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Marcus Smart scores 18 points, hits clinching free throws in Grizzlies' 115-110 win over Kings

Marcus Smart scored 18 points — the last two on clinching free throws with 2.9 seconds left — and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Sacramento Kings 115-110 on Thursday night

6 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grizzlies beat Pelicans 120-109 for 1st NBA Cup win in franchise history

Ja Morant had 27 points and seven assists as the Memphis Grizzlies beat the injury-riddled New Orleans Pelicans 120-109 for their first NBA Cup win in franchise history

NOVEMBER 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Smart scores 25, leads Grizzlies to 131-111 win over Pistons

Marcus Smart scored a season-high 25 points to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 131-111 victory over the Detroit Pistons

NOVEMBER 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jaren Jackson leads Memphis with 20 points in 134-89 rout of the Blazers

Jaren Jackson Jr. had 20 points and seven rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies routed the Portland Trail Blazers 134-89 on Sunday night

NOVEMBER 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

LaVine, Vucevic key fourth-quarter rally as Bulls defeat Grizzlies 126-123

Zach LaVine scored 30 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter to key a Chicago comeback as the Bulls defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 126-123

OCTOBER 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grizzlies, Ja set sights higher after Western semis loss

Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies have more experience along with postseason heartbreak

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rookies, late rally lead Grizzlies over Bucks 107-102

Rookie David Roddy scored 18 points, two-way signee Kenny Lofton Jr. added 17 and the Memphis Grizzlies used a late run to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 107-102 in the opening preseason...

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Young Grizzlies still cocky, hungrier after semifinals loss

Ja Morant borrowed a professional camera for photos of his teammates and even turned the lens on reporters covering the Memphis Grizzlies’ media day Monday

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NBA Draft 2022: Magic, Thunder, Duke among 10 biggest winners

Andy Katz picks his 10 biggest draft winners, from Orlando's surprise No. 1 to five Duke selections to a 7-foot unicorn.

JUNE 24, 2022

What the Memphis Grizzlies are getting in Wake Forest's Jake LaRavia LaRavia blossomed into an NBA prospect after transferring from Indiana State to Wake Forest.

JUNE 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Former Lawrence Central star Jake LaRavia speaks to media after Pacers pre-draft workout Lawrence Central alum Jake LaRavia played two seasons at Indiana State and one at Wake Forest.

JUNE 20, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Smith, Holmgren, Banchero top list of forwards in NBA draft

Gonzaga's Chet Holmgren, Auburn's Jabari Smith and Duke's Paolo Banchero are set to make it a forward-heavy start to the NBA draft

JUNE 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains in NBA Draft LaRavia will keep his name in the NBA Draft pool, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact LaRavia initially maintained his college eligibility after declaring for the NBA draft in March. The 6-foot-8 forward led the Demon Deacons with 6.6 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game last season.

MAY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

21-point outing not enough LaRavia recorded 21 points (9-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-5 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, three blocks and four steals over 43 minutes during Wednesday's 82-77 overtime loss to Boston C...

Impact LaRavia was one of Wake Forest's best scorers all season long, and he ended the campaign on a strong note with 15 or more points in five of his last six contests. He ends his first year with the program averaging a career-high 15.1 points per game.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers double-double LaRavia registered 19 points (7-12 FG, 4-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 76-74 loss to Duke.

Impact LaRavia now has four double-doubles over his last eight appearances, but more importantly, he bounced back from two subpar outings in which he couldn't reach the 10-point mark. He's averaging 13.6 points, 8.4 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game over his first five appearances in February.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly records triple-double LaRavia provided 18 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 13 rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal over 40 minutes during Saturday's 68-60 win over Florida State.

Impact LaRavia now has two performances of nine assists in ACC play, and Saturday marked his third double-double in the same span. The Indiana State transfer wasn't necessarily on the fantasy radar entering this season, but he's improved in all major categories despite the step up in competition, including a career-best 59.1 percent shooting. He's a possible league-winning pick if you bought stock early enough.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strong double-double in win LaRavia closed Saturday's 98-76 victory over North Carolina with 31 points (9-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 12-15 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals over 37 minutes.

Impact Wake Forest pulled the upset with this win over the Tar Heels and LaRavia was one of the team's best players, alongside Alondes Williams, in this contest. He's scored in double digits in every Wake Forest game this month, and he's firmly entrenched as one of the best scoring threats for the Demon Deacons this season.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

LaRavia scores 31 as Wake Forest beats North Carolina 98-76

Jake LaRavia scored a career-high 31 points on 9-of-13 shooting and grabbed a season-best 10 rebounds to help Wake Forest beat North Carolina 98-76

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

One assist shy of double-double LaRavia finished with 13 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 80-64 victory over Georgia Tech.

Impact LaRavia ended just one assist shy of putting up what would've been his first double-double of the campaign, and while he's been excellent as a passer of late, it's worth noting he's also scored in double digits in each of his last seven contests. LaRavia is averaging 15.7 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game in that seven-game stretch.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends double-digit scoring run LaRavia chipped in 14 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 76-64 loss to Duke.

Impact This is the second time this season LaRavia scores in double digits in five straight games, as he had already done that between Nov. 23 and Dec. 4 while averaging 16.4 points per game in that span. He's scoring the exact 16.4 points per tilt over the ongoing five-game stretch now, and his role as Wake Forest's second-best scorer behind Alondes Williams is all but settled at the moment.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid output despite loss LaRavia accumulated 19 points (9-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-3 FT), seven rebounds and six assists across 40 minutes during Saturday's 92-84 loss to Miami (FL).

Impact LaRavia continues to look like one of Wake Forest's best offensive threats this season, and he has scored at least 15 points in four of his last six contests. The fact that he's not been able to drain a three in any of his previous three games could be concerning, but that might not be an issue if the junior continues to score at the rate he's done it all season long.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in fine form LaRavia totaled 15 points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one block in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 73-69 loss to Louisville.

Impact LaRavia picked up where he left off prior to the COVID-19 protocols and has finished with double digits in the scoring column in all but three of his 11 appearances so far this season. He should remain a mainstay in the starting five for the Demon Deacons and certainly has fantasy relevance on any given night.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play LaRavia (not injury related) has been cleared to play according to coach Steve Forbes, Les Johns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact LaRavia was finally able to clear COVID-19 protocols after missing the last couple weeks. He will suit up and likely start on Wednesday against Louisville.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Has a chance to play Wednesday LaRavia (COVID-19 protocols) has a chance to play in Wednesday's game against Boston College, Les Johns of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact LaRavia did not play in the team's last two games due to protocols. The junior is having his best season to this point, averaging 14.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 2.2 steals, and 1.0 three-pointers per contest.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE