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Season
2025
Game date
2026-02-07T23:00:00.000000Z
Start time
2026-02-08T02:00:00.000000Z
Home team id
25
Visitor team id
15
Home score
122
Visitor score
115
Home linescore
  1. 31
  2. 32
  3. 25
  4. 34
Visitor linescore
  1. 30
  2. 33
  3. 33
  4. 19
Status short
FT
Status long
Finished
Clock
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Current period
4
Halftime
No
Arena
Moda Center
Arena city
Portland
Arena state
OR
Stage
2
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Name
Portland Trail Blazers
Nickname
Trail Blazers
Code
POR
City
Portland
Conference
west
Division
Northwest
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Bio fr
<p>Les Portland Trail Blazers incarnent depuis près de cinq décennies l'âme du basketball dans le Nord-Ouest des États-Unis, une franchise qui a su conquérir le cœur de ses supporters par son identité unique et sa loyauté indéfectible. Fondés en 1970 et basés dans l'Oregon, les Blazers ont construit leur réputation sur des valeurs d'authenticité et de persévérance qui résonnent profondément avec la culture de Portland.</p> <p>Sous la direction de la propriétaire Jody Allen, qui a hérité de l'équipe après le décès de son frère Paul Allen en 2018, la franchise traverse une période de reconstruction ambitieuse. Le directeur général Joe Cronin, aux commandes des opérations basketball, s'attelle à redéfinir l'identité sportive de l'équipe après l'ère Damian Lillard. Cette transition marque un tournant stratégique majeur pour une organisation habituée à s'appuyer sur des superstars charismatiques.</p> <p>L'histoire des Trail Blazers reste marquée par leur unique titre NBA conquis en 1977, une épopée menée par l'iconique Bill Walton dont la domination dans la raquette avait propulsé Portland au sommet du basketball mondial. Ce championnat demeure l'apogée d'une franchise qui a souvent frôlé la gloire sans parvenir à la saisir de nouveau, notamment lors des campagnes mémorables des années 1990 avec Clyde Drexler.</p> <p>Le Moda Center honore fièrement neuf maillots retirés, témoignages d'une riche histoire basketballistique. Bill Walton (#32) et Clyde Drexler (#22) trônent en maîtres, accompagnés de Terry Porter (#30), Maurice Lucas (#20), Dave Twardzik (#13), Larry Steele (#15), Lloyd Neal (#36), ainsi que Larry Weinberg (#1) et l'entraîneur légendaire Jack Ramsay (#77). Ces figures emblématiques ont façonné l'ADN d'une franchise respectée pour son style de jeu spectaculaire et ses personnalités marquantes.</p> <p>L'ère moderne des Blazers a été dominée par Damian Lillard, dont les performances clutch et la fidélité à l'organisation ont marqué toute une génération de fans. Aux côtés de LaMarcus Aldridge, Rasheed Wallace, Jerome Kersey, Buck Williams et le géant lituanien Arvydas Sabonis, ces légendes ont perpétué la tradition d'excellence de Portland.</p> <p>Avec un bilan actuel de 35 victoires pour 36 défaites, les Trail Blazers naviguent dans les eaux troubles de la Conférence Ouest, cherchant à retrouver leur compétitivité d'antan. Cette saison 2025-26 s'inscrit dans un processus de reconstruction patient, où la direction mise sur le développement des jeunes talents et la construction d'une culture gagnante durable.</p> <p>Les Blazers continuent d'incarner l'esprit particulier de Portland, une ville qui chérit son équipe comme peu d'autres franchises peuvent s'en vanter. Malgré les défis actuels, l'organisation reste déterminée à renouer avec les sommets, portée par une base de supporters exceptionnellement loyale et une tradition basketballistique qui force le respect à travers toute la NBA.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Portland Trail Blazers stand as one of the NBA's most passionate and resilient franchises, embodying the spirit of the Pacific Northwest through five decades of basketball excellence. Founded in 1970, the organization has cultivated a unique identity rooted in community connection and unwavering fan loyalty, making their home arena one of the most intimidating venues in professional basketball.</p> <p>Under the ownership of Jody Allen, the Trail Blazers continue to honor their rich heritage while building toward future success. General Manager Joe Cronin has been tasked with reshaping the franchise's direction, focusing on sustainable growth and smart roster construction. The organization's commitment to excellence extends beyond the court, with deep community ties that have made the Trail Blazers an integral part of Portland's cultural fabric.</p> <p>The franchise's crowning achievement came in 1977 when Bill Walton led the Trail Blazers to their sole NBA championship, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers in a thrilling six-game series. That championship team, coached by the legendary Jack Ramsay, remains a source of immense pride for the organization and established Portland as a legitimate basketball destination despite being one of the league's smallest markets.</p> <p>The Trail Blazers' legacy is immortalized through nine retired jerseys hanging in the rafters, representing the greatest figures in franchise history. Bill Walton's #32 commemorates the championship era, while Clyde Drexler's #22 honors one of the most electrifying players of the 1980s and early 1990s. Terry Porter (#30) and Maurice Lucas (#20) represent the grit and determination that defined Trail Blazers basketball, alongside Dave Twardzik (#13), Larry Steele (#15), and Lloyd Neal (#36). The organization also retired #1 for founding owner Larry Weinberg and #77 for championship coach Jack Ramsay, emphasizing the importance of leadership both on and off the court.</p> <p>The franchise's legendary roster extends far beyond retired numbers, featuring icons like Damian Lillard, whose clutch performances and loyalty to Portland made him a modern-day franchise legend. LaMarcus Aldridge, Rasheed Wallace, Jerome Kersey, Buck Williams, and international legend Arvydas Sabonis each contributed to the Trail Blazers' storied tradition in their own distinctive ways, creating memorable eras of competitive basketball.</p> <p>Currently sitting at 35-36, the Trail Blazers find themselves in a transitional phase, balancing competitive aspirations with long-term development. The organization is focused on identifying and nurturing young talent while maintaining the competitive spirit that has defined Portland basketball for generations. This rebuilding effort reflects the franchise's commitment to sustained success rather than short-term fixes.</p> <p>The Trail Blazers' influence extends globally, with the organization recognizing the growing talent emerging from Africa's basketball development programs. As the continent continues producing NBA-caliber players, Portland remains committed to scouting and developing international talent, understanding that basketball's future is truly global. The franchise's legacy of embracing diverse talent, exemplified by players like Sabonis, positions them well to continue this tradition of international excellence while maintaining their distinctive Pacific Northwest identity.</p>
Owner
Jody Allen
General manager
Joe Cronin
Head coach
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President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    1
    Player
    Larry Weinberg
    Year
    1987
  2. Number
    13
    Player
    Dave Twardzik
    Year
    1986
  3. Number
    15
    Player
    Larry Steele
    Year
    1981
  4. Number
    20
    Player
    Maurice Lucas
    Year
    1987
  5. Number
    22
    Player
    Clyde Drexler
    Year
    1998
  6. Number
    30
    Player
    Terry Porter
    Year
    2008
  7. Number
    32
    Player
    Bill Walton
    Year
    1989
  8. Number
    36
    Player
    Lloyd Neal
    Year
    1980
  9. Number
    77
    Player
    Jack Ramsay
    Year
    1997
Championships
  1. 1977
Championship count
1
Notable players
  1. Name
    Bill Walton
    Years
    1974-1978
    Jersey
    32
  2. Name
    Clyde Drexler
    Years
    1983-1995
    Jersey
    22
  3. Name
    Maurice Lucas
    Years
    1976-1980, 1987-1988
    Jersey
    20
  4. Name
    Terry Porter
    Years
    1985-1995
    Jersey
    30
  5. Name
    Damian Lillard
    Years
    2012-2023
    Jersey
    0
  6. Name
    LaMarcus Aldridge
    Years
    2006-2015
    Jersey
    12
  7. Name
    Rasheed Wallace
    Years
    1996-2004
    Jersey
    30
  8. Name
    Jerome Kersey
    Years
    1984-1995
    Jersey
    25
  9. Name
    Buck Williams
    Years
    1989-1996
    Jersey
    52
  10. Name
    Arvydas Sabonis
    Years
    1995-2001, 2002-2003
    Jersey
    11
  11. Name
    Brandon Roy
    Years
    2006-2011
    Jersey
    7
  12. Name
    CJ McCollum
    Years
    2013-2022
    Jersey
    3
  13. Name
    Larry Steele
    Years
    1971-1980
    Jersey
    15
  14. Name
    Dave Twardzik
    Years
    1976-1980
    Jersey
    13
Honours
  1. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1977
    Details
    Beat Philadelphia 76ers 4-2
  2. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1977
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
  3. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1990
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
  4. Title
    Western Conference Champions
    Year
    1992
    Details
    Not provided by the source.
