In this bonus Grizzlies Podcast, Chris Herrington welcomes back Matt Hrdlicka, who writes about the Grizzlies and more on his own Patreon page. Chris and Matt each ranked the seven potential Grizzlies playoff opponents from most to least preferable, sharing their lists and talking through each possible matchup.
Mar 29, 2023
S5E41: Jaren Jackson Jr.'s offense and All-NBA stakes
00:50:02
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s rise in offensive production, the close All-NBA race among guards and how Luke Kennard quickly became a fan favorite in Memphis.
Mar 22, 2023
S5E40: Ja Morant returns to Memphis Grizzlies
00:48:02
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the return of Ja Morant to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Mar 15, 2023
S5E39: David Roddy on the rise
00:46:37
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the recent success of David Roddy, and where he fits with the Grizzlies moving forward.
Mar 06, 2023
S5E38: Reacting to Ja Morant's 'suspension,' Brandon Clarke's injury
00:36:55
With Chris Herrington in Memphis and Drew Hill on the road with the team in Los Angeles, this Grizzlies Podcast reacts to one of the busiest periods of Grizzlies news in recent memory, and an unprecedented moment for the franchise.
Mar 02, 2023
S5E37: Grizzlies players on The Ringer’s Top 100, with Rob Mahoney
00:41:52
On this bonus edition of the Grizzlies Podcast, Chris Herrington is joined by the Ringer’s Rob Mahoney.
Mar 02, 2023
S5E36: March playoff picture
00:36:53
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the challenging schedule ahead and how the playoff picture looks at the moment for the Memphis Grizzlies.
Feb 23, 2023
S5E35: What to look for as games return
00:44:20
In this bonus edition of the Daily Memphian Grizzlies Podcast, Chris Herrington welcomes back recurring guest Keith Parish, host of the Grits and Grinds and Fastbreak Breakfast podcasts. They share their lists, including Dillon Brooks making some shots, Jaren Jackson Jr. continuing to get more shots and more opportunities for Santi Aldama.
Feb 22, 2023
S5E34: All-Stars, Ja Raffe and grandmas
00:47:17
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the All-Star break, potential playoff matchups and the annual update to the Grizzlies Glossary.
Feb 15, 2023
S5E33: Is big trade coming this summer?
00:45:53
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the comments from Memphis Grizzlies president of basketball operations and general manager Zach Kleiman after the trade deadline.
Feb 08, 2023
S5E32: Memphis finds win amid chaos
00:40:54
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies win over the Bulls, booing and the NBA trade deadline.
Feb 03, 2023
S5E31: Should Memphis make a trade?
00:40:36
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share thoughts about the Grizzlies positioning ahead of the NBA trade deadline.
Jan 26, 2023
S5E30: Losing streak 'true or false?'
00:47:07
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ four-game losing streak and break down the struggles for Memphis on the wing.
Jan 25, 2023
S5E29: 'Baneville' with Desmond Bane's high school coach
00:40:13
Drew Hill talks with Desmond Bane’s high school coach about the Grizzlies star’s teenage years in Richmond, Indiana.
Jan 20, 2023
S5E28: Grizzlies extend winning streak to eleven
00:44:15
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Memphis’ 11-game winning streak.
Jan 10, 2023
S5E27: Jaren Jackson Jr. is NBA award favorite
00:39:02
Jaren Jackson Jr. is the favorite to win Defensive Player of the Year. Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down his chances.
Jan 06, 2023
S5E26: Talking Grizzlies defense, sophomores and the trade market with John Hollinger
00:35:01
Chris Herrington and The Athletic’s John Hollinger talk about the defensive rise of Dillon Brooks, the sophomore seasons of Santi Aldama and Ziaire Williams and how the Grizzlies might approach the trade market.
Dec 29, 2022
S5E25: Disappointing road trip
00:34:29
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the team’s disappointing road trip.
Dec 19, 2022
S5E24: Previewing Christmas week
00:35:08
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the upcoming road trip for the Grizzlies and the bizarre ejection of Ja Morant on Saturday night.
Dec 14, 2022
S5E23: Jaren Jackson Jr. playing elite defense
00:37:44
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s impact during the Grizzlies’ six-game winning streak.
Dec 09, 2022
S5E22: Reacting to the Desmond Bane injury report
00:28:36
Chris Herrington and guest Keith Parrish discuss how the Grizzlies might handle the extended loss of Desmond Bane, as the team creeps up the Western Conference standings.
Dec 06, 2022
S5E21: Can healthy Memphis top the West?
00:41:47
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap Memphis’ latest victory, and discuss reasons to believe the Grizzlies could win the West.
Nov 30, 2022
S5E20: First 20 games breakdown
00:47:30
Where do the Grizzlies stand 20 games into the regular season? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington like their chances moving forward in the Western Conference.
Nov 21, 2022
S5E19: Surviving an injury wave
00:26:01
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss what is next for the Memphis Grizzlies after Ja Morant’s ankle injury.
Nov 17, 2022
S5E18: Star in, star out
00:29:34
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the problems created by Desmond Bane’s absence for the Grizzlies.
Nov 10, 2022
S5E17: Previewing Grizzlies-Wolves with Dane Moore
00:39:02
To preview the matchup, Chris Herrington was joined on this bonus edition of the Daily Memphian Grizzlies Podcast by Dane Moore, who chronicles the Wolves on his “Dane Moore NBA Podcast.”
Nov 08, 2022
S5E16: Memphis starting strong despite injuries
00:33:02
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap another good weekend for the Grizzlies and discuss potential changes to the rotation as the team gets healthy.
Nov 04, 2022
S5E15: Early season check-in with Grits and Grinds' Keith Parish
00:28:57
Keith Parish, who host the “Grits and Grinds” and “Fastbreak Breakfast” podcasts, predicted a 30/20 from Morant and Bane before the season started, and joins Chris Herrington on this week’s bonus edition of the Daily Memphian Grizzlies Podcast.
Nov 02, 2022
S5E14: Can Memphis fix its troubling defense?
00:40:53
Can Memphis find answers to their defensive problems without having to wait for the return of Jaren Jackson Jr.?
Oct 26, 2022
S5E13: Running out of words to describe Ja Morant
00:38:52
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss Ja Morant’s historic start for the Memphis Grizzlies. Morant is averaging 35.3 points through the first four games of the season.
Oct 20, 2022
S5E12: Opening night reaction with Yahoo’s Dan Devine
00:46:05
Devine joins Chris Herrington in the first of a series of new season-long bonus Daily Memphian Grizzlies Podcasts, where we’ll be talking Grizzlies, NBA hoops and more with basketball buddies from beyond our newsroom.
Oct 19, 2022
S5E11: Annual season predictions!
00:47:41
In the annual season predictions podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington guess the Grizzlies’ win total, an MVP winner and more.
Oct 14, 2022
S5E10: Final preseason takeaways
00:31:49
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill discuss what they liked from the preseason and the Grizzlies’ biggest concerns heading into the home opener on Wednesday against the Knicks.
Oct 04, 2022
S5E9: Santi Aldama's preseason and GM surveys
00:42:15
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down the Grizzlies’ first two preseason games and the results from the NBA GM survey.
Sep 28, 2022
S5E8: Planting flags ahead of the season
00:35:55
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down all the storylines from Grizzlies media day.
Sep 20, 2022
S5E7: Excitement and concerns ahead of training camp
00:29:58
On this Daily Memphian Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the release of the NBA top 100 players lists from ESPN and CBS.
Sep 13, 2022
S5E6: NBA basketball is on the horizon
00:42:01
The Grizzlies will begin training camp later this month and play in their first preseason game on Saturday, Oct. 1.
Jul 28, 2022
S5E5: Summer league recap
00:40:52
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap the Grizzlies’ summer league season and debate changes Memphis should make to its rotation without Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jul 06, 2022
S5E4: Overreacting to the summer opener
00:46:25
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill rank each Grizzlies rookie and Santi Aldama based on projected NBA careers.
Jun 28, 2022
S5E3: Draft rewind and free agency preview
00:39:48
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington look back at the Grizzlies’ NBA draft deals.
Jun 21, 2022
S5E2: Memphis NBA draft preview
00:50:55
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss potential draft picks for the Memphis Grizzlies.
Jun 14, 2022
S5E1: Memphis summer trade possibilities
00:42:37
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the NBA Finals from a Grizzlies perspective and discuss summer trade possibilities for Memphis.
May 17, 2022
S4E46: Memphis' window, Dillon Brooks controversy and Ja Morant's future
00:39:17
Beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the future of Ja Morant in Memphis, Grizzlies free agency and the controversy around Dillon Brooks’ absence from exit interviews.
May 12, 2022
S4E45: Memphis stays alive
00:41:18
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss several players that carried Memphis to a Game 5 win.
May 11, 2022
S4E44: Season in the balance
00:26:25
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ loss in Game 4 and look ahead to Game 5.
May 08, 2022
S4E43: Oh the drama!
00:28:54
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ Game 3 loss and the drama that followed afterward.
May 04, 2022
S4E42: Ja Morant's best performance
00:37:15
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington look back at Ja Morant’s heroic 47-point performance in Game 2 against the Warriors.
May 02, 2022
S4E41: Recovering from Game 1
00:24:11
Can the Grizzlies recover from a heartbreaking Game 1 loss to bounce back in the series? On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the close loss in Game 1 to Golden State.
Apr 30, 2022
S4E40: Grizzlies win! Golden State awaits
00:35:13
Does Memphis have an answer for the Golden State “death lineup?” And what does their own “death lineup” look like? On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the Grizzlies’ series win over the Timberwolves.
Apr 28, 2022
S4E39: What changed in Game 5?
00:39:38
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington try to pinpoint the moment Ja Morant put on his superhero cape to save Game 5.
Apr 26, 2022
S4E38: Game 5 will be tense
00:37:25
Can the Grizzlies get Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. to look like themselves before an important Game 5? On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the Grizzlies’ Game 4 in Minnesota and set up for Game 5 in FedExForum.
Apr 22, 2022
S4E37: How did Memphis steal Game 3?
00:35:29
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington describe the emotional swings felt inside Target Center during the Grizzlies’ historic Game 3 comeback.
Apr 21, 2022
S4E36: Memphis nails Game 2 adjustments
00:37:11
The Grizzlies went away from Steven Adams and used second-year forward Xavier Tillman Sr., who delivered critical defensive stops and rebounds. On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down Memphis’ Game 2 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Apr 18, 2022
S4E35: Game 2 now critical for Memphis
00:31:37
Where do the Grizzlies go from here? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss what Memphis will have to change in Game 2.
Apr 14, 2022
S4E34: The Wolves' side of the story
00:38:38
Chris Herrington is joined by MN Post writer Britt Robson, who’s covered NBA basketball in Minneapolis for three decades, to preview the Grizzlies-Timberwolves playoff series.
Apr 13, 2022
S4E33: Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves won't lack intensity
00:41:19
The first round playoff matchup is set.
The Memphis Grizzlies will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA Playoffs following Minnesota’s victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night.
On this edition of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the matchup between the two teams.
Apr 05, 2022
S4E32: Taylor Jenkins has case for Coach of the Year
00:31:53
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss what a successful final week of the regular season looks like for the Grizzlies.
Mar 28, 2022
S4E31: Why De'Anthony Melton, Jaren Jackson Jr. are so important this postseason
00:36:13
De’Anthony Melton and Jaren Jackson Jr. could be the most important players for the Grizzlies in a playoff series. Drew Hill and Chris Herrington explain why.
Mar 25, 2022
S4E30: How will Ja Morant's injury impact Memphis?
00:50:28
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the latest with Ja Morant’s injury and reveal their current MVP ballots.
Mar 15, 2022
S4E29: Memphis prepares for the playoffs
00:32:31
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the gauntlet the Grizzlies will face over their last 10 games and the importance of finishing the current road trip strong.
Mar 11, 2022
S4E28: Reintegrating Dillon Brooks is next challenge
00:40:30
What will be the biggest challenge in reintegrating Dillon Brooks into the Grizzlies’ starting lineup? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss.
Mar 02, 2022
S4E27: Breaking down Ja Morant's MVP chances
00:46:17
Can Ja Morant win the MVP this season? His chances are increasing by the game.
On this edition of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and Columnist Chris Herrington recap the history-making 52-point game by Ja Morant on Monday night.
Feb 24, 2022
S4E26: Grizzlies back from the break
00:40:55
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the All-Star break festivities and the national attention for point guard Ja Morant.
Feb 15, 2022
S4E25: Preparing for All-Star weekend
00:32:58
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the best and worst parts of All-Star weekend.
Feb 07, 2022
S4E24: Memphis is a highlight factory
00:41:39
The Memphis Grizzlies are one of the NBA’s most exciting team thanks to their fancy alley-oop finishes.
Jan 25, 2022
S4E23: Selecting the All-Stars
00:53:25
Chris Herrington and Drew Hill both believe Ja Morant will be named an All-Star starter on Thursday night.
Jan 20, 2022
S4E22: John Hollinger on the Grizzlies' breakout season
00:41:05
Chris Herrington and former Grizzlies executive John Hollinger discuss the Grizzlies’ jump into contender status, the evolution of Jaren Jackson Jr., the pro prospects of Memphis Tiger players and more.
Jan 12, 2022
S4E21: Look out, Western Conference
00:50:30
The Grizzlies announced to the world that they are Western Conference contenders on Tuesday night. Chris Herrington and Drew Hill break it down.
Jan 06, 2022
S4E20: The team’s latest winning streak
00:43:15
Is Denver the most dangerous threat to the Grizzlies for their spot at fourth in the Western Conference? Memphis currently sits at fourth in the Western Conference, significantly distanced from the Jazz in third and the Mavericks in fifth. Hill discusses why he believes the Grizzlies are right where it will finish, and Herrington ranks the most dangerous teams that could catch them in the second half of the season.
Dec 30, 2021
S4E19: Finding the right balance
00:38:41
The Grizzlies can play short-handed, but how will they look when everyone is healthy? On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down the spectacular week for Ja Morant.
Dec 22, 2021
S4E18: The reintegration of Ja Morant
00:36:47
On the episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the latest in the return of star player Ja Morant. How long will it take for the Grizzlies reintegrate Ja Morant? The upcoming schedule will make that challenge even more difficult.
Dec 15, 2021
S4E17: The team’s winning formula during its dominant month
00:33:59
The Grizzlies have played the best defense in the NBA this month. Can they keep it up when Ja Morant returns?
Dec 09, 2021
S4E16: Despite loss, Memphis still rolling without Morant
00:49:17
The Grizzlies have won five of their last six games without their best player. Can they keep it rolling and finish inside the top six in the Western Conference? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the end of the team’s five-game winning streak.
Dec 01, 2021
S4E15: Memphis defense takes step forward
00:28:14
The defense is making strides for the Grizzlies, who are now 2-0 without their best player this season. On the episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the best scenarios for the Grizzlies while playing without their best player.
Nov 23, 2021
S4E14: Memphis wins another thriller
00:33:56
Desmond Bane has been terrific for the Grizzlies in the absence of Dillon Brooks this season.
Nov 17, 2021
S4E13: Are the Grizzlies off their slide?
00:36:00
On this edition of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss the Grizzlies’ blowout victory over the Houston Rockets.
Nov 11, 2021
S4E12: Why is the defense struggling?
00:44:59
Can Dillon Brooks be a quick fix for the Grizzlies’ defense? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss.
Nov 04, 2021
S4E11: Is Jaren Jackson Jr. back in form?
00:32:13
Did Jaren Jackson Jr.’s big night convince Drew Hill and Chris Herrington that he’s out of his slump?
Oct 27, 2021
S4E10: Ja Morant is ridiculous
00:48:19
Ja Morant set the NBA world ablaze with his stunning play in the first three games of the regular season. On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington break down Ja Morant’s incredible start to the season.
Oct 19, 2021
S4E9: Jaren Jackson's extension and predictions
00:44:50
Both Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predicted the Grizzlies will return to the playoffs this season.
Oct 06, 2021
S4E8: Memphis' preseason premiere
00:43:37
Ja Morant played great in the first preseason game, but the effort was cut short by a false fire alarm.
Aug 31, 2021
S4E7: Did a busy Grizzlies summer amount to much?
00:30:45
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, columnist Chris Herrington goes solo, answering 10 reader/listener questions there wasn’t space for in this week’s Grizzlies Mailbag column.
Aug 25, 2021
S4E6: Will a Jaren Jackson Jr. extension get done?
00:30:55
Jaren Jackson Jr. could play this season without an extension in place to prove he is worth a max deal.
Aug 11, 2021
S4E5: Summer league is here!
00:39:20
On this episode of The Daily Memphian Grizzlies Podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington discuss all things summer league and trades.
Aug 02, 2021
S4E4: Draft reactions and free agency
00:32:32
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington give a breakdown of the Grizzlies’ draft and set up for free agency.
Jul 28, 2021
S4E3: Memphis makes major draft move
00:30:25
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington react to the Grizzlies’ trade with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Jul 21, 2021
S4E2: A few offseason updates
00:33:18
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the offseason plans for Jaren Jackson Jr., Justise Winslow and Ja Morant.
Jul 09, 2021
S4E1: Discussing draft prospects
00:42:58
Is Virginia’s Trey Murphy III a serious prospect at pick No.17? Or can the Grizzlies move back and still draft him?
Jun 03, 2021
S3E30: Recapping the season
00:34:26
The Grizzlies’ season is over. Where will Memphis go from here?
May 28, 2021
S3E29: Ja Morant goes big
00:29:13
The Grizzlies have leaned on the hot hand of Ja Morant through their first two playoff games.
May 24, 2021
S3E28: Memphis steals Game 1
00:26:07
The Grizzlies have a 1-0 series lead in Utah. Can they make it 2-0?
May 20, 2021
S3E27:The rematch
00:34:01
The Grizzlies are getting a chance at redemption Friday night in San Francisco.
May 18, 2021
S3E26:Can the Grizzlies win the play-in?
00:36:13
Beat writer Drew Hill and columnist Chris Herrington give their prediction for the Grizzlies play-in game against the Spurs.
May 06, 2021
S3E25: Dumb questions stir dumb arguments
00:30:41
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss why Ja Morant’s top five point guard conversation is pointless.
Apr 29, 2021
S3E24:Is it time to just accept the playoff aspirations?
00:31:45
Wednesday was another “learning opportunity” for this Grizzlies, but the playoffs are around the corner.
Apr 22, 2021
S3E22:Breaking down Jaren Jackson Jr.'s return
00:27:47
Jaren Jackson Jr. looked great in his return despite the Memphis loss.