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The Memphis Grizzlies are a professional basketball team based in Memphis, Tennessee, competing in the NBA’s Western Conference Southwest Division. Known for their gritty, physical style and passionate fan base at FedExForum, the Grizzlies have established themselves as a consistent playoff contender since relocating from Vancouver in 2001. The franchise has twice reached the Western Conference Finals, in 2013 and 2022, showcasing a core built on defense, athleticism, and strong leadership. Led by dynamic guard Ja Morant, the team blends youthful energy with veteran experience, aiming to return to championship contention in the 2024–25 season and beyond.
The 2024–25 Memphis Grizzlies entered the season with high expectations after a strong finish in 2023–24, where they secured the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference before falling to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round. With Ja Morant fully healthy and flanked by emerging talents like Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr., the Grizzlies have shown flashes of dominance, including a recent 12-1 run in Portland during July training. However, roster turnover and injury concerns have kept them in the middle tier of the competitive Southwest Division, currently sitting at 11-12 after a tough stretch against division rivals.
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| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Minnesota Timberwolves | – | 49 | – | 33 | +275 | 8 |
| – | Sacramento Kings | – | 22 | – | 60 | -820 | -19 |
| – | Memphis Grizzlies | – | 25 | – | 57 | -493 | -16 |
| – | Utah Jazz | – | 22 | – | 60 | -692 | -19 |
| – | New Orleans Pelicans | – | 26 | – | 56 | -369 | -15 |
