How the Memphis Grizzlies missed a golden opportunity to tie the series against the Lakers

Will Ja Morant return for Game 2 vs the Lakers?: The Mmemphis Grizzlies have listed Ja Morant as questionable for Game 2 versus the Los Angeles Lakers. Co-hosts Damichael Cole and Joe Mullinax discuss the latest on Morant, the coaching battle and biggest keys ahead for Game 2. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Last minute tickets. Lowest Price. Guaranteed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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Memphis Grizzlies going for a franchise record against LeBron James and the Lakers: The Memphis Grizzlies are going for a franchise record 12th straight win against LeBron James and the Lakers. Plus, Damichael Cole unveils his media ballot for Western Conference All-Star starters. Today's episode is brought to you by LinkedIn. LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn Dot Com slash LOCKEDONNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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Lakers Beat Grizzlies in OT, Take a 3-1 Lead as LeBron James Notches 22 points, 20 Rebounds: This was, in virtually every way, an extremely ugly basketball game. But it was also incredibly exciting, and in the end, it was one in which the greatness of LeBron James, clearly exhausted playing heavy minutes in his 20th season, came through. 117-111, Lakers to win Game 4 and take a 3-1 series lead. James struggled most of the night to get space to score, but managed to get into the paint on the team's final possession in regulation to tie the score and send the game to overtime. In the OT, he drove on Dillon Brooks to draw a critical and-one that essentially sealed the game. 22/20/7 with a pair of blocks. It was a memorable stat line on a night where James, like everyone else on both teams, struggled on offense. Anthony Davis was 3-14 from the floor (though he did have a huge tip in OT). Rui Hachimura was 2-9. D'Angelo Russell wasn't great until he was, hitting three straight triples in th by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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LeBron James Gets No Help as Lakers Lose to Memphis, and Russell Westbrook Seems Unhappy: Well, the Lakers' four-game winning streak has come to a crashing halt. Sunday's 127-119 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies wasn't nearly as close as the score might indicate, much less indicative of any balanced attack. LeBron James continued his recent streak of crushing it (35 points on 14-19 shooting, plus nine rebounds and seven assists), but everyone else, save perhaps Talen Horton-Tucker in the first quarter, was invisible on both ends of the floor. Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant provided a block and dunk for the ages, and got big help from Desmond Bane (23 points), Jaren Jackson Jr. (21 points) and Kyle Anderson (14 points, eight assists), among others. The outcome was indicative of how the Lakers have played better of late, and have finally been gifted some crucial continuity, but have a lot of ground to make up closing the gap between them and the NBA elites. In the meantime, Russell Westbrook by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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LeBron, Anthony Davis Lead Lakers to 111-101 Game 3 Win over Grizzlies. Dillon Brooks Ejected.: Saturday was the first playoff game for the Lakers in their home building in front of a sold-out crowd in a decade. And man alive, did those fans get plenty to cheer about. The Lakers finished the first quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies ahead 35-9, and were really never threatened after that, going on to win Game 3 111-101, taking a 2-1 series lead. Anthony Davis had 31 on the offensive side, but was even more impactful on the defensive end. 17 rebounds, three blocks, two steals, countless shots altered. LeBron James decisively won his battle against Dillon Brooks, scoring 25 points on 10-20 shooting, while Brooks was 3-13 before getting ejected for punching King James in his Crown Jewels. Did the Lakers get a little loose at times during the game? Sure. They spent three quarters in that weird place where teams with big leads struggle to find the balance between hitting knockout blows an by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Memphis Grizzlies players extend support for Ja Morant while he steps away from the team: The Memphis Grizzlies loss Sunday night to the Los Angeles Clippers without four key players. One of those was Ja Morant, who teammates supported after the game. In this episode, Damichael Cole discusses Morant, another fourth quarter meltdown and an update on Steven Adams. First time users can receive a 100% instant deposit match up to $100 with promo code LOCKEDON. That’s PrizePicks.com – promo code; LOCKEDON Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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Lakers Get HUGE Overtime Win In Game 4 Against Grizzlies: What a win! by Lakers Nation Podcast

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LeBron looks like LeBron as the Lakers win big in Game 3 vs. Phoenix: It had been NINE YEARS since the Lakers last won a home playoff game in front of fans, but that drought is no more! The Lakers beat the Suns 109-95 in Game 3, taking a 2-1 series lead heading into Sunday's Game 4. Defense remained the calling card, frequently coming in suffocating waves. Anthony Davis controlled the game on both ends, and got quality help from Dennis Schröder, Andre Drummond and LeBron James, who, after struggling to get to the rim in Games 1 and 2 spent the second half Thursday driving hard to the bucket. Outside shooting is still an issue, but the Lakers nonetheless had some desperately needed fun at Staples. Maybe too much fun if you ask Phoenix, but they don't get a vote, so.... Hosts: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: The Kamenetzkys break down the highlights from the Game 3 victory. Incredible defense. More strong performances from Davis, Schröder, and Drummond. Lots of celebrating by Lake by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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The Lakers Destroy Grizzlies 125-85 in Game 6, Advance to Second Round of the Playoffs: The playoffs are a nervous time for fans, and certainly tension was higher for after the Lakers were badly beaten on Wednesday in Memphis in Game 5. It put a ton of pressure on Friday's Game 6, because nobody connected to the Lakers, fan or player, wanted to go back to Memphis for Game 7. Well, they won't have to. The Lakers absolutely destroyed the Grizzlies in front of the home crowd, winning 125-85 behind huge games from D'Angelo Russell (12-17 shooting, 5-9 from 3, 31 points) and LeBron James (22 points on 13 shots). But the most dominant player on the floor for LA was Anthony Davis. He was strong offensively, with 16 points (6-9 shooting). He owned the glass (14 rebounds). He ruled the paint (five blocks, and a seemingly infinite number of altered shots). He was the catalyst of the strongest defensive performance the Lakers have turned in this season. (All of the starters got to sit through the by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Lakers Lose 132-126 to Nuggets in Game 1, But Provide Reasons for Confidence Going Forward: The Lakers were thoroughly outplayed early in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Nuggets in Denver, falling behind by 12 after the first quarter, and 18 at the half. It was a matter of execution—the Nuggets were razor sharp, and playing with tremendous energy—and it was a matter of lineups—the Lakers went small with three guards, and had trouble matching up with a large Denver squad—and all told, it looked like a game that the Nuggets would run away with. Not so fast! The Lakers made some changes in the second half, and suddenly a game that looked like a blowout was one the Lakers could tie with under a minute remaining. All the game's stars were sharp. Nikola Jokic was insane (31/24/14), and Anthony Davis went for 40. LeBron James posted a very efficient 26/12/9, marred only by a poorly conceived 3-point attempt as the Lakers went for that aforementioned tie. Austin Reaves? Loo by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Flat Lakers Lose Game 2 vs. Grizzlies 103-93. Anthony Davis, D'Angelo Russell Struggle: The Grizzlies took the floor Wednesday in Memphis for Game 2 of the first round series against the Lakers without star guard Ja Morant. They've played well without him, but given how shorthanded the Grizzlies already are without Steven Adams and Brandon Clarke, it provided Los Angeles with a primo opportunity to steal a second game in Memphis and return to LA for Game 3 with a 2-0 series lead. Man, did the Lakers squander that chance. Save a couple players (if this was some kind of hoops version of Top Chef, only LeBron James and Rui Hachimura would be safe from elimination), nobody on the Lakers played anything approaching a genuinely good game. A few were average, a few too many were bad. Particularly D'Angelo Russell (2-11) and Anthony Davis, who while providing some real presence defensively for much of the game was a total no-show on the other end. 4-14 shooting, with a couple of turnovers. Tha by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Butler passes LeBron as top-seeded Miami Heat handle Lakers: On an evening that Jimmy Butler broke LeBron James' record for triple-doubles as a Miami Heat player, Duncan Robinson's hot home shooting helped the Heat survive a late Los Angeles Lakers rally... and take over the top spot in the East. Ethan Skolnick an... by Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA

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CK Podcast 238: After four straight losses, is the Kings’ season over?: The Cowbell Kingdom team discusses the locker room feelings after some recent tough losses and dangerous plays from DeMarcus Cousins during the last four losses. Managing Editor Leo Beas and Producer Joe Morgan have five minutes of fun with some off... by CK Podcast with Leo Beas

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Can the Lakers Close Out Memphis in Game 6? Will Darvin Ham Adjust His Bench Rotation?: The Lakers hit a wall on Wednesday, missing shots and falling short against a highly motivated Memphis Grizzlies squad in Game 5. LeBron James looked tired, but vowed to be better in Game 6. And surely the Crypto.com Arena crowd will be jacked up for the first closeout game the fans have seen in a very, very long time. One key will be keeping that energy flowing throughout, and not allowing the Grizzlies the ability to put fear into nearly 20,000 folks. It'll help for the Lakers to hit some shots, because these sub-30% 3-point nights aren't gonna get it done. It'll help to force some turnovers, and create easy buckets. It'll help for LeBron to do good stuff early, after a really bad night on Wednesday. And would it also help if Darvin Ham tweaked the rotation? There have been many, many calls for Ham to quit running with the small lineups while Anthony Davis is off the floor, where LeBron or Rui Hac by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Previewing Lakers vs. Grizzlies. Ja Morant or LeBron James? Jaren Jackson Jr. or Anthony Davis?: The Lakers are in a real, live playoff series for the first time in a couple of seasons, and it should be a barnburner! It's the Memphis Grizzlies, who have played quite well all season, save a mid-season lull. It's an intriguing matchup, to say the least. LeBron James and Anthony Davis as established stars, meeting Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., who are ready to emerge in the next generation of the NBA elite. But what else is going on, here? How are the Grizzlies going to match up against LeBron and A.D.? Is Dillon Brooks the key to the series? What about the Lakers role players? How much will L.A.'s perimeter shooting impact what we're going to see. Can Austin Reaves, Malik Beasley and the rest hit enough shots to force Memphis to play things straight defensively? The ability of either team to do damage in transition could be a huge factor, as neither team is exactly elegant in the half by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Lakers Collapse Late Against Grizzlies: The Lakers appeared to be on the path to victory in Memphis thanks to another impressive performance from LeBron James but a problematic finish to the 3rd quarter gave the Grizzlies the momentum they needed to complete the comeback in the 4th. What went ... by Lakers Nation Podcast

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Is It Possible LeBron James Wouldn't Sign an Extension With the Lakers?: LeBron James has spent a great deal of his time in Los Angeles fighting significant injuries. He's been told to stay off that bad ankle this spring/summer for at least a month, probably more. So with all that in mind, and his advancing age and tremendous NBA mileage, it's at least worth contemplating the risks of offering him a $90-plus million extension this summer. But this week, Sam Amick of The Athletic wrote an interesting story that asks the other side of the same question: Would LeBron automatically accept an offer from the Lakers (as everyone assumes the organization will do)? What are the reasons LeBron might turn them down? What might have changed about his perception of the franchise? Is it really any different now than it was when he signed with them originally? When he signed his first extension with the team? Finally, everyone (James included) poked fun at the Timberwolves for, let's call it an extre by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Lakers spoil Brandon Clarke's return, Grizzlies lose despite Desmond Bane's career night: It was a "big" night in Memphis, despite the Grizzlies loss, thanks to Clarke's return and Bane's elite playmaking display. by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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Dillon Brooks Pokes the Bear. Will LeBron James Take the Bait? Plus, Game 3 Adjustments.: Memphis swingman Dillon Brooks has a well-earned reputation as a Grade A pest/agitator on the floor, and after the Grizzlies won Game 2, he took some shots at LeBron James. He called the NBA's all-time leading scorer "old." He said he doesn't respect anyone until they drop 40 points on him. He said he's poking the bear, and he knows it. So what does any of this mean for Game 3? Is it performance art from Brooks, meant to get himself in the mindspace he thinks he needs to be in? Brand building? Both? Or does he really think he's going to get inside LeBron's head? And if he does, is there any chance it works? Because, to be fair, Brooks is super annoying. Would you expect LeBron to play any differently than he normally would? And might normally mean going off for a big number because Game 3 is so critical? Meanwhile, what ought the Lakers look to fix in Game 3, beyond coming out with more intensity by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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What's going on with the Memphis Grizzlies in the fourth quarter?: The Memphis Grizzlies had another fourth quarter collapse in their 112-103 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Host Damichael Cole discusses the big picture, plus the latest with Ja Morant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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The Lakers Crush Memphis 134-107, Anthony Davis Stakes an Early Claim for Defensive Player of the Year: The Lakers couldn't have scripted Tuesday's game against a broken and battered Memphis Grizzlies squad, the front end of a back-to-back continuing tonight at the Crypt against the surging Sacramento Kings. The Lakers won the first quarter by 11. They won the second quarter by 12. Only a couple of days after winning a game despite making only four (4) 3-pointers—almost unheard of in the modern NBA—the Lakers tied a franchise record with 22 makes from downtown, drilling their triples at a 63% clip. D'Angelo Russell, who has played well but shot poorly, was among those getting hot from beyond the arc. Jaxson Hayes had some quality minutes. Rui Hachimura barely missed a shot en route to 23 points. LeBron James only played 23 minutes. 23 minutes! But for all the good stuff the Lakers did, the takeaway from Tuesday's laugher of a win was Anthony Davis. He hurt the Grizzlies on the offensiv by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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The Lakers are Up 2-1 Against the Grizzlies, But Should Darvin Ham Tweak the Rotation, Anyway?: The Lakers go into Monday's game at the Crypt with a 2-1 lead in their first round series against the Memphis Grizzlies. A win doesn't guarantee a trip to the second round, but it sure puts a hammer lock on things for L.A.. Dillon Brooks will not be suspended for tonight's game, after being chucked from Saturday's game for hitting LeBron James in the King's jewels. So is that good or bad for the Lakers? Given how poorly he's played in the series, are the Lakers better off with him in the lineup? What about adjustments? Ja Morant went for 45 in Game 3. Should the Lakers change the way they defend him? Broadly, are there bigger adjustments the Lakers need to make, whether defensively or on the other end? The Lakers have, to this point, limited Memphis to the lowest field goal percentage of any team in the postseason. So maybe it's a matter of keep on doing what's working? On the other end, the by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Can Ja Morant return in Game 3 for the Memphis Grizzlies against the Lakers?: The Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers are facing off in Game 3. Will Ja Morant play? What will be the keys to the game? Host Damichael Cole breaks down the latest on Morant's injury, and how the Grizzlies can win Game 3 against the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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Miami Heat: Could a LeBron James return really happen? by Five On The Floor: Miami Heat/NBA

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LeBron Makes History, Lakers Ruin Ending: LeBron James is the NBA's all-time leading scorer... by Lakers Nation Podcast

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Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane can't do it all for the Memphis Grizzlies: There have been numerous games where Jaren Jackson Jr. has been "him" for the Memphis Grizzlies this season. Monday night against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks was no different. But despite his best efforts, along with fellow Memphis "him" Desmond Bane, the Grizzlies could not beat "them" - with "them" being the more complete Dallas roster. Offensive firepower was lacking. But fear not - help will arrive soon in the form of Ja Morant. Host Joe Mullinax breaks down his day on a different "court" in Memphis while also talking Grizzlies-Mavericks and Jaren Jackson Jr. in isolation on this episode of Locked on Grizzlies! Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOGrizzlies?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fa by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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Anthony Davis Redeems Himself as the Lakers win Game 2 against the Suns: The Lakers head back to L.A. split 1-1 against the Phoenix Suns following a 109-102 win in Game 2. After a listless series-opening loss, the Lakers looked much more like a team gunning to make some noise in the playoffs. In particular, three players under the microscope -- Anthony Davis, Dennis Schröder and Andre Drummond -- came up huge, and combined with strong defense and timely fourth quarter shots was enough to secure the victory. Frank Vogel changed the center rotation, playing Marc Gasol over Montrezl Harrell, and the decision paid off. The night wasn't perfect and there are still areas of concern, but it was nonetheless reassuring for the defending champs. Hosts: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: From the opening tip to the final buzzer, the Lakers played with far more energy, intensity and purpose than in Game 1. The difference was most evident defensively, always the backbone of this team at its bes by Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. dominate, Memphis Grizzlies NBA All-Star Update: Another game, another Memphis Grizzlies "professional" win. But this victory over the Magic featured something that Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. have never - EVER - done together in a game. Hosts Joe Mullinax and Damichael Cole discuss that, as well as the continued rise of the ceiling of Memphis and some Grizzlies All-Star Voting updates, on this episode of Locked On Grizzlies! Today's episode is brought to you by LinkedIn. LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the qualified candidates you want to talk to, faster. Post your job for free at LinkedIn Dot Com slash LOCKEDONNBA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by Locked On Grizzlies - Daily Podcast On The Memphis Grizzlies

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