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Grizzlies, Taylor Jenkins and Head Coach

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The Grizzlies handed the reins from Jenkins to Tuomas Iisalo, who was brought on as an assistant in July.
SFGate |
Desmond Bane led Memphis with 29 points, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 24 points.
U.S. News & World Report |
It's still possible, at least mathematically, that Memphis could get back to No. 2 in the West, and it’s highly unlikely that the Grizzlies will fall into the play-in tournament range.

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NBA Head Coaches Who Could Be Next After Grizzlies' Taylor Jenkins Firing
Iisalo led Paris Basketball to the 2024 EuroCup Finals, earning Coach of the Year. Now he's a head coach in the NBA, albeit with the interim tag. He may prove to be the Grizzlies' top candidate for next year, or he could be a placeholder.
Ja Morant, other Grizzlies react to unexpected firing of coach Taylor Jenkins
It caught the Grizzlies players off guard, too. Nobody expected Memphis to fire coach Taylor Jenkins with just a few weeks left in the regular season — the team had slipped in recent months but was still 15 games over .
Memphis Grizzlies players' reactions to Taylor Jenkins' firing same as everyone else's: 'Is this real?'
Taylor Jenkins is the only coach Ja Morant has ever played under in the NBA. For the No. 2 overall pick in the 2019 draft, 'It was a lot to process.'
Lakers beat Grizzlies 134-127 in Iisalo's debut as Memphis coach
Austin Reaves had 31 points and eight assists, Luka Doncic added 29 points and nine assists and the Los Angeles Lakers held on for a 134-127 win over Memphis on Saturday night in the Grizzlies’ first game under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo.
Player Grades: Lakers vs. Grizzlies
The Lakers needed a win over the Grizzlies like a fish needs water, so it’s a good thing they got it done. It was a tough game with eight different lead changes, but the Lakers pulled away midway through the fourth and never looked back.
Lakers bounce back with win over Grizzlies
Following a stunning loss in Chicago on Thursday, the Lakers build a 20-point first-half lead and finish with 19 3-pointers as Austin Reaves scores 31 and Luka Doncic adds 29 in a 134-127 win over
GM Says Firing Grizzlies' Coach With 9 Games Left His Decision and in Team's Best Interests
The general manager of the Memphis Grizzlies says the decision to fire coach Taylor Jenkins with nine games remaining in the regular season with the franchise firmly in the playoff chase was "mine and mine only.
Grizzlies show ‘no big changes’ in first game without Taylor Jenkins. But change must come
Suddenly, the team's short- and long-term future is more uncertain than it has been since the start of the Ja Morant era in 2019.
Heat Coach Erik Spoelstra Sends Clear Message After Grizzlies' Taylor Jenkins Decision
The Memphis Grizzlies are tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for fourth place in the Western Conference, but they fired head coach Taylor Jenkins on Friday after six seasons. Former assistant Tuomas Iisalo will be the interim coach for the remainder of the campaign.

Ja Morant's Final Injury Status For Lakers-Grizzlies Game

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The Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies will be facing off tonight in what could be a crucial game in terms of playoff standings. Both teams are tied with a 44-29 record entering this contest, so...
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In their most recent game, the Magic topped the Kings on Saturday, 121-91. Paolo Banchero scored a team-high 24 points (and chipped in six assists and six boards).

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Lakers vs Grizzlies Injury Report: Austin Reaves, Ja Morant Status Revealed
The Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies will be facing off tonight in what could be a crucial game in terms of playoff standings. Both teams are tied with a 44-29 record entering this contest, so the winner will claim the No.
BREAKING: Ja Morant's Final Injury Status For Lakers-Grizzlies Game
For the game, the Grizzlies will get their best player back in action, as Ja Morant has been upgraded to available. The former Murray State star had missed six games in a row. Via Underdog NBA: "Ja Morant (hamstring) available to play Saturday.
Is Ja Morant playing tonight? Grizzlies vs. Lakers injury report
The Memphis Grizzlies have officially listed Ja Morant as questionable for Saturday night’s critical Western Conference matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Both teams, tied at 44-29 and locked in a tight playoff race,
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Orlando Magic Injury Report: News, Statuses, Inactives for Monday, March 31
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The Lakers' 'Big 3' achieved an NBA first on Saturday vs Grizzlies
Each of them had at least six rebounds and eight assists, and that production made them the first trio in NBA history to ever have at least 25 points, five rebounds and five assists each while also making two 3-pointers apiece.
Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers Post-Game Stats: Lakers’ Star Trio Shines In Bounce-Back Victory
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a 134-127 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies at FedEx Forum on Saturday as the Lakers trio dominated the game.
Celtics at Grizzlies preview: Boston wraps up road trip in Memphis seeking ninth straight win
The Celtics have had a successful Western Conference road trip as they carry an eight-game winning streak into Monday night’s game in Memphis. Jayson Tatum returned from an ankle injury to post an excellent performance against the Spurs, finishing with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists in San Antonio.
Celtics vs. Grizzlies odds, line, prediction, time: 2025 NBA picks, March 31 best bets from proven model
SportsLine's model simulated Memphis Grizzlies vs. Boston Celtics 10,000 times and revealed its NBA picks for Monday's matchup
Boston Celtics vs. Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report: News, Statuses, Inactives for Monday, March 31
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NBA Rewind: Can Grizzlies’ season be saved? And Thunder, Magic, Bulls are on the rise
Here’s your latest NBA Rewind! We only have two more NBA Stock Reports left in this season, including this one. There’s no better time to highlight the team that has been making waves and dominating all season long.
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NBA Power Rankings: Grizzlies fire Jenkins; Bulls stun Lakers; Lillard out with blood clot
The Milwaukee Bucks also received a potential season-altering blow. Damian Lillard will be out for an unknown amount of time with blood clots on his calf. With the playoffs around the corner, his possible absence could prematurely end their season.
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Boston Celtics vs. Memphis Grizzlies: Stream, lineups, injury reports, broadcast (3/31)
Memphis moving on from head coach Taylor Jenkins could motivate the club or make their woes even worse, so Boston ought to come prepared to play.
Grizzlies GM Offers More Details Into Why Taylor Jenkins Was Fired
Memphis Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman offered more details on why head coach Taylor Jenkins was fired.
Warriors’ Jonathan Kuminga Reveals Injury News Before Grizzlies Game
Despite the victory propelling the Warriors back to sixth in the Western Conference, it came at a cost, as Jonathan Kuminga exited the game after landing awkwardly on his ankle. The 22-year-old forward did not return, sparking concerns about the severity of the injury.
'Quite a scramble': New coach Tuomas Iisalo takes control of Grizzlies
New head coach Tuomas Iisalo will lead Memphis down the stretch following the unexpected firing of Taylor Jenkins.
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