  5. Title
    Pacific Division Champions
    Year
    1978
    Details
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  6. Title
    Pacific Division Champions
    Year
    1991
    Details
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History fr
<p>L'histoire des Portland Trail Blazers débute en 1970 lorsque Portland obtient une franchise d'expansion NBA pour 3,7 millions de dollars. La ville de l'Oregon, jusqu'alors inconnue du basketball professionnel, accueille sa première équipe majeure dans une ligue en pleine expansion.</p> <p>Les premières années sont difficiles pour les Blazers, qui peinent à trouver leur identité. Tout change avec l'arrivée de l'entraîneur Jack Ramsay en 1976 et la construction d'une équipe autour du pivot Bill Walton, sélectionné en première position de la draft 1974. Le géant roux, malgré ses blessures récurrentes, devient rapidement le leader technique et spirituel de l'équipe.</p> <p>L'apogée arrive en 1977 avec un parcours playoffs extraordinaire. Menés par un Bill Walton au sommet de son art, les Trail Blazers réalisent l'exploit de remonter un déficit de 0-2 face aux Philadelphia 76ers de Julius Erving en finale NBA. Cette victoire 4-2 offre à Portland son unique titre NBA et reste gravée dans l'histoire comme l'un des plus beaux exploits d'une franchise d'expansion.</p> <p>Malheureusement, les blessures de Walton compromettent la suite. Malgré une équipe talentueuse avec Maurice Lucas et Lionel Hollins, les Blazers ne parviennent pas à capitaliser sur leur succès. L'ère post-Walton voit l'émergence de nouvelles stars comme Clyde Drexler, drafté en 1983, qui devient rapidement l'une des figures emblématiques de la franchise.</p> <p>Les années 1990 marquent l'âge d'or de Drexler, surnommé "Clyde the Glide" pour son style aérien spectaculaire. Associé à Terry Porter, Buck Williams et plus tard à Clifford Robinson, il mène Portland vers deux finales consécutives en 1990 et 1992, toutes deux perdues face aux Detroit Pistons puis aux Chicago Bulls de Michael Jordan. Ces défaites, particulièrement cruelle celle de 1992 face à Jordan, marquent une génération de fans.</p> <p>L'arrivée de joueurs comme Rasheed Wallace, Damon Stoudamire et plus tard Scottie Pippen dans les années 2000 maintient Portland dans l'élite, mais sans succès majeur. L'équipe développe une réputation de formation talentueuse mais instable, avec de nombreux talents qui ne parviennent pas à franchir le cap ultime.</p> <p>La draft 2007 reste l'un des moments les plus controversés de l'histoire des Blazers. Avec le premier choix, Portland sélectionne Greg Oden au lieu de Kevin Durant, une décision qui hantera longtemps la franchise. Les blessures chroniques d'Oden contrastent cruellement avec l'ascension fulgurante de Durant à Seattle puis Oklahoma City.</p> <p>Heureusement, la franchise trouve un nouveau souffle avec l'arrivée de Damian Lillard en 2012. Le meneur devient rapidement une icône locale et nationale, notamment grâce à ses performances clutch et ses tirs à longue distance. Son buzzer beater contre Oklahoma City en 2019 et celui contre Denver en 2021 entrent dans la légende NBA et redonnent espoir aux fans de Portland.</p> <p>Lillard, accompagné de joueurs comme LaMarcus Aldridge puis CJ McCollum, remet Portland sur la carte des playoffs régulièrement, atteignant les finales de conférence Ouest en 2019. Malgré les départs d'Aldridge en 2015 et de McCollum échangé en 2022, Lillard reste fidèle à Portland, incarnant la loyauté rare dans le basketball moderne.</p> <p>Aujourd'hui en 2026, les Trail Blazers continuent leur quête d'un second titre NBA. Malgré 49 ans d'existence, un seul championnat et des occasions manquées, la franchise reste ancrée dans le cœur de Portland, symbolisant la passion d'une ville pour son équipe dans l'une des plus belles salles NBA, le Moda Center.</p>
History en
<p>The Portland Trail Blazers emerged in 1970 as part of the NBA's expansion into the Pacific Northwest, bringing professional basketball to Oregon's largest city. Named after the region's pioneering heritage, the franchise quickly established itself as a passionate basketball outpost in a city hungry for major league sports.</p> <p>The early years were marked by struggle and growth, as the young franchise worked to find its identity in the competitive Western Conference. Everything changed in 1976 when the Trail Blazers drafted center Bill Walton, a transformative talent whose arrival would define the organization's greatest era.</p> <p>The 1976-77 season became the stuff of legend. Led by the brilliant playmaking of Walton, the sharpshooting of Maurice Lucas, and the coaching genius of Jack Ramsay, Portland captured the hearts of basketball fans everywhere with their unselfish, fast-paced style. The Trail Blazers' championship run culminated in a stunning NBA Finals victory over the heavily favored Philadelphia 76ers, overcoming a 2-0 series deficit to win in six games. Bill Walton's dominant performance in the clinching Game 6 remains one of the greatest individual Finals performances in NBA history.