Tag: MikeCheck
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies rise to best in West with no plans to rest on laurels fueling ascent
The reality right now is that the Grizzlies are positioned atop the Western Conference standings this deep into the regular season for the first time in franchise history.
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MikeCheck: Jackson ‘never caught this type of rhythm before’ in sparking Grizzlies defensive surge
MEMPHIS – Barely a dozen games into his return from post-surgery rehab, Jaren Jackson Jr. is on pace for one of the most dominant defense seasons in NBA history.
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MikeCheck: At home, hungry and almost whole, streaking Grizzlies eager to maintain stride
His eyes were hidden behind the dark tint of the white-rimmed designer shades he wore as he analyzed the latest victory amid the Grizzlies’ longest win streak of the season. But it was clear to see where Dillon Brooks set his sights…
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MikeCheck: Jackson Jr. ‘excited to be back’ as Grizzlies All-NBA defender eyes season debut
After pushing through the last reps of an on-court drill, Jaren Jackson Jr. grabbed a basketball and jogged toward the halfcourt line at Washington’s Capital One Arena…
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MikeCheck: Communication is key as Grizzlies chart path toward defensive progress
The Grizzlies have a specific plan to overcome some of the defensive struggles that have hampered their progress in recent games. It starts with collectively talking their way through it.
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MikeCheck: Dependable depth forming early as Grizzlies aim to build on season’s solid start
Through four seasons as coach, Taylor Jenkins has routinely drilled home three principles that define the culture the Grizzlies have established since he arrived. Compete. Play together. Get better every day…
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MikeCheck: Kevin Hart – iconic comedian, actor, mogul – delivers FedExForum a Memphis ‘Reality Check’
From award-winning actor to one of the highest-grossing comedians of all time to multimedia venture capitalist, Kevin Hart quickly corrects anyone who dares to suggests he’s juggling a million jobs these days.
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MikeCheck: Clarke grateful hard work pays off with extension as Grizzlies set sights on season opener
On the eve of signing a four-year contract extension, forward Brandon Clarke met with students in the Memphis Grizzlies Scholars Program to share advice on everything from fashion and saving money to building confidence through adolescent years.
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MikeCheck: Key statements – and their meanings – as Grizzlies prep for NBA preseason slate
With training camp in full swing and preseason games looming, the Grizzlies maintain a big-picture focus while simultaneously sweating through the small details. The goal is to build on a breakthrough season that carried Memphis…
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies successfully sought the smoke, secured the NBA’s scheduling spotlight
Coming off a season in which Memphis set or matched multiple franchise records, the Grizzlies and their growing national fanbase are destined for another season of firsts as they embark on the 2022-23 NBA schedule.