Grizzlies Podcast

The Memphis Grizzlies will begin their 2022-23 season on Monday, starting with media day. The team will then start preseason practices before a five-game preseason slate. From Jaren Jackson Jr.'s injury, Ja Morant's offseason, contract status and expectations, there's a lot to discuss. Also, don't forget Morant's quest for a Nike signature shoe. Memphis Grizzlies beat writer Damichael Cole and Tigers football beat writer Evan Barnes discuss all of those topics on this edition of the Grizzlies podcast.

The Memphis Grizzlies have had a quiet summer so far, but things are heating up with the recent addition of four draft picks. Not only did the Grizzlies add four players through the draft, but they also brought in Danny Green and traded away De'Anthony Melton.  With a crowded roster, tough decisions will need to be made soon based on how the Grizzlies approach free agency.  In this Grizzlies podcast, Columnist Mark Giannotto and beat writer Damichael Cole recap the NBA Draft, look ahead to free agency and examine the outlook of the Grizzlies' roster.

The Memphis Grizzlies ended the season losing in six games to the Golden State Warriors during the Western Conference semifinals. Being that the Grizzlies didn't have their regular season starting lineup for any of those games, there is cautious optimism heading into the offseason. From Ja Morant's extension, Ziaire Williams' progression and free agency decisions, this is one of the biggest offseasons in franchise history. Memphis was one of the deepest teams in the NBA last season. The Grizzlies benefitted from that depth when several players went down, but the bill always come due in the summer.  In this podcast, Grizzlies beat writer Damichael Cole and columnist Mark Giannotto recap the 2021-22 season while looking at offseason decisions on Dillon Brooks, Tyus Jones and more.

The Memphis Grizzlies tied the series against Golden State 1-1 with their win on Tuesday, but they're still in a trailing position. The Warriors took one game and now have homecourt advantage. As tight as the basketball games have been, much talk has been centered around big flagrant fouls from each game, The latest caused Warriors guard Gary Payton II to fracture his elbow. In this episode, Grizzlies beat writer Damichael Cole and columnist Mark Giannotto discuss how the implications from the hard fouls and the biggest keys for the remainder of this series.

The Memphis Grizzlies lost Game 1 in the first round against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Even though Grizzlies players aren't calling Tuesday a must-win game, chances of winning the series will plummet with another loss.  Ja Morant scored 32 points in Game 1, but he saw coverages that limited to mostly two-point attempts and free throws. Jaren Jackson Jr. and Steven Adams each struggled as Karl Anthony-Towns scored 29 points and added 13 rebounds. In this Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Damichael Cole and sports columnist Mark Giannotto discuss what the Grizzlies need to do in Game 2 and how the Timberwolves attacked in Game 1.

The Memphis Grizzlies will begin their playoff run on Saturday against the Minnesota Timberwolves.  Memphis is the No. 2 seed and favorite, but the Timberwolves had one of the best second half runs in the Western Conference. The foes split their four regular season meetings. This is also a meeting of two of the NBA's best young cores. In this Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Damichael Cole and Columnist Mark Giannotto discuss the biggest keys to the series, Ja Morant's effectiveness and how Memphis matches up with Minnesota's star trio.

The Memphis Grizzlies have three games remaining this season and a chance to set a new franchise record in wins. They'll need to win two of their final three games to reshape history.  Ja Morant is expected to be reevaluated Thursday after being out the last two weeks, and the Western Conference picture is getting clear.  On this Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Damichael Cole and columnist Mark Giannatto discuss Morant's status ahead of the playoffs, potential first-round opponents and how potentially losing the Los Angeles Lakers' first-round pick impacts the future of the Grizzlies.

The Memphis Grizzlies are Southwest Division champions for the first time in franchise history and have a lot to look forward to in the playoffs.  Before the playoffs, the Grizzlies (54-23) have five games remaining where they can strategically rest and keep guys in a rhythm.  In this Grizzlies podcast, columnist Mark Giannotto and beat writer Damichael Cole discuss how the Grizzlies match up with the No.1 seeded Phoenix Suns, potential playoff opponents and how players have stepped up during the six-game winning streak.

There have been a lot of moving parts with the Memphis Grizzlies lately. Dillon Brooks is back, the race for the Western Conference's No. 2 seed is heating up and a first-round lottery pick via the Los Angeles Lakers is within reach. In this Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Damichael Cole and Memphis Tigers football beat writer Evan Barnes discuss how the Grizzlies schedule matches up with the Golden State Warriors, Brooks and the lottery pick. Plus, the two writers will dive into the Grizzlies being given an all-access look by ESPN that hasn't been done in four years. 

The Memphis Grizzlies haven't rounded into their pre-All-Star break form yet based on results, but they appear to be getting closer. The Grizzlies are 4-3 since the All-Star break, but have five consecutive games against teams not projected to make the playoffs coming up. During that time, the Grizzlies are hoping to get back forward Dillon Brooks, too.  On this episode of the Grizzlies basketball podcast, the `beat writer Damichael Cole and columnist Mark Giannotto discuss the Grizzlies upcoming schedule, potential playoffs opponents and the eventual return of Brooks. 

The NBA All-Star break is over. The Memphis Grizzlies (41-19) have 22 regular season games remaining before a much anticipated potential playoff appearance. The roster is healthy and should be getting Dillon Brooks back soon. Their first game back is Thursday night in Minnesota against the Timberwolves (7 p.m. Bally Sports Southeast). Beat writer Damichael Cole and columnist Mark Giannotto discussed the All-Star festivities and the five biggest keys for the Grizzlies throughout the remainder of the season. 

The Memphis Grizzlies started the season 9-10 but have been one of the NBA's best teams since the slow start.  A lot of history and notoriety has taken place. Ja Morant is an All-Star starter, Taylor Jenkins won Western Conference Coach of the Month in December and Desmond Bane will play in the Rising Stars competition and participate in the 3-point shootout.  New Grizzlies beat writer Damichael Cole and columnist Mark Giannotto discussed those topics in the return of the Grizzlies podcast. They also talked about the outlook for the remainder of the season.  Note: Some audio issues can be found in this podcast.

Mark Giannotto and David Cobb take stock of the Grizzlies 26 games into the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commercial Appeal columnist Mark Giannotto and Grizzlies beat writer David Cobb preview the season opener and discuss how things will look in 2019-20. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Memphis Grizzlies beat writer David Cobb and sports columnist Mark Giannotto discuss all the happenings from the team's annual preseason media day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Cobb, Mark Giannotto and Jason Munz discuss what Taylor Jenkins' introductory press conference revealed about the Grizzlies' new front office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, beat writer David Cobb and columnist Mark Giannotto examine how the Grizzlies should proceed with the No. 2 overall pick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Grizzlies, still reveling in their NBA lottery luck, are in the enviable position of deciding who to take with the second overall pick in June's draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, beat writer David Cobb and columnist Mark Giannotto debate how the Grizzlies and their new-look front office should handle what could be a pivotal offseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of the Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer David Cobb, columnist Mark Giannotto and reporter/producer Jason Munz break down the new-look Grizzlies, discuss whether they'll be able to convey the draft pick they owe the Boston Celtics this season or next, and if front office changes need to be made sooner rather than later. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.