Sources: Valanciunas declines $17.6M option
Jonas Valanciunas is declining his $17.6M player option with the Memphis Grizzlies and will become a free agent this summer.
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2019 Schedule
33-49, 3rd in Southwest
- 2/12L 108-107
- 2/13L 122-110
- 2/22L 112-106
- 2/23L 112-107
- 2/25W 110-105
- 2/27L 109-107
- 3/2W 111-81
- 3/3L 99-95
- 3/5W 120-111
- 3/8W 114-104
- 3/10W 105-97
- 3/13L 132-111
- 3/16L 135-128
- 3/20W 126-125
- 3/22L 123-119
- 3/23L 112-99
- 3/25W 115-103
- 3/27L 118-103
- 3/30W 120-115
- 3/31L 113-96
- 4/3L 116-89
- 4/5W 122-112
- 4/7L 129-127
- 4/9L 100-93
- 4/10W 132-117
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Jenkins confident Grizz will give him ample time
Taylor Jenkins, hired as the Grizzlies' fourth head coach since Memphis reached the 2013 West finals, said he learned a lot about the team and the front office's vision during the interview process.
Grizzlies name Bucks' Jenkins as new head coach
The Memphis Grizzlies have named Milwaukee Bucks assistant Taylor Jenkins as their new head coach.
Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN
The Memphis Grizzlies are hiring Milwaukee Bucks assistant Taylor Jenkins as the franchise's next head coach, league sources tell ESPN. Jenkins is third NBA head coach to come directly off of Mike Budenholzer's coaching staff, including Utah's Quin Snyder and Brooklyn's Kenny Atkinson.
Sources: Morant to undergo minor knee surgery
Point guard Ja Morant, the projected No. 2 pick in the NBA draft, will undergo a minor scope on his right knee to remove "a loose body" on Monday and is expected to be fully recovered in 3 to 4 weeks, league sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Murray State's Morant signs deal with Nike
Ja Morant, projected to be the No. 2 pick in the NBA draft, has reached agreement on an endorsement deal with Nike.
Top 5 picks make up NBA All-Rookie first team
For the first time since the 1984-85 season, the top five selections in the NBA draft made up the NBA's All-Rookie first team that was announced Tuesday.
Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN
Memphis has been granted permission to interview Portland assistant Nate Tibbetts for franchise's head coaching job, league sources tell ESPN
Next moves for the Grizzlies: Should Memphis trade Mike Conley?
What's next for Memphis after winning the No. 2 pick?
Grizzlies drafting Morant could mean Conley's Memphis exit (1:44)
Sources: Grizz make it known they'd pick Morant
The Grizzlies have told interested parties at the NBA draft combine that they intend to select Murray State guard Ja Morant with the No. 2 pick in the draft, provided the Pelicans take Zion Williamson at No. 1, sources told ESPN.
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The Memphis Grizzlies have told interested parties in Chicago, where the NBA Draft Combine is underway, that they intend to select Murray State guard Ja Morant with the No. 2 pick in the draft, provided the New Orleans Pelicans take Zion Williamson with the first pick, sources told ESPN's Jonathan Givony. The Grizzlies were awarded the second pick in Tuesday's draft lottery, moving up from the eighth slot thanks to the luck of the ping pong balls. Sources say members of the Grizzlies front office and ownership group have let their intentions be known.
Pelicans get No. 1 pick in the draft (0:58)
Who's out, who's in: Tracking 2019's NBA coaching changes
Coaching changes are on the way for some teams that fell short of the postseason. We're tracking every move so far.
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Golden State Warriors assistant Jarron Collins interviewed for the Memphis Grizzlies head coaching job today, sources told Ramona Shelburne. The Grizzlies also recently interviewed Utah Jazz assistant Alex Jensen.
Sources: Jasikevicius on Grizzlies' coaching radar
The Memphis Grizzlies plan to meet with Sarunas Jasikevicius to discuss their coaching vacancy, league sources tell ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst. Jasikevicius is considered one of the EuroLeague's rising coaching stars.
Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN
The Memphis Grizzlies are interested in one of the EuroLeague's rising coaching stars, Lithuania's Sarunas Jasikevicius, and plan to meet with him soon, league sources told ESPN. Jasikevicius, 43, has rapidly built a reputation as a legitimate NBA head coaching candidate in his three seasons as coach of Zalgiris in Lithuania.
Stackhouse adds Griz assistant to Vandy staff
Jerry Stackhouse has added Memphis Grizzlies assistant Adam Mazarei to his coaching staff at Vanderbilt.
Grizzlies' Anderson undergoes shoulder surgery
Grizzlies forward Kyle Anderson has had surgery on his right shoulder.
Griz adding ex-GMs Cho, Grunwald to front office
The Memphis Grizzlies are adding a pair of former NBA general managers to their staff, hiring Rich Cho and Glen Grunwald, the team announced Wednesday.
Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN
Memphis Grizzlies are adding two former GM's to front office, hiring Rich Cho as VP of Basketball Strategy and Glen Grunwald as Senior Advisor, league sources tell ESPN. Memphis expected to make more additions in front office this offseason.
Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN
Grizzlies are adding two former GM's to front office, hiring Rich Cho as VP of Basketball Strategy and Glen Grunwald as Senior Advisor, league sources tell ESPN. Memphis expected to make more additions in front office this offseason.
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CJ Miles has opted into his $8.7M for the 2019-20 season, league sources tell ESPN.
Grizzlies fire Bickerstaff in major shake-up
The Grizzlies have fired coach J.B. Bickerstaff and reassigned general manager Chris Wallace in a big front-office shake-up.
Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN
The Grizzlies dismissed coach J.B. Bickerstaff and reassigned GM Chris Wallace to a scouting capacity in the front office, league sources tell ESPN. VP John Hollinger will also move into a senior advisory role. Grizzlies will start a search for a new head coach and pursue some more experienced personnel to join the front office, sources said.
2018-19 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 53 | 29 | .646 | - | L1 |
| San Antonio | 48 | 34 | .585 | 5 | W3 |
| Memphis | 33 | 49 | .402 | 20 | W1 |
| New Orleans | 33 | 49 | .402 | 20 | L1 |
| Dallas | 33 | 49 | .402 | 20 | L1 |
2018-19 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game103.530th
Rebounds Per Game41.829th
Assists Per Game23.919th
Points Allowed106.13rd
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Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 33 | 49 | .402 |
| 2017-18 | 22 | 60 | .268 |
| 2016-17 | 43 | 39 | .524 |
| 2015-16 | 42 | 40 | .512 |
| 2014-15 | 55 | 27 | .671 |