antonio Spurs. They also took a … [Read more...] about Mike Conley, Huge in Game 2, the Memphis Grizzlies’ Ticket