Grits and Grinds: Memphis Grizzlies

Ahead of their first preseason game, the Memphis Grizzlies announced that Ja Morant had sprained his ankle in practice and will be "week to week." With no Morant available, Ty Jerome stepped into the starting lineup against the Pistons and had a strong debut. Rookie Cedric Coward's debut was not as smooth.To discuss performances from the first preseason game and the impact of the Ja Morant injury, Michael Wallace of Grind City Media joins Keith on this episode. They talk about Ty Jerome and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope making good first impressions, and some of the struggles on the rest of the roster, including issues the team will hope to clean up moving forward.Come play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners this season! Sign-ups are open at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

"Speed Kills" is a common refrain being repeated by Grizzlies players when they speak to the media at training camp in Nashville. Head coach Tuomas Iisalo is pushing the Grizzlies, which led the NBA in pace last season, to go even faster this season. Will it work? How will the Grizzlies be able to evolve to stay ahead of the curve in an NBA that is embracing playing faster?This episode goes over those questions, plus also gets the input of newcomers Ty Jerome and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope as they speak about how the speed in Memphis compares to their previous training camps. Also covered: Ja Morant is enjoying wearing his Murray State gear around Belmont, Santi Aldama is ready for all the minutes he can get, and Tuomas Iisalo has compliments for rookie Cedric Coward and sees opportunities for him.Come play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners this season! Sign-ups are open at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies held media day on Monday and it was an opportunity to hear from Zach Kleiman, Tuomas Iisalo, and every player before they kick off training camp. It is also the chance to hear from new team additions such as Cedric Coward, Ty Jerome and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. There was a lot of talk about "fit" and "culture," and excitement for what the team can be this season. This episode goes over the the most notable tjhings that were said, including Ja's goal to play all 82 games and a philosophical question about the timeline for winning a championship.Come play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners this season! Sign-ups are open at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

Ahead of next week's training camp, the Grizzlies announced several key injury updates, including a new injury for Brandon Clarke that will keep him out for several weeks. This weakens an already depleted frontcourt that is expecting to be without Jaren Jackson Jr and Zach Edey as the season opens.On this episode, the breaking Brandon Clarke injury news is discussed alongside the good update for Cedric Coward, and the updated timelines for the returns of Zach Edey and Jaren Jackson Jr. Also covered: what will the frontcourt rotation look like without Zach, Jaren and Brandon, and which players will have the biggest opportunity in their absence? Join the listener slack and play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

Parker Fleming joins Keith on this episode to discuss the Top 25 players in the history of the Memphis Grizzlies, and the results of the fan and media poll that Parker conducted.Also included: who are the most underrated and overrated Grizzlies players ever?Join the listener slack and play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastread Parker's multiple posts about the Top 25 Players since the Grizzlies moved to Memphis, including the fan and media votes, at subtsakalidis.substack.comUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

In honor of the upcoming 25th season in Memphis, and sparked by Parker Fleming's Substack post (subtsakalidis.substack.com/p/memphis-grizzlies-top-25-media-consensus-list-randolph-gasol-conley-jackson-morant-allen-bane-nba), Keith reveals his rank of the top 25 Grizzlies players since the franchise moved to Memphis. This episode goes over the top 10 player's on Keith's list, which of course includes the Cour Four, Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr, and Pau Gasol, but perhaps not in the order you think.Join the listener slack and play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies signed former 1st round pick O-Max Prosper to a two-way contract after he was waived by the Mavericks. Prosper is an athletic forward who is still raw offensively, but could be a low-risk project and fill a need in the frontcourt. This episode discusses the move, plus the training camp signings of Lawson Lovering and Tyler Burton.Also: Santi Aldama and Spain are eliminated in EuroBasket.Join the listener slack and support the show at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast Use promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