</p> <p>The championship euphoria was short-lived, as injuries began to plague the franchise's cornerstone. Walton's chronic foot problems limited his effectiveness in subsequent seasons, though the team remained competitive through the early 1980s. The departure of key players and coaching changes marked the end of Portland's first golden age.</p> <p>The late 1980s and 1990s ushered in a new era of excellence, built around the explosive scoring of Clyde "The Glide" Drexler. Paired with power forward Buck Williams and later complemented by talents like Terry Porter and Jerome Kersey, the Trail Blazers became perennial contenders. This period reached its pinnacle in 1990 and 1992, when Portland advanced to the NBA Finals twice, though they fell short of championships on both occasions—first to the Detroit Pistons, then to Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls.</p> <p>The mid-1990s brought another franchise-defining moment with the drafting of Rasheed Wallace and the development of what became known as the "Jail Blazers" era. While talented players like Wallace, Damon Stoudamire, and later Arvydas Sabonis brought excitement to Portland, off-court controversies overshadowed on-court success throughout much of the late 1990s and early 2000s.</p> <p>A cultural transformation began in the mid-2000s under general manager Kevin Pritchard and later Neil Olshey. The franchise prioritized character and community involvement, drafting players like Brandon Roy and LaMarcus Aldridge who embodied Portland's blue-collar values. Roy's emergence as a dynamic shooting guard brought renewed hope before injuries tragically cut short his promising career.</p> <p>The modern era has been defined by the dynamic backcourt duo of Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum. Lillard's clutch performances and deep three-point range have produced numerous memorable playoff moments, including his series-winning shot against Oklahoma City in 2019. Under coach Terry Stotts and later Chauncey Billups, the Trail Blazers have remained competitive in the loaded Western Conference.</p> <p>Throughout their history, the Moda Center (formerly Rose Garden) has remained one of the NBA's most intimidating venues, with Portland's passionate fanbase creating an atmosphere that visiting players consistently praise and fear. The organization's commitment to community involvement and social justice initiatives has strengthened the bond between team and city.</p> <p>As the franchise approaches its sixth decade, the Trail Blazers continue building around Lillard's leadership while developing young talent. The organization's dedication to maintaining competitive basketball in a smaller market, combined with Portland's unwavering support, ensures that "Rip City" remains one of the NBA's most unique and beloved franchises. From Bill Walton's championship magic to Damian Lillard's clutch heroics, the Trail Blazers have consistently provided their fans with unforgettable moments while embodying the pioneering spirit of their Pacific Northwest home.</p>
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Memphis Grizzlies
Nickname
Grizzlies
Code
MEM
City
Memphis
Conference
west
Division
Southwest
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Bio fr
<p>Les Memphis Grizzlies incarnent l'esprit combatif et la résilience du basketball professionnel américain depuis leur installation dans la ville du blues en 2001. Cette franchise de la Conférence Ouest, qui évolue dans la Division Southwest, a su construire une identité unique basée sur la ténacité et le travail acharné, reflétant parfaitement l'âme de Memphis, Tennessee.</p> <p>Sous la direction du propriétaire Robert Pera, entrepreneur technologique visionnaire, les Grizzlies bénéficient d'une approche moderne et analytique du basketball. Le tandem formé par le General Manager Zach Kleiman et l'entraîneur principal Taylor Jenkins représente une nouvelle génération de dirigeants NBA, privilégiant le développement des jeunes talents et l'innovation tactique. Leur philosophie s'articule autour de la construction d'une culture gagnante durable, mêlant tradition défensive et basketball moderne.</p> <p>Bien que la franchise n'ait jamais remporté de championnat NBA, elle a marqué l'histoire de la ligue par ses performances mémorables et son style de jeu unique. Les Grizzlies ont notamment brillé durant l'ère "Grit and Grind", une époque dorée qui a vu l'équipe devenir l'une des défenses les plus redoutables de la NBA et atteindre régulièrement les playoffs.</p> <p>Deux légendes de la franchise ont vu leur maillot retiré et suspendu aux poutres de l'arène. Marc Gasol, le pivot espagnol au numéro 33, a incarné l'intelligence basketballistique et la polyvalence durant de nombreuses saisons, devenant une figure emblématique de Memphis. Zach Randolph, porteur du numéro 50, représente quant à lui l'esprit combatif des Grizzlies avec son jeu physique et sa détermination sans faille dans la raquette.</p> <p>La riche histoire de la franchise s'enrichit également des contributions exceptionnelles de joueurs légendaires comme Pau Gasol, le frère aîné de Marc qui a posé les bases du succès futur, Mike Conley Jr., meneur exemplaire et véritable général sur le terrain, ou encore Tony Allen, défenseur impitoyable surnommé "The Grindfather". Les fans se souviennent aussi de Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Shane Battier, du flamboyant Jason Williams, de Bryant Reeves et plus récemment de Ja Morant, prodige athlétique qui a révolutionné le jeu offensif de l'équipe.</p> <p>Actuellement, avec un bilan de 24 victoires pour 45 défaites, les Grizzlies traversent une période de reconstruction. Cette saison 2025-26 s'inscrit dans une logique de développement à long terme, l'organisation mise sur la progression de ses jeunes talents et la construction d'un noyau compétitif pour les années à venir. L'ambition reste claire : retrouver les sommets de la Conférence Ouest et décrocher ce premier titre NBA tant convoité, tout en perpétuant l'héritage unique de cette franchise qui a su conquérir le cœur des amateurs de basketball par son authenticité et sa passion.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Memphis Grizzlies stand as one of the NBA's most compelling franchise stories, embodying the gritty, blue-collar spirit of their Tennessee home while navigating through a challenging 2025-26 campaign that sees them sitting at 24-45 in the competitive Western Conference's Southwest Division. Under the ownership of Robert Pera since 2012, the franchise has cultivated an identity rooted in defensive tenacity and relentless effort that mirrors the work ethic of Memphis itself.</p> <p>Originally founded as the Vancouver Grizzlies in 1995 before relocating to Memphis in 2001, the franchise has never captured an NBA championship but has built a legacy around memorable playoff runs and unforgettable characters. The organization's culture reached its zenith during the "Grit and Grind" era of the 2010s, when players like Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen transformed Memphis into a feared playoff contender known for their suffocating defense and physical style of play.</p> <p>The franchise's pantheon of legends reflects both eras of their existence, from early stars like Bryant Reeves and Shareef Abdur-Rahim in Vancouver, to the crafty Jason Williams and defensive stalwart Shane Battier in their early Memphis years. The Gasol brothers, Pau and Marc, represent perhaps the most significant international connection in franchise history, with Marc's jersey number 33 hanging in the rafters alongside Zach Randolph's number 50 – the only two retired numbers in team history, symbolizing the heart and soul of those memorable Grizzlies teams.</p> <p>Current leadership remains anchored by General Manager Zach Kleiman and Head Coach Taylor Jenkins, who have worked to rebuild the franchise around emerging talent while maintaining the organizational values that defined their most successful periods. Their vision centers on developing young players within a system that emphasizes team basketball and defensive commitment, hallmarks that have defined Memphis basketball culture for over two decades.</p> <p>The modern face of the franchise has been Ja Morant, whose explosive athleticism and highlight-reel plays have energized the fanbase and brought national attention back to Memphis basketball. Morant's emergence as a legitimate superstar has provided hope that the Grizzlies can return to their playoff-contending ways, even as this season's struggles suggest the team remains in a transitional phase.</p> <p>Robert Pera's ownership has been marked by a commitment to the Memphis community and a patient approach to building sustainable success. His investment in both the team and the city has helped solidify the Grizzlies' place in Memphis culture, where the franchise serves as a source of civic pride despite never reaching the ultimate goal of an NBA championship.</p> <p>As the 2025-26 season winds down with playoff hopes diminished, the Grizzlies find themselves at another crossroads, seeking to recapture the magic that once made FedExForum one of the NBA's most intimidating venues. The challenge remains building around their core talent while maintaining the defensive identity and competitive spirit that has defined Memphis basketball throughout their nearly three-decade journey from expansion franchise to beloved community institution.</p>
Owner
Robert Pera
General manager
Zach Kleiman
Head coach
Taylor Jenkins
President
Not provided by the source.
Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    50
    Player
    Zach Randolph
    Year
    2022
  2. Number
    33
    Player
    Marc Gasol
    Year
    2023
Championships
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Championship count
0
Notable players
  1. Name
    Marc Gasol
    Years
    2008-2019
    Jersey
    33
  2. Name
    Zach Randolph
    Years
    2009-2017
    Jersey
    50
  3. Name
    Mike Conley Jr.
    Years
    2007-2019
    Jersey
    11
  4. Name
    Pau Gasol
    Years
    2001-2008
    Jersey
    16
  5. Name
    Tony Allen
    Years
    2010-2017
    Jersey
    9
  6. Name
    Shareef Abdur-Rahim
    Years
    1996-2001
    Jersey
    3
  7. Name
    Shane Battier
    Years
    2001-2006
    Jersey
    31
  8. Name
    Jason Williams
    Years
    1998-2001
    Jersey
    55
  9. Name
    Bryant Reeves
    Years
    1995-2001
    Jersey
    50
  10. Name
    Ja Morant
    Years
    2019-
    Jersey
    12
  11. Name
    Jaren Jackson Jr.
    Years
    2018-
    Jersey
    13
  12. Name
    Rudy Gay
    Years
    2006-2013
    Jersey
    22
Honours
  1. Title
    Southwest Division Champions
    Year
    2013
    Details
    56-26 record
  2. Title
    Southwest Division Champions
    Year
    2022
    Details
    56-26 record
History fr
<p>L'histoire des Memphis Grizzlies débute en 1995 avec une promesse d'expansion qui allait connaître des tribulations géographiques avant de trouver sa véritable identité dans le Sud américain. Née sous le nom de Vancouver Grizzlies lors de la saison 1995-96, cette franchise canadienne faisait partie de l'expansion NBA aux côtés des Toronto Raptors, marquant l'arrivée du basketball professionnel au Canada.</p> <p>Les premières années vancouveroises furent marquées par les difficultés typiques d'une équipe d'expansion. Malgré la présence de joueurs comme Bryant Reeves, surnommé "Big Country", et Shareef Abdur-Rahim qui émergea comme une étoile offensive, les Grizzlies peinaient à trouver leur rythme. Le taux de change défavorable du dollar canadien et les difficultés à attirer les grandes stars compliquèrent l'établissement de la franchise dans le marché vancouverois.</p> <p>Le tournant majeur survint en 2001 avec le déménagement vers Memphis, Tennessee. Cette relocalisation marqua le début d'une nouvelle ère pour la franchise, qui conserva son identité visuelle mais adopta une mentalité différente. L'arrivée de Pau Gasol lors de la draft 2001 constitua la première pierre d'un édifice qui allait progressivement se construire.</p> <p>L'ère Jerry West, qui rejoignit l'organisation en tant que président, apporta une crédibilité immédiate. Sous sa direction, Memphis commença à attirer des talents et à développer une culture gagnante. Pau Gasol devint rapidement le visage de la franchise, remportant le titre de Rookie of the Year en 2002 et établissant les fondations d'une équipe compétitive.</p> <p>La véritable transformation s'opéra au début des années 2010 avec l'émergence du style "Grit and Grind". Cette philosophie, incarnée par des joueurs comme Zach Randolph, Marc Gasol (frère de Pau), Tony Allen, et Mike Conley Jr., révolutionna l'identité de l'équipe. Les Grizzlies devinrent synonymes de défense acharnée, de jeu physique et de résilience mentale.</p> <p>L'apogée de cette ère survint lors des playoffs 2011, quand Memphis, huitième tête de série, créa la sensation en éliminant les San Antonio Spurs, premiers de la conférence Ouest, au premier tour. Cette victoire historique, menée par l'intensité défensive de Tony Allen et la polyvalence de Zach Randolph, propulsa les Grizzlies sur la carte nationale et établit leur réputation de "giant killers".</p> <p>Les années suivantes confirmèrent cette montée en puissance. Marc Gasol, élu Défenseur de l'Année en 2013, et Mike Conley Jr. formèrent un duo redoutable, menant l'équipe vers plusieurs participations consécutives aux playoffs. Le point culminant arriva en 2013 avec une mémorable série de Finales de Conférence contre les San Antonio Spurs, où Memphis poussa l'éventuel champion NBA jusqu'au match 7.</p> <p>La fin des années 2010 marqua une transition nécessaire. Le départ de Marc Gasol vers Toronto en 2019, où il remportera son premier championnat NBA, symbolisa la fin de l'ère "Grit and Grind". L'organisation entreprit alors une reconstruction stratégique, axée sur le développement de jeunes talents.</p> <p>L'arrivée de Ja Morant, sélectionné deuxième choix de la draft 2019, inaugura une nouvelle ère explosive. Son style de jeu spectaculaire, combinant vitesse, athlétisme et leadership naturel, redonna immédiatement espoir aux fans de Memphis. Rookie of the Year en 2020, Morant incarna rapidement l'avenir de la franchise.</p> <p>Sous la direction de Taylor Jenkins et avec des compléments comme Jaren Jackson Jr. et Desmond Bane, les Grizzlies ont retrouvé les playoffs en 2021, dépassant toutes les attentes. Leur progression fulgurante culmine avec leur statut actuel de contendant sérieux dans l'Ouest, prouvant que Memphis peut à nouveau rêver grand. Bien qu'aucun championnat NBA ne figure encore au palmarès, l'histoire des Grizzlies illustre parfaitement la persévérance et l'évolution constante du basketball professionnel moderne.</p>
History en
<p>The Memphis Grizzlies franchise began its NBA journey as the Vancouver Grizzlies during the 1995-96 season, part of the league's expansion into Canada alongside the Toronto Raptors. Founded in Vancouver, British Columbia, the team was named after the region's grizzly bear population, establishing an identity that would endure even through relocation.</p> <p>The Vancouver years (1995-2001) were marked by struggle and growing pains typical of expansion franchises. Playing at General Motors Place, the Grizzlies endured six difficult seasons, never achieving a winning record. The team's best Vancouver season came in 2000-01 with a 23-59 record under head coach Sidney Lowe. Key players during this era included Shareef Abdur-Rahim, who became the franchise's first star, averaging over 20 points per game for multiple seasons, and Mike Bibby, drafted third overall in 1998.</p> <p>Financial difficulties and limited fan support led to the franchise's relocation to Memphis, Tennessee, in 2001. The move transformed the Grizzlies into the first major professional sports franchise in Memphis since the ABA's Memphis Sounds. Playing initially at the Pyramid Arena before moving to FedExForum in 2004, the team began building a new identity in the basketball-loving city.</p> <p>The early Memphis years saw gradual improvement under general manager Jerry West, who joined the organization in 2002. West's shrewd draft picks and trades began reshaping the roster. The 2003 NBA Draft proved pivotal when Memphis selected Pau Gasol, who would become the franchise's first All-Star and cornerstone player. Gasol's arrival marked the beginning of the team's competitive era.</p> <p>The Grizzlies achieved their first playoff appearance in 2004, reaching the postseason for three consecutive years (2004-2006). Though they were swept in the first round each time, these appearances established Memphis as a legitimate NBA market and built a passionate fanbase known as "Grit and Grind" faithful.</p> <p>The franchise's golden era emerged in the early 2010s under the "Grit and Grind" identity. After trading Pau Gasol to the Lakers in 2008 for his younger brother Marc Gasol, the team developed a defensive-minded, physical style of play. The core of Marc Gasol, Zach Randolph, Mike Conley Jr., and Tony Allen became synonymous with Memphis basketball culture.</p> <p>This era peaked with seven consecutive playoff appearances from 2011-2017, including the franchise's greatest achievement: reaching the Western Conference Finals in 2013. The Grizzlies' upset victory over the top-seeded San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 2011 playoffs, becoming just the fourth eighth seed to defeat a first seed, remains one of the most iconic moments in franchise history.</p> <p>Marc Gasol emerged as the team's greatest player, earning Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2013 and multiple All-Star selections. Mike Conley Jr. became the franchise's most consistent point guard, while Zach Randolph provided interior toughness that epitomized the "Grit and Grind" philosophy.</p> <p>The late 2010s brought transition as the core aged. The team traded Marc Gasol and Mike Conley in 2019, officially ending the "Grit and Grind" era. However, this period also introduced Ja Morant, selected second overall in the 2019 NBA Draft, who immediately transformed the franchise's trajectory with his explosive athleticism and leadership.</p> <p>Under Morant's leadership and coach Taylor Jenkins, the Grizzlies have experienced a remarkable renaissance. The 2021-22 season saw Memphis achieve a franchise-record 56 wins and the second seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Morant's Rookie of the Year campaign in 2020 and subsequent All-Star selections have restored excitement to Memphis basketball.</p> <p>The current era features a young, talented roster built around Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane, representing a new generation of Grizzlies basketball. While championships remain elusive, the franchise has established itself as a model of small-market success, combining passionate fan support with competitive basketball that honors both the "Grit and Grind" legacy and an exciting, fast-paced future.</p>
Bio verified
Yes
Arena
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Arena city
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Arena state
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Founded
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Nba franchise
Yes
Mvp player
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Payload
Quarter grid
  1. Quarter
    Q1
    Home
    31
    Visitor
    30
  2. Quarter
    Q2
    Home
    32
    Visitor
    33
  3. Quarter
    Q3
    Home
    25
    Visitor
    33
  4. Quarter
    Q4
    Home
    34
    Visitor
    19
Lead summary
Largest lead
8
Largest lead team
visitor
Lead changes
2
Team stats
Home
Players used
10
Fgm
46
Fga
95
Fg pct
48.4
Tpm
21
Tpa
51
Tp pct
41.2
Ftm
9
Fta
14
Ft pct
64.3
Rebounds off
14
Rebounds def
34
Rebounds total
48
Assists
30
Steals
7
Blocks
3
Turnovers
17
Personal fouls
21
Visitor
Players used
8
Fgm
39
Fga
75
Fg pct
52
Tpm
14
Tpa
31
Tp pct
45.2
Ftm
15
Fta
21
Ft pct
71.4
Rebounds off
5
Rebounds def
30
Rebounds total
35
Assists
18
Steals
8
Blocks
6
Turnovers
12
Personal fouls
14
Leaders
Home
Scorer
Name
Jerami Grant
Value
29
Jersey
3
Rebounder
Name
Donovan Clingan
Value
19
Jersey
23
Assister
Name
C. Love
Value
8
Jersey
8
Visitor
Scorer
Name
OlivierMaxence Prosper
Value
25
Jersey
18
Rebounder
Name
GG Jackson
Value
8
Jersey
45
Assister
Name
W. Clayton Jr.
Value
7
Jersey
4
Player stats
Home
  1. Nba player id
    536
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    33
    Points
    29
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    5
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    10
    Fga
    17
    Fg pct
    58.8
    Tpm
    6
    Tpa
    10
    Tp pct
    60
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    5
    Ft pct
    60
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jerami
    Lastname
    Grant
    Jersey
    3
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    535
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    21
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    2
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    8
    Fga
    13
    Fg pct
    61.5
    Tpm
    4
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    66.7
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    8
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jrue
    Lastname
    Holiday
    Jersey
    5
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  3. Nba player id
    531
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    36
    Points
    20
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    19
    Rebounds off
    8
    Rebounds def
    11
    Fgm
    8
    Fga
    15
    Fg pct
    53.3
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    33.3
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    19
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Donovan
    Lastname
    Clingan
    Jersey
    23
    Position
    C
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  4. Nba player id
    533
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    17
    Assists
    8
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    7
    Fga
    18
    Fg pct
    38.9
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    11
    Tp pct
    27.3
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    -3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    C.
    Lastname
    Love
    Jersey
    8
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  5. Nba player id
    10
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    26
    Points
    10
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    7
    Fg pct
    57.1
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    40
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Vit
    Lastname
    Krejci
    Jersey
    27
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    526
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    9
    Points
    10
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    60
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    66.7
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    -11
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Blake
    Lastname
    Wesley
    Jersey
    20
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    527
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    34
    Points
    8
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    30
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    20
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    1
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    18
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Toumani
    Lastname
    Camara
    Jersey
    33
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  8. Nba player id
    530
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    33
    Points
    7
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    10
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    7
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    30
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    20
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Sidy
    Lastname
    Cissoko
    Jersey
    91
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  9. Nba player id
    325
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    11
    Points
    0
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    0
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    R.
    Lastname
    Rupert
    Jersey
    12
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  10. Nba player id
    534
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    25
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    3
    Points
    0
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    0
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Y.
    Lastname
    Hansen
    Jