NBA results: Atlanta waits out Thunder Nov 10, 2008
DENVER (AP) Carmelo Anthony scored 24 points, Chauncey Billups had 16 points and 10 assists and the Denver Nuggets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 100-90. MEMPHIS (90)-Gay 4-17 8-10 16, Arthur 4-7 2-3 10, Gasol 2-4 2-4 6, Mayo 11-21 5-6 31, Conley 2-6 0-0 4, Lowry 1-5 6-6 8, Milicic 0-0 0-0 0, Warrick 1-5 4-5 6, Ross 2-5 4-4 9, Buckner 0-0 0-0 0, Jaric 0-0 0-0 0, Crittenton 0-1 0-0 0. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Anthony's 24 leads Nuggets past Grizzlies Nov 10, 2008
DENVER - Carmelo Anthony scored 24 points, Chauncey Billups had 16 points and 10 assists and the Denver Nuggets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 100-90 on Sunday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Celtics ruin Iverson`s home bow Nov 10, 2008
Chauncey Billups scored 16 points, had 10 assists and six rebounds and Carmelo Anthony added 24 points as the Denver Nuggets defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 100-90. Chris Bosh scored 30 points and pulled down 15 rebounds, leading the Toronto Raptors to an 89-79 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats. (National Post)
Warrick helps Grizzlies beat Warriors again Nov 8, 2008
- Hakim Warrick had 19 points and 10 rebounds, rookie O.J. Mayo added 20 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies had their best offensive performance in a 109-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wright time for Golden State Nov 7, 2008
That means Wright could be on the court even more tonight, when the Warriors host the Memphis Grizzlies. "I just wanted to be a spark and do positive things," Wright said after a career game featuring 18 points, 13 rebounds and three blocked shots in 32 minutes off the bench. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kings debut new lighting system Nov 6, 2008
The owners of the have invested more than half a million dollars into a new lighting and video production system that will debut Wednesday night during the team s home opener against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Maloof family made this significant investment, spokesman Mitch Germann said in an e-mail, to boost the theatrical production value of a Kings game for the team s loyal fans. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Martin scores 33, Kings hang on for 1st win Nov 6, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies guard Mike Conley, left, drives around Sacramento Kings defender Mikki Moore, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Sacramento, Calif ... - Kevin Martin scored 33 points and John Salmons had 21 points and nine rebounds in the Sacramento Kings' first victory of the season, 100-95 over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday night in the NBA's final home opener. (Anchorage Daily News)
* Pistons retain unbeaten record Nov 5, 2008
The Memphis Grizzlies Marc Gasol, right, battles the Golden State Warriors Corey Maggette during their NBA game on Monday in Memphis, Tennessee. PHOTO: AP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Magic defeat Bulls Nov 4, 2008
3 points a game, topped by a 26-point outing Saturday in a win over the Memphis Grizzlies. He s going to have some bumps in the road because all rookie point guards do, but we ll just keep working with him and he ll mature every game, Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
NBA INSIDER: Notes from the hardwood Nov 3, 2008
Among players whose options were picked up during the weekend: Celtics guard and Memphis Grizzlies forward. Former All-Star guard , 42, who played primarily for the Phoenix Suns in a 12-year career, is up for election Tuesday as mayor of his hometown, Sacramento. (USA Today -- Sports)
Grizzlieskeep Magicwinless with last-second shot Nov 1, 2008
(AP) -The youthful Memphis Grizzlies relied on one of their veterans for a thrilling win on Friday night. Rudy Gay, the third-year pro, hit an 18-foot jumper right of the basket as time expired to give the Memphis Grizzlies an 86-84 win over the Orlando Magic. (MSNBC -- Sports)
New-look Bulls happy with win Oct 31, 2008
