Tag: Memphis Grizzlies

Scotty Pippen Jr. out after toe procedure

Scotty Pippen Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies)
October 2025

Pippen will undergo a sesamoidectomy on his left big toe, ruling him out to start the season. The club will update his timeline post-op, with expectations of a full recovery. Persistent discomfort necessitated surgical intervention. Memphis open versus New Orleans and will redistribute secondary guard minutes while monitoring rehab milestones before on-court reconditioning and load management phases resume.

Jaren Jackson Jr back weeks early for preseason

Jaren Jackson Jr (Memphis Grizzlies)
October 2025

Jackson returned to preseason action ahead of schedule after toe surgery, easing concerns about opening-night availability under new coach Tuomas Iisalo. Minutes now target conditioning and lineup reps. His two-way impact remains central as Memphis resets schemes in Iisalo’s first full year.

NBA Sets 2026 Regular-Season Games in Berlin and London

Memphis Grizzlies, Orlando Magic (NBA)
January 15 & 18, 2026

The NBA has confirmed that the Grizzlies and Magic will play regular-season games in Berlin and London in January 2026, marking the league’s first regular-season game in Germany and 10th in London.
The games will be held at Uber Arena and The O2, presented by Tissot. The NBA also revealed future games in Manchester and Paris for 2027, and in Berlin and Paris for 2028, with teams to be announced later.

Jock Landale Joins Grizzlies Amid Frontcourt Injuries

Jock Landale (Memphis Grizzlies)
July 2025

Free agent center Jock Landale has signed with the Grizzlies to bolster their depleted frontcourt following Jay Huff’s trade and multiple injuries.
With Zach Edey recovering from ankle surgery and Jaren Jackson Jr. out 12 weeks, Memphis turned to Landale, a strong screener and improving shooter, to fill the gap.

Jaren Jackson Jr. Inks $240M Grizzlies Extension

Jaren Jackson Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies)
July 1, 2025

Memphis are finalizing a five-year, $240 million max extension with All-Star big man Jaren Jackson Jr., solidifying him as a franchise cornerstone alongside Ja Morant through at least the 2027–28 NBA season.
The deal adds four years to his current contract and includes a player option in 2029–30. Jackson led the league in floaters and blocks, and continues improving both defensively and offensively.

Aldama Signs $52.5M Extension with Grizzlies

Santi Aldama (Memphis Grizzlies)
July 1, 2025

Restricted free agent Santi Aldama has agreed to a three-year, $52.5 million deal to remain with the Memphis Grizzlies after a breakout season, averaging 12.5 points and 6.4 rebounds per game.
The deal was negotiated by CAA agents and finalized Monday night. Aldama’s shooting and versatility made him a key piece for Memphis. The Grizzlies see him as a long-term contributor in their rotation.

Zach Edey to Undergo Ankle Surgery, Likely to Miss Season Start

Zach Edey (Memphis Grizzlies)
Injury earlier this week; surgery planned soon

Grizzlies center Zach Edey re-sprained his left ankle during offseason training and will undergo surgery. The All-Rookie first-team pick is expected to miss the start of the 2025–26 season but will fully recover.
The surgery aims to restabilize an ankle that caused missed time during the season. Despite injury setbacks, Edey led all rookies in FG% and rebounds, logging 12 double-doubles and finishing 5th in Rookie of the Year voting.

Thunder Sweep Grizzlies to Reach Western Semifinals

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Memphis Grizzlies
April 27, 2025 (First-Round Playoffs, Game 4)

Oklahoma City Thunder completed a 4-0 series sweep over the Memphis Grizzlies with a narrow 117-115 win, advancing to the Western Conference semifinals.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points as the Thunder held off a late Grizzlies rally; Memphis played without Ja Morant, and Bane missed a final chance to extend the game.

Ja Morant Ruled Out of Game 4 with Left Hip Injury as Grizzlies Face Elimination

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)
April 2025 (Game 4, First-Round Playoffs)

Ja Morant will miss Game 4 against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a left hip injury suffered during Memphis’ Game 3 loss.
Morant crashed to the court after a foul, missed two free throws, and exited in pain. Already down 0-3, the Grizzlies now face elimination without their superstar guard.

Judge Dismisses Assault Lawsuit Against Ja Morant, Citing Self-Defense

Ja Morant v Joshua Holloway
April 2025 (Ruling issued Monday)

A judge has dismissed a civil lawsuit filed by Joshua Holloway, who accused Ja Morant of assault during a 2022 pickup game, ruling Morant acted in self-defense.
The court found Holloway’s testimony not credible and upheld Morant’s civil immunity under Tennessee’s “stand your ground” law. Witnesses, including Mike Miller, confirmed Holloway initiated the incident by hitting Morant with the ball.

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