A weekly podcast taking you behind the scenes of the Memphis Grizzlies with interviews, analysis and never-before-heard stories. Join Kelcey and special guests from around the NBA including players, coaches, other Grind City Media team members and more as we discuss everything surrounding our Next Gen Grizz. Liven up your Tuesday morning commute by tuning into Just Grizzlies.
64 Available Episodes (64 Total)Average duration: 00:31:45
Sep 29, 2022
Episode 64: Creating Culture with Sam Young
00:24:10
On this week's episode of the Just Grizzlies podcast, host KJ is joined by Sam Young. The former Grizzlies forward reminisces about his time in Memphis and talks about his last trip here to spend time with some old teammates. The duo discuss creating the Grit and Grind identify within the franchise and much more.
Sep 14, 2022
Episode 63: Playing a bad guy on TV with Bonzi Wells
00:25:59
On this week's episode of Just Grizzlies with Kelcey Wright Johnson, she is joined by former Grizzlies shooting guard Bonzi Wells. The duo discuss how Bonzi overcame an untrue and unfair perception of him, and how that affected him and his family's mental health. He also reminisces about his time playing in Memphis, and some of his former teammates, like Lorenzen Wright. Bonzi also opens up about why he's back living in Memphis, what he's up to now, and much more.
Aug 31, 2022
Episode 62: Make your shots mane with Quincy Pondexter
00:28:02
On this week's episode, Kelcey is joined by Quincy Pondexter - a key member of the original grit and grind era. He talks about what he loved about the city of Memphis, what he learned and how he grew as a person, in his time here. He talks about Z-bo and Marc, he reflects on Kobe Bryants legacy and much more. Oh, and don't call him Coach Quincy!
Aug 04, 2022
Episode 61: Talk yo' talk with Elliot Perry
00:29:55
On this week's episode of Just Grizzlies, KJ is joined by Memphis legend Elliot Perry as they sit back and reflect on last season for the Grizzlies. Elliot breaks down why this team is special to the city, as well as the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to putting a city on the team's back. He discusses his relationship with Charles Barkley, his time in the league, how he continues to better his community and tons more.
Jul 20, 2022
Episode 60: Viral in Vegas with Kenneth Lofton Jr.
00:22:21
On this week's episode, Kelcey Wright Johnson is joined by two-way rookie Kenneth Lofton Jr. The duo met up in Las Vegas in the middle of Summer League to discuss draft night, his mentality as he enters the league, why he feels people have doubted him for his whole life, and much more. He also plays a game that helps fans get to know him and his summer league teammates a bit better.
Jul 06, 2022
Episode 59: The 4 New Guys in Beale Street Blue
00:32:55
On this week's episode of Just Grizzlies, Kelcey is joined by the four players the Grizzlies picked up on draft night; Jake LaRavia, David Roddy, Kennedy Chandler and Vince Williams Jr. In a couple random and all-over-the-place conversations about tattoos, trash talking, inspirations, failures and much more, KJ helps fans get to know the new guys in Beale Street blue.
Jun 20, 2022
Episode 58: Put a ring on it with Matt Barnes
00:21:50
On this week's episode of Just Grizzlies, Kelcey Wright Johnson is joined by Matt Barnes. The duo reflect back on the 2015-16 Grizzlies season; the heart of the Grit and Grind era. Matt walks KJ through some of his biggest games and plays as a member of the Grizzlies, and then takes a stroll down memory lane and discusses the championship run he made before he retired as Warrior.
Jun 08, 2022
Episode 57: Rewind to rookie year with Greivis Vásquez
00:38:16
In this week's episode of Just Grizzlies, host Kelcey Wright Johnson is joined by former Grizzlies guard Greivis Vásquez. The duo relive the 2010 draft, as well as the 2010-11 playoff push in Memphis. Vásquez opens up about his rookie year, his teammates, the city and much more.
Apr 13, 2022
Episode 56: Prepared for Playoffs with Ziaire Williams
00:21:50
On this week's episode of Just Grizzlies, Kelcey is joined by Ziaire Williams. The rookie breaks down his expectations for the Grizzlies' postseason run and discussed why this Memphis team continues to be overlooked. Kelcey asks him about his role on the team as he navigates his first career postseason, how much of a difference maker guys like Dillon Brooks and Ja Morant are on the court against the Timberwolves, and lots more.
And of course, a fan favorite, the nickname Ziadryation is talked about.
Mar 30, 2022
Episode 55: Blessing in Disguise with Dillon Brooks
00:28:58
On this week's episode of Just Grizzlies, Kelcey is joined by Dillon Brooks. Dillon the Villain opens up about how hard it was to be sidelined for a lot of the season, how he grew as a player & teammate during that time and why he sees it as a blessing in disguise. The duo also dives into how and why this Grizzlies team continues to break records, the team's expectations for the postseason and much more.
Sep 29 | 00:24:10
Episode 64: Creating Culture with Sam Young
Sep 14 | 00:25:59
Episode 63: Playing a bad guy on TV with Bonzi Wells
Aug 31 | 00:28:02
Episode 62: Make your shots mane with Quincy Pondexter
Aug 04 | 00:29:55
Episode 61: Talk yo' talk with Elliot Perry
Jul 20 | 00:22:21
Episode 60: Viral in Vegas with Kenneth Lofton Jr.
Jul 06 | 00:32:55
Episode 59: The 4 New Guys in Beale Street Blue
Jun 20 | 00:21:50
Episode 58: Put a ring on it with Matt Barnes
Jun 08 | 00:38:16
Episode 57: Rewind to rookie year with Greivis Vásquez
Apr 13 | 00:21:50
Episode 56: Prepared for Playoffs with Ziaire Williams
Mar 30 | 00:28:58
Episode 55: Blessing in Disguise with Dillon Brooks
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