They have 80 more to go, starting the very next night against the Memphis Grizzlies back at the United Center. I hope our guys look at it as a fun challenge and a good opportunity, Del Negro said. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Yao fuels Rockets to win in season opener Oct 31, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies' Marc Gasol, left, of Spain, knocks the ball away from Houston Rockets' Yao Ming, of China, during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game yesterday in Houston ... BEIJING, Oct. 31 -- Yao Ming scored 21 points and added 10 rebounds to lead the Houston Rockets to a 82-71 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in their season opener last night at home. (Xinhuanet, China)
Cavs ticket prices near NBA average Oct 30, 2008
League-wide averages range from $93 for a Los Angeles Lakers ticket, to $24 to watch the Memphis Grizzlies. (Average prices don't include much high-end club seating or luxury suites. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Rockets beat Grizzlies in Artest's debut Oct 30, 2008
Yao Ming had 21 points and 10 rebounds, Artest added 16 in his Houston debut, and the Rockets overcame poor shooting to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 00004000 82-71 on Wednesday night. Luis Scola had 12 points and 13 rebounds for the Rockets, who were 28-for-76 (36. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Artest shines in Rockets debut Oct 30, 2008
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Atlanta Hawks (0-0) at Orlando Magic (0-0) Oct 30, 2008
Next for the Magic: Friday, at Memphis Grizzlies, 8 p.m., Sun Sports Network. In your voice. (Florida Today)
Kings Clipped By T-Wolves In Season Opener Oct 30, 2008
Minnesota's Love was acquired from the Memphis Grizzlies in a draft day trade after being taken fifth overall. His build and ability were vital in UCLA's run to the Final Four as a freshman last season. (KCRA 3, CA)
Memphis Grizzlies at Orlando Magic Oct 29, 2008
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Lakers looking to repeat in West Oct 28, 2008
The Lakers acquired Gasol from the Memphis Grizzlies three weeks later to fill the void, and they went from there to win the West and make the finals. Gasol did an excellent job, but when it came to playing the Celtics, the Lakers lacked the inside bulk at both ends of the court to win a best-of-seven series. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Merrill: Winslow is latest chapter in Browns' mysterious staph story Oct 28, 2008
In the past week alone, Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and Memphis Grizzlies forward Rudy Gay have been linked to staph. MVP quarterback Tom Brady also has been struggling with a post-surgery infection, though the Patriots have not commented on whether it is staph. (ESPN -- Football News)
Toughness key to Lakers' hopes of getting back to Finals Oct 28, 2008
But then 7-footer emerged as a force, 7-footer fell from the sky (via a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies), talk of trading an increasingly happy Bryant ceased and it all ended with Bryant winning the NBA MVP award and the Lakers winning the Western Conference title. It also ended in a 39-point loss to the Boston Celtics in the deciding Game 6 of the NBA Finals. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lakers' 7-footers tall order for everyone else in league Oct 28, 2008
He joined the local club team as a teenager and then left Europe for the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA when he was 21 ... 4 rebounds in 66 games last season, including 27 games with the Lakers after his Feb. 1 trade from the Memphis Grizzlies. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
WESTERN CONFERENCE PREVIEW Oct 26, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies (32-50, 12th) -- O.J. Mayo joins Rudy Gay to form one of the best young combinations in the league. However, please refrain from using any and all "pass the O.J." or "pass the Mayo" jokes. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Pennell to step in Oct 25, 2008
That plan was ultimately scrapped when Olson returned this season and O'Neill went to the NBA. He is now an assistant with the Memphis Grizzlies. Pennell and Dunlap were added to the coaching staff last spring after the departures of assistants O'Neill, Josh Pastner and Miles Simon. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Lute Olson Steps Down At Arizona Oct 24, 2008
O'Neill, an assistant to Olson for four seasons prior to the 2007-08 campaign and from 1986-89, left the program and took a job as an assistant coach with the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies. Olson has compiled a 780-280 career record at Arizona, Iowa, and Long Beach State. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Dunlap gets interim offer Oct 24, 2008
However, O'Neill said he is now committed as an assistant with the Memphis Grizzlies. Former assistant Miles Simon was relieved of his duties and former assistant Josh Pastner took a top assistant job at the University of Memphis. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Timeline: Lute Olson's past year in Tucson Oct 24, 2008
June 17: O'Neill joined the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies as an assistant coach, officially ending his tenure at UA.. July 31: Olson pledges to avoid recruiting "one-and-done" type players. (AZCentral -- News)
HORNETS VS. HEAT Oct 23, 2008
The Heat's 102-85 victory against the Memphis Grizzlies was its first in preseason since 2006. Julian Wright (strained right ankle) and Sean Marks (strained calf) are not expected to play. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Heat finally get preseason win, top Grizzlies Oct 23, 2008
Wade scored 25 points, Michael Beasley scored nine of his 19 in the fourth quarter and the Miami Heat beat the Memphis Grizzlies 102-85 Tuesday night for their first preseason win in nearly two years. So without the stigma of another winless exhibition season to worry about, Wade's fingers are crossed that he doesn't have to play much in Miami's final two preseason games later this week against New Orleans and San Antonio. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
BACK IN THE SADDLE Oct 22, 2008
With O Neill now coaching with the Memphis Grizzlies, Josh Pastner hitting the recruiting trail for Memphis and Miles Simon taking a more active role in the AAU circuit, Olson s first order of business was to find a brand-new staff not an easy task in any situation. Joining Olson on the sidlines will be top assistant Mike Dunlap, as well as Russ Pennell and former Wildcat Reggie Geary. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Arash MarkaziINSIDE THE NBA Oct 21, 2008
Memphis Grizzlies go young -- very young -- in rebuilding process - Arash Markazi - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Video: S&C Coach Changes Training Culture Oct 18, 2008
By Managing EditorDate: Oct 17, 2008 Michigan basketball scored big when it landed Strength tioning Coach Mike Curtis from the Memphis Grizzlies. Curtis is the head of Sthe entire athletic department (except football), but works directly with basketball. (GoBlueWolverine.com)
NBA's European tour of duty helps form team togetherness Oct 17, 2008
Last year the Toronto Raptors, Minnesota Timberwolves and Memphis Grizzlies joined the Celtics on the tour. The Raptors (41-41) made the playoffs, but the Timberwolves and Grizzlies each finished 22-60. (USA Today -- Sports)
Eddie Jones thinking retirement Oct 16, 2008
The veteran swingman -- who will turn 37 years old on Monday -- has played in 14 NBA seasons with the Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, Miami, Memphis Grizzlies and Mavericks. In 954 games, the former first-round pick owns lifetime averages of 14. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mayo finds touch, torches Pacers for 26 Oct 14, 2008
- Rookie guard O.J. Mayo scored 26 points, including six 3-pointers, to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 103-95 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night. Mayo, the third pick in the NBA Draft, shook off a shooting slump from long range to allow the Grizzlies to win their second straight preseason game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pacers trade F Williams to Mavs, extend Foster Oct 11, 2008
The veteran Jones -- who will turn 37 years old later this month -- has played in 14 NBA seasons with the Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, Miami, Memphis Grizzlies and Mavericks. In 954 games, the former first-round pick owns lifetime averages of 14. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Baylor's reign with Clippers is over Oct 8, 2008
Ron Artest scored 12 of his 15 points in the first quarter of his Houston debut and the host Rockets beat the Memphis Grizzlies, 96-93, in their exhibition opener. Rockets guard Tracy McGrady sat out to rest his sore left knee. (Boston Globe)
Artest scores 15 in Rockets' debut Oct 8, 2008
HOUSTON - Ron Artest scored 12 of his 15 points in the first quarter of his Houston debut and the Rockets beat the Memphis Grizzlies 96-93 in the preseason opener on Tuesday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Artest shines in preseason debut for Rockets Oct 8, 2008
Artest scored 12 of his 15 points in the first quarter of his Rockets debut, and Houston beat the Memphis Grizzlies 96-93 on Tuesday night in its preseason opener. The Rockets picked up Artest in an offseason trade with Sacramento with the hope that the talented, temperamental forward transforms them into a title contender. (MSNBC -- Sports)
FANTASY: Position-by-position sleepers to consider in your draft Oct 3, 2008
These three guys will all be battling for the starting point guard spot for the Memphis Grizzlies. However, I think it will all come down to just Conley and Lowry, as Crittenton is more of a combo guard. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
NBA tips off early in new videogames Oct 3, 2008
"It's great because it ensures real injuries translate to the game," said Rudy Gay of the Memphis Grizzlies. "Last year people would play with Portland and Greg Oden was on the team and he'd kill me. They can't do that any more. If you're hurt, you're hurt, buddy.". (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Price, Ferrell Join Hawks Staff Sep 25, 2008
Price joins the Hawks after spending last season as the Memphis Grizzlies' Shooting Coach, while Ferrell served in a player development role for the Washington Wizards from 2001-04. "Coach Woodson thought it was important that we add a shooting specialist to the staff," Sund said. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Colleges roundup: Bulldogs start WAC play with straight-sets loss Sep 19, 2008
Other participants include Bruce Weber (Illinois), Lon Kruger (UNLV), Tara Vanderveer (Stanford), Steve Alford (New Mexico), Bob Huggins (West Virginia) and Tony Barone (former interim coach of the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies). Registration is $110 in advance, $135 at the door. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Nova Notebook: Alum Charles Puts a Charge Into Pro Career Sep 13, 2008
" The thoughtful Charles has not forsaken his hopes of one day playing in the National Basketball Association. On a recent day, he walked down a Davis Center hallway alongside former teammate , who will begin his third year with the Memphis Grizzlies in October. Noting the long wall with a mural featuring all the Villanova basketball players who have gone on to the NBA, Lowry smiles at his friend. "C's we need to get your picture up here," he says with a smile. "That's what I'm hoping for," he... (Villanova.com)
Former UCLA Bruin Kevin Love the Face of Newly Named EA Sports Franchise NCAA Basketball 09 Sep 12, 2008
He was the fifth pick in the 2008 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies and later traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. "It is quite an honor to be named cover athlete of NCAA Basketball 09," Love said. (IGN PS2)
T'wolves C Collins undergoes successful surgery Sep 12, 2008
The Stanford product was acquired by the T'Wolves via a June 26, eight- player, draft night trade with the Memphis Grizzlies that also landed Kevin Love, Mike Miller and Brian Cardinal to Minnesota. Copyright 2008 The Sports NetworkAll rights reserved. (ABC 7 News, DC)
* Sports Briefs Sep 12, 2008
Arthur is with the Memphis Grizzlies and Chalmers with the Miami Heat. This story has been viewed 225 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Celtics extend Rivers' contract Sep 11, 2008
ROOKIES FINED: Former Kansas teammates Darrell Arthur of the Memphis Grizzlies and Mario Chalmers of the Miami Heat were fined $20,000 apiece after being banished last week from the NBA rookie symposium for violating league policy, the league said. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rookies fined $20,000 apiece Sep 11, 2008
Arthur is with the Memphis Grizzlies and Chalmers with the Miami Heat. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Thursday, September 11, 2008. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Arthur, Chalmers fined $20,000 apiece by NBA Sep 11, 2008
Arthur is with the Memphis Grizzlies and Chalmers with the Miami Heat. (Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Pudge, Hunter suspended for fight Sep 11, 2008
Arthur (Memphis Grizzlies) and Chalmers (Miami Heat) apologized but denied using marijuana. Next year they'll have to again attend the symposium, which addresses the challenges of making the transition to pro ball. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Minimal stressing of knee may mean faster recovery for Brady Sep 9, 2008
"Sometimes you can repair [the meniscus]; if you can't, you tear out the torn part and leave the rest," said Azar, who is the team physician for the NBA team the Memphis Grizzlies, and is also on the board of directors of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Brady's injury conjures images of the knee damage suffered by another NFL quarterback, Carson Palmer of the Cincinnati Bengals. (Boston Globe)
Hornets resume business Monday Sep 6, 2008
UPDATED: 2 :35 a.m. CDT, September 06, 2008. Employees evacuated as Gustav approached Saturday, September 06, 2008 By John Reid. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Memphis Grizzlies adopt, tweak program that will have U of M students selling ticketsgram Sep 1, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
NBA players union suspends Mayo's ex-agent Aug 30, 2008
Mayo, who played one season at USC and was drafted third overall by the Memphis Grizzlies, has denied receiving improper funds. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Grizzlies sign Iranian C Haddadi Aug 29, 2008
(Sports Network) - The Memphis Grizzlies have signed free-agent center Hamed Haddadi, who recently played for the Iranian national team in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Haddadi, 23, was the only player in the Olympic games to average a double- double, posting 16. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Grizzlies sign Iranian center Aug 29, 2008
Advertisements The Memphis Grizzlies signed free-agent Hamed Haddadi, who played for the Iranian national team in the Olympics. The 7-foot-2, 254-pound center averaged 16. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sports briefs: Breakfast for champions (Today) Aug 29, 2008
The Memphis Grizzlies signed 7-foot-2, 254-pound free-agent center Hamed Haddadi, who played for the Iranian national team in the Olympics. Soccer. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
24 NBA professional players won medals Aug 28, 2008
The Spaniards who won silver were Jose Manuel Calderon from Toronto Raptors, Rudy Fernandez from Portland Trail Blazers, JorgeGarbajosa from Toronto Raptors in 07-08, Marc Gasol from Memphis Grizzlies, Pau Gazol from LA Lakers, Raul Lopez (02-05) from Utah Jazz and Juan Carlos Navarro from Memphis Grizzlies. Argentines winner of bronze were Carlos Delfino from Toronto Raptors 07-08 and Detroit Pistons 04-07; Manu Ginobili from San Antonio Spurs, Andres Nocioni from Chicago Bulls, Fabricio Oberto... (Xinhuanet, China)
Giants Community Fund honored Aug 25, 2008
Previous winners include the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles and Jacksonville Jaguars and the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies. Patterson, who devoted much of his time to coaching kids basketball among other charitable work, died unexpectedly in 2004. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
INTERNATIONAL ALLURE: Playing overseas growing in status Aug 21, 2008
of the Memphis Grizzlies signed with a Barcelona team. But what about the likes of Bryant and James. (USA Today -- Sports)
Just call me 'The aggregator' Aug 19, 2008
I d even argue that the Hawks aren t even second worse, as I d give that honor to the Memphis Grizzlies post-Gasol trade. The Hawks actually made the playoffs, which is impressive no matter how weak the Eastern Conference was. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
McHale high on young Timberwolves Aug 15, 2008
Of course McHale did do something else this offseason, most notably taking O.J. Mayo with the third overall pick in the NBA draft and shipping him to the Memphis Grizzlies for KevinLove and South Dakota native Mike Miller. "We couldn't say yes fast enough,"McHale said of the trade. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
World debates meaning of Spanish team photo Aug 15, 2008
The Spanish team includes three other NBA players: Pau Gasol of the Los Angeles Lakers, Juan Carlos Navarro of the Memphis Grizzlies, and Rudy Fernandez of the Portland Trail Blazers. Also on the Spanish team is former Raptor Jorge Garbajosa, whose NBA contract was bought in June, and 17-year-old sensation Ricky Rubio, who is a top prospect for the 2009 NBA draft. (Globe and Mail -- International)
