Tag: MikeCheck
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MikeCheck: Tough decisions looming as Jenkins sorts through Grizzlies’ deep rotation options
As Marcus Smart tried to articulate his feelings in the Grizzlies postgame locker room after returning from a two-week injury absence, the crowd around him and the banter from nearby teammates only grew louder.
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MikeCheck: Morant, Jackson as ‘and/or’ proposition now crucial rotation formula for Grizzlies
The plan essentially involved providing a security blanket. In times of adversity, the quest for more stability and consistency calls for less from the Grizzlies when it comes to coach Taylor Jenkins’ primary rotations.
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MikeCheck: Defensive commitment crucial as Grizzlies seek to thwart third-quarter woes
Four games into the season, the Grizzlies know they’re far from the finished product they hope to become as one of the NBA’s top contending teams.
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MikeCheck: Facing hectic early schedule, Grizzlies depending on depth to set tone for season
Jaylen Wells had no idea the call would come so soon. So, when Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins motioned for the first two substitutions to enter the game midway through the first quarter of the season opener, Wells initially froze.
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MikeCheck: Eyeing championship breakthrough, Grizzlies grateful for fresh start to new season
There are times when Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins meets with Ja Morant or speaks to Brandon Clarke and reality sets in. In those moments, Jenkins pauses briefly and reflects.
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies prep for season opener as Jackson Jr. conditions from hamstring injury
The Grizzlies are targeting a weekend season debut for power forward Jaren Jackson Jr. as he continues to progress from a hamstring injury sustained in training camp.
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MikeCheck: Preseason metrics show Grizzlies making strides implementing high-paced offense
When this process officially began in training camp, the Grizzlies’ focus was always mindset over metrics. Remain deliberate in the approach, and the data would sort itself out.
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies grind through preseason growing pains as Morant, Jackson target opener
Minor injury snags have stalled two-thirds of the primary core, but Desmond Bane remains focused on establishing chemistry as the Grizzlies balance patience and progress through their preseason development.
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies balancing patience and progress amid Edey’s fit within fast-paced system
Halloween is still a few weeks away. By then, Ja Morant doesn’t believe there will be many costumes as spooky or imposing as the Grizzlies’ outfit once 7-foot-4 rookie center Zach Edey finds his comfort zone within the offense.
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies emerge from training camp connected, committed as preseason looms
After three days of intense practices 200 miles from their home base, the Grizzlies believe they’ve covered significant ground as they return to Memphis to continue preparations for the regular season.