According to reporting from The Daily Memphian, the Grizzlies have so far been reluctant to sign a long-term lease with the city of Memphis due to concerns about the state of downtown and the areas around the FedExForum. How much worry should Grizzlies' fans have about the franchise's future in Memphis?To discuss that topic, Chris Herrington joins Keith on this episode. Beyond the current lease situation, they also talk about the best and worst moves the team made this offseason, the fit of Scotty Pippen Jr, Ty Jerome and Ja Morant, and some of the greatest American films of the 1940s.To join the listener fantasy football league go to Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfast.Use promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The NBA regular season schedule was released and this episode looks at the specifics of the Grizzlies' schedule including back-to-backs, rest advantages, national tv games, and more. Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies are arguably further from a title than they've been in several seasons after trading Desmond Bane to the Magic, so how would you assess their busy offseason? It was an offseason that saw the team avoid free agency with Jaren Jackson Jr, add Ty Jerome, and acquire Cedric Coward in the lottery. What are the standards to judge the offseason? What is the overall goal to be measured by? This episode discusses those questions.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies announced that they will play their first ever regular season game in Europe, as they will face the Orlando Magic in Berlin and London as part of the NBA's Europe Games. This decision means that the Grizzlies will not host a nationally televised MLK Day game, which breaks from the longstanding tradition since the team moved to Memphis.On this episode, Keith goes over that decision (0:50), and then he speaks with former NBA front office worker Owen Phillips about the most (and least) predictive stats from summer league, the new rule change about heaves, and some other general NBA topics (7:45).You can sign up for Owen's newsletter at theF5.substack.comJoin the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies signed big man PJ Hall to a 2-way contract, released Zyon Pullin, and wrapped up their Summer League with a win over the Clippers. In that victory, 2nd-round draft pick Javon Small stood out with 17 points and 9 assists. This episode discusses the addition of Hall, Javon Small's strong performance in Las Vegas, and wraps up Summer League.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

Jahmai Mashack and Javon Small were notable in the Grizzlies' summer league defeat to Atlanta. This episode discusses that game and the loss to the Warriors, and Mashack's continued push to be considered for one of Memphis' two-way contracts.Also covered: Santi Aldama's contract details and the hiring of Ryan Saunders.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

Many of the offseason dominos have begun falling, with the Grizzlies making official their buyout of Cole Anthony and announcing new contracts for Jaren Jackson Jr and Cam Spencer. Plus, the Summer Grizzlies picked up a win over the Trail Blazers after losing their debut in Vegas against the Celtics.On this episode, recorded at NBA Summer League, Keith discusses all of those latest developments plus Ja Morant's unexpected appearance to support the team.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies lost consecutive games at the Salt Lake City Summer by one point, but more importantly veterans GG Jackson, Cam Spencer and Jaylen Wells have shined, and 2nd round draftee Jahmai Mashack made a strong impression in his first two games. On this episode, Chris Herrington from the Daily Memphian joins Keith to discuss these summer league performances, plus the acquisition of Jock Landale, the breaking news about Tarik Biberovic, the odds of Cole Anthony being moved in the next week, and more.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies traded back-up center Jay Huff to the Indiana Pacers over the weekend, and reportedly will bring in Jock Landale to bolster the front court. Also, the Summer Grizzlies kicked off summer league with a win over the Thunder, where GG Jackson, Jaylen Wells and Cam Spencer led the way..This episode discusses the Jay Huff and Jock Landale transactions, the salary cap ramifications, and the Summer League victory.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

Seemingly out of nowhere, and a day after the details of his new extension came out, the Grizzlies announced that Jaren Jackson Jr suffered a toe injury that will keep him out for at least 12 weeks. This latest bit of unfortunate news was an unpleasant twist after the Grizzlies took care of a lot of contract and roster business earlier in the week.This episode discusses Jaren's injury, the return to play timeline, the way it affects the Grizzlies' summer, and more. Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies came out of the gates swinging in NBA Free Agency and made a splash by acquiring Cavaliers 6th Man Ty Jerome, and took care of Jaren Jackson Jr, Santi Aldama, and Cam Spencer with new contracts. Also- the team moved on from Cole Anthony to create the space for Jaren's long-awaited renegotiation and extension. This episode discusses all the moves and the roster as it stands. Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies introduced their newly drafted rookies, gave some updates about Summer League and officially made Sandi Aldama and Cam Spencer restricted free agents. This episode goes over those news items, plus looks at the latest reports about Cole Anthony, Ty Jerome and the Grizzlies' coaching staff.Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK

The Grizzlies made an aggressive trade to move up in the 2025 NBA Draft and take Cedric Coward, who hopes to fill a crucial role on the wing. This episode discusses the draft pick, plus the second round selections of Javon Small and Jahmai Mashack, and looks at the roster as it currently stands.Also: a brief history of Zach Kleiman trading up!Join the listener slack and get a bonus episode at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAKUse promo code FBBF and get up to $1000 in bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK