NBA draft grades: Grizzlies earn solid marks
Ivan Rabb, a potential lottery pick last year, was a good value at No. 35, while Dillon Brooks (No. 45) offers a skill set that should be a nice fit for the Grizz.
2017 ScheduleAll times ET
2017 Schedule
43-39, 3rd in Southwest
- 3/6L 122-109
- 3/9L 114-98
- 3/11L 107-90
- 3/13W 113-93
- 3/15W 98-91
- 3/16W 103-91
- 3/18W 104-96
- 3/21L 95-82
- 3/23L 97-90
- 3/26L 106-94
- 3/27L 91-90
- 3/29W 110-97
- 3/31W 99-90
- 4/2L 108-103
- 4/4L 95-89
- 4/5L 103-100
- 4/7W 101-88
- 4/9L 103-90
- 4/12L 100-93
- 4/15L 111-82
- 4/17L 96-82
- 4/20W 105-94
- 4/22W 110-108
- 4/25L 116-103
- 4/27L 103-96
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Grizzlies (via Rockets) get Oregon F Dillon Brooks
The Memphis Grizzlies will receive Oregon forward Dillon Brooks (via Rockets), who was selected with the No. 45 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.
Grizzlies (via Magic) get California F Ivan Rabb
The Grizzlies will receive California forward Ivan Rabb (via Magic), who was the No. 35 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.
Jeff Goodman ESPN Insider
Orlando has traded the 35th overall pick to Memphis for a future second-round pick, source told ESPN.
Rumor Central: Grizzlies to offer Tony Allen low-dollar deal?
The Memphis Grizzlies are reportedly only prepared to offer guard Tony Allen a veteran minimum salary next season.
Rumor Central: Grizzlies expect Chandler Parsons to be ready for training camp
Memphis forward Chandler Parsons had surgery in March to fix the partial tear of the medial meniscus in his left knee.
Dillon Brooks draft highlights (0:30)
Ivan Rabb draft highlights (0:28)
NBA Las Vegas Summer League schedule release
The release of the NBA Summer League schedule reveals a matchup between the top two draft picks.
Durant says loss to Memphis changed season
After claiming his first NBA title on Monday night, Golden State Warriors All-Star Kevin Durant reflected on the turning point in his season, which came after an OT loss to the Grizzlies in January. "I was struggling at that point," Durant said of the January loss. "To have teammates that encourage you, that lift you up, that's what we all need in life. We came together, believed in each other and sacrificed. And we're champions now."
GIF: The evolution of Allen Iverson
On his 42nd birthday, watch Allen Iverson's growth from a rookie to The Answer in 30 seconds.
Carter calls Warriors 'unselfish superstars' (2:28)
Hustle and Flow
The Memphis Grizzlies unveiled their new NBA Development League affiliate team name, Memphis Hustle, on Thursday afternoon. The Hustle begin play in the 2017-18 season, with home games at the 8,400-seat Landers Center in Southaven, Miss.
ESPN Staff
The Memphis Grizzlies announced Chris Makris as the General Manager of Memphis' new NBA Developmental League franchise in Southaven, Miss., which will begin play in the 2017-18 season. Glynn Cyprien was also named the D-League team's head coach on Tuesday.
Marc Stein ESPN Senior Writer
Ed Stefanski, of course, worked alongside both Rod Thorn and Bucks coach Jason Kidd with the Nets ... while Kidd was still an active player.
Marc Stein ESPN Senior Writer
With Rod Thorn heading Milwaukee's GM search, Grizzlies executive Ed Stefanski is expected to get strong consideration for the position.
The Undefeated: Rhoden Fellows podcast: Let's talk more about the NBA playoffs
and more about graduation speeches at HBCUs
#NBArank's most memorable images
There's no shortage of timeless pictures throughout NBA history, but we ranked the best 12. Vinsanity soaring over Frederic Weis in the 2000 Olympics was a necessary inclusion.
ESPN Stats and Information
Although there wasn't a team there until 1997, Tennessee is the only state with three active major pro sports teams and no championship. The Nashville Predators, who advanced to their first Stanley Cup Final on Monday, could change that.
Fizdale says he was 'enlightening the public' with rant (2:20)
Conley: We're seeing Kawhi's value in his absence (1:17)
Conley doesn't see any team stopping LeBron (2:12)
Rumor Central: Rade Zagorac expected to join Grizzlies next season
The Grizzlies figure to have Serbian forward Rade Zagorac, whom they selected with the 35th pick in the 2016 draft, on their roster in 2017-18.
Lowe: Mike Conley talks about Marc Gasol
Zach talks to Memphis star Mike Conley about David Fizdale's all-time rant, his rocky NBA start, his friendship with Marc Gasol, and more.
The Undefeated: Stop using basketball as a Band-Aid for racial progress
The Grizzlies, or any NBA team, can't fix what systemic racism created
2016 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(17) | Wade Baldwin IV | PG | Vanderbilt |
| 2(27) | Wang Zhelin | C |
2016-17 Southwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio | 61 | 21 | .744 | - | L3 |
| Houston | 55 | 27 | .671 | 6 | W1 |
| Memphis | 43 | 39 | .524 | 18 | L2 |
| New Orleans | 34 | 48 | .415 | 27 | W1 |
| Dallas | 33 | 49 | .402 | 28 | W1 |
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game100.529th
Rebounds Per Game42.824th
Assists Per Game21.321st
Points Allowed100.03rd
Injuries
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 43 | 39 | .524 |
| 2015-16 | 42 | 40 | .512 |
| 2014-15 | 55 | 27 | .671 |
| 2013-14 | 50 | 32 | .610 |
| 2012-13 | 56 | 26 | .683 |