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Memphis, Tenn. — The Memphis Grizzlies announced applications for 191 Collabs, presented by Hennessy, are open for the upcoming 2024-25 season. &nbsp;

Entering its third season, 191 Collabs is an incubator program that assists local designers and artists with producing and profiting from an official Grizzlies garment collection, sold exclusively at FedExForum, located at 191 Beale Street. Interested applicants can go to 191collabs.com to share contact information and work samples by Monday, June 10, to be eligible. &nbsp;

191 Collabs continues to celebrate Memphis creators and showcase the city’s unique voice and vibe through hyper-local Grizz Garments. Past collaborators include Prep Curry, Alexis Miché, Unapologetic, ODDS Atelier, Zach Myers of Shinedown, Good Hippy, Rowdy Dept. and Immortal Ink. &nbsp;

Fans who want to support the Memphis Grizzlies and purchase 2024-25 season tickets can do so now by going online to grizzlies.com/tickets. For more information on the Grizzlies, visit grizzlies.com, ‘like’ Memphis Grizzlies on Facebook or follow @memgrizz on Twitter/X and Instagram. 

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Memphis Artists and Designers: Apply to partner with the Grizzlies for year three of 191 Collabs to create Grizz Gear With a Memphis vibe and local design

Memphis, Tenn. – The NBA today announced that Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II was named to the 2023-24 NBA All-Rookie Second Team. 

Jackson II (6-9, 215) competed in 48 games (18 starts) this season and averaged 14.6 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 25.7 minutes after he was selected by the Grizzlies with the 45th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The youngest player in the NBA this season, the 19-year-old ranked fourth among rookies in scoring average and third after the All-Star break behind only San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama and Charlotte’s Brandon Miller. He also ranked fourth in defensive rating (111.4) among rookies who averaged at least 24 minutes per game. 

The South Carolina native averaged 20.4 points in his final 18 appearances this season, reaching double figures in every game, and recorded 37.5 points over his final two games. He set a single-game rookie franchise record with a career-high 44 points, the second-highest scoring total by a teenager in NBA history, in the regular season finale on April 14 vs. Denver.&nbsp;

Jackson II is the fifth Grizzlies player in the last six seasons to receive All-Rookie honors, including Jaren Jackson Jr. (First Team in 2018-19), Ja Morant and Brandon Clarke (First Team in 2019-20) and Desmond Bane (Second Team in 2021-22). 

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GG Jackson II Named to NBA All-Rookie Second Team

Memphis, Tenn. — The Memphis Grizzlies today announced the organization will host its Raise the Rim unveiling ceremony at Fox Meadows Elementary School on Tuesday, May 21, from 2-3 p.m., gifting the school two new Grizzlies-branded basketball hoop systems.&nbsp;

Created during the 2023-24 season,theRaise the Rim initiative is designed to support local youth and families, providing them with access to quality equipment to pursue their love for basketball, healthy exercise and fun.&nbsp;

Fans and members of the Memphis community were encouraged to nominate local non-profits, schools and community centers lacking quality outdoor basketball hoops systems. Outdated systems were removed and replaced with brand new systems, complete with backboards, poles, rims, nets and pole padding. John P. Freeman Optional School was also selected to receive two new basketball hoop systems, alongside Fox Meadows Elementary School. &nbsp;

“We are so grateful to the Grizzlies for this generous gift of two new Grizzlies-branded basketball hoop systems,” Fox Meadows Elementary Principal Tameka Allen said. “It will build school camaraderie and give our students the opportunity to increase their skills.”&nbsp;

Accompanied by Grizzlies analyst Brevin Knight and former Grizzlies player Tony Allen, Grizzlies Head Coach Taylor Jenkins will also make a special appearance at the event, presenting his fifth annual Assists for Education donation. Throughout the past five seasons, Jenkins has pledged $10 per Grizzlies assist to provide educational support for students in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. The program provides everyday necessities, such as school supplies, socks, clothing and more, to students throughout the greater Memphis area. This season, the Grizzlies recorded 2,025 assists in 82 regular season games. Led by Desmond Bane’s 230 assists, Jenkins donated $20,250 through the initiative.&nbsp;

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Memphis Grizzlies Host Raise the Rim Unveiling Ceremony on Tuesday, May 21

The Memphis Grizzlies today announced the organization will host the&nbsp;Grizzlies Garage Sale, benefiting&nbsp;St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, on&nbsp;Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Grand Lobby of FedExForum.

The single-day event allows fans to purchase Grizzlies memorabilia, autographed items, sneakers, jerseys, basketballs and more from previous seasons. Fans can also enjoy various food trucks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Complimentary parking in Gossett Motors Parking Garage will be available for all participants. All sales are final, and shoppers are responsible for same-day transportation of each purchase. The Grizzlies Garage Sale is a cashless event.

The Grizzlies Den, a Fanatics experience, will also open at 10 a.m. for fans to score 40% off all remaining 191 Collabs inventory, City Edition product and select on-court apparel.

FedExForum has a&nbsp;clear bag policy&nbsp;that limits the size and types of bags that may be brought into the venue for all events. Only clear bags made of plastic, vinyl, or PVC no larger than&nbsp;6x8x2 inches&nbsp;will be allowed inside FedExForum. Clear bags may not have an all-over print or decoration that prohibits full view of its contents. Clear bags may contain a strap, but metal or chain straps are prohibited. Guests will be limited to one (1) clear bag per person. For more information, visit&nbsp;fedexforum.com/arena-policy-updates.

Fans who want to support the Memphis Grizzlies and purchase 2024-25 season tickets can do so now by going online togrizzlies.com/tickets.&nbsp;For more information on the Grizzlies, visit&nbsp;grizzlies.com,&nbsp;‘like’ Memphis Grizzlies on Facebook or follow@memgrizz&nbsp;on Twitter/X and Instagram.

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Memphis Grizzlies host Grizzlies Garage Sale benefiting St. Jude on Saturday, May 18

Open positions include Grizz Girls, Grannies & Grandpas, Blue Bunch, Grizzline, Claw Crew and Kings of the Court

Memphis, Tenn. – The Memphis Grizzlies will host open auditions throughout the summer as they search for the next performers to join their Live Entertainment teams for the upcoming 2024-25 season. Grizzlies Live Entertainment squads perform at Grizzlies home games and represent the team at promotional and community events in the Memphis area and regionally. An open casting call is out for performers of all ages and backgrounds for the following groups: Grizz Girls, outfitted by Varsity Spirit, Grannies & Grandpas, Blue Bunch, Claw Crew, Grizzline, presented by AutoZone, and the Kings of the Court. Fans who want to learn more about each Entertainment Team can go online to grizzlies.com/audition.  

GRIZZLIES LIVE ENTERTAINMENT TEAM AUDITIONS SCHEDULE:&nbsp;

Audition clinics and prep classes are available for interested applicants who want to learn the audition routines early for dance-specific tryouts, including Grizz Girls, Grannies & Grandpas and the Blue Bunch. Audition clinics allow attendees the opportunity to learn the audition choreography in advance. &nbsp;

DANCE TEAM CLINICS AND PREP CLASS SCHEDULE:&nbsp;

Fans who want to support the Memphis Grizzlies and purchase 2024-25 Season Tickets can do so now by going online to grizzlies.com/tickets. For more information on the Grizzlies, visit grizzlies.com, ‘like’ Memphis Grizzlies on Facebook or follow @memgrizz on Twitter/X and Instagram.

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Casting Call: Memphis Grizzlies to hold auditions for All Live Entertainment Teams for 2024–25 Season

GG Jackson II scored a career-high 44 points, but the Memphis Grizzlies (27-55) fell to the Denver Nuggets (57-25) 126-111 in both teams’ final regular season game. The Nuggets, who swept the season series with Grizzlies (4-0), clinched the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference Playoffs.

Jackson II shot 17-of-36 from the field to record the second-highest scoring total by a teenager in NBA history and added career-high tying 12 rebounds for his second career double-double. Jake LaRavia added29 points, five rebounds and four assists. Scotty Pippen Jr. finished with 15 points and seven assists.

Jamal Murray led the Nuggets with 21 points and six rebounds. Christian Braun posted a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds off the bench.&nbsp; Nikola Jokic registered his 68th double-double with 15 points and 15 rebounds. Aaron Gordon scored 15 points, five rebounds and five assists.

Denver went on a 13-4 run to end the second quarter, including nine unanswered points. The Nuggets led 66-54 at halftime. The Nuggets held the Grizzlies to two points through the first five minutes of the third quarter and led by as many as 26 points in the second half. &nbsp;

The Nuggets shot 51 percent from the field and registered 32 assists. Denver’s bench outscored the Grizzlies’ reserves 52-9.

The Grizzlies set NBA records this season with 33 different players appearing in a game and 51 unqiue starting lineups.

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Grizzlies fall to Nuggets in regular season finale, 126-111

The Los Angeles Lakers (46-35) rallied during the fourth quarter to defeat the Memphis Grizzlies (27-54) 123-120 on Friday at FedExForum. The Lakers won for the ninth time in their last 10 games.Lebron James recorded a game-high 37 points and nine rebounds, while Anthony Davis posted a double-double with 36 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Lakers. Rui Hachimura tallied 14 points and five rebounds. Austin Reaves contributed 13 points.The Lakers shot 34 free throws, including 17 for Davis and 11 for James, compared to 21 attempts for the Grizzlies.GG Jackson II led Memphis with 31 points. Scotty Pippen Jr. scored a season-high 28 points, six assists and four steals. Jordan Goodwin registered a double-double with a career-high 23 points and 17 rebounds. Jake LaRavia added 28 points and a career-high six assists after scoring a career-best 32 points Wednesday at Cleveland.Memphis’ starters combined for 116 of the team’s 120 points, a franchise record for a starting five.The Lakers closed the first quarter on an 8-0 run and led by as many as 13 in the second quarter before the Grizzlies used a 7-0 run with 1:29 in the half to cut the deficit to one point. The Lakers wrestled back and held a 68-64 lead at halftime.Memphis mounted a 13-2 run with 6:06 remaining in the third quarter to grab and eight-point advantage and led by as many as nine points in the period. A pair of free throws from LaRavia gave the Grizzlies a 119-118 lead with 1:06 in regulation, but James scored six unanswered points to give the Lakers a five-point lead in the final seconds.The Grizzlies host the Denver Nuggets in the season finale on Sunday, April 14 at 2:30 p.m. CT. The game will be broadcast on Bally Sports Southeast and 92.9 FM ESPN.

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Lakers rally past Grizzlies, 123-120

The Memphis Grizzlies (27-53) fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers (47-33) 110-98 on Wednesday at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in their final road game of the season. The Cavaliers snapped their three-game losing streak while the Grizzlies lost their third straight.

Jake LaRavia scored a career-high 32 points and made a career-best eight 3-pointers on 11 attempts for the Grizzlies. GG Jackson II contributed 22 points. Scotty Pippen Jr. added 18 points and six assists while Lamar Stevens finished with 16 points and six rebounds.&nbsp;

Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 29 points and eight assists. Caris LeVert added 18 points off the bench. Jarrett Allen registered his 41st double-double of the season with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Darius Garland added 16 points and nine assists.&nbsp; Evan Mobley posted a double-double with 12 points and a team-high 12 rebounds.

LaRavia scored 21 points in the first half, including 6-of-6 shooting from long range, to help Memphis lead 51-48 at halftime. The Grizzlies led 59-58 early in the third before a 13-2 Cavaliers run steadily built the lead up to 78-65 near the end of the period. Cleveland outscored Memphis 30-16 in the third and led by as many as 20 before the final buzzer.

Memphis, which dressed just eight players, was outscored 29-6 off the bench.

The Grizzlies will return to FedExForum to take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, April 12 at 7 p.m. CT. The game will broadcast on NBA TV, Bally Sports Southeast and 92.9 FM ESPN.&nbsp;

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Grizzlies fall to Cavaliers in final road game of the season, 110-98

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