Austin Dobbins

Joined: Nov 3, 2025

Austin also writes for the Five Reasons Sports Network, covering all South Florida sports. As a current athlete, Austin specializes in in-depth analysis, player profiles, combining on-field knowledge with strong storytelling to cover football, basketball, and beyond. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Business Management at Webber International University. Twitter: @austindobbins13

Jun 20, 2019; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Ja Morant (Murray State) greets NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the number two overall pick for the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round of the 2019 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The Memphis Grizzlies season has been a train wreck. Full of injuries, rumors, and losses. But in that many young players have shown a reason for hope in Memphis.

Jan 21, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) shoots during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Grizzlies season has been greatly disappointing, but why?

Nov 24, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome (left) and guard Ja Morant (right) looks on during the second quarter against the Denver Nuggets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr. have yet to play this season, but it appears that they are on the way to making their debuts.

Jan 21, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (8) reacts with guard Ja Morant (12) during the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Grizzlies have been swirling around the rumor mill this season, so when we look beyond Ja Morant, who else will be moved?

Jan 11, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (8) reacts with forward Cedric Coward (23) during the fourth quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Grizzlies will have three representatives on All-Star weekend for the Rising Stars rosters, showing the future has some promise.

Dec 5, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) handles the ball as Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Grizzlies have shown that they are prioritizing their young center Zach Edey's future, so maybe they should go all the way this season.

Dec 30, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) dunks during overtime against the Philadelphia 76ers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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It looks like Ja Morant will play for the first time in two weeks in London

Mar 9, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) fights for position against Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and forward Jaylen Wells (0) and center Zach Edey (14) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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As we near the halfway point of the NBA season it's time to hand out grades for the middling Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies have dealt with countless injuries, rumors, and find themselves at a crossroads. But their young core provides a glimmer of hope.

Nov 30, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) blocks the shot by Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

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The Grizzlies are taking Edey's injuries serious, prioritizing his long-term health. With an update not yet out, it is hard to see a world where Edey ramps up for games overseas, but he will travel, likely for outreach initiatives.

Dec 7, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (9) shoots as Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) defends during the third quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Zach Edey is the Grizzlies best defensive player, on a team that has a defensive player of the year.

Jan 2, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) embrace following the game at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Ja Morant is still one of the most electrifying talents in the NBA... when he plays, which isn't enough.

Dec 30, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) shoots during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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Ja Morant is a special basketball player, but also one who deals with constant injuries and off the court issues. This often leads to his name being brough up in trade discussions, especially as many conflicts have been with the coaching staff.

Austin Dobbins

Joined: Nov 3, 2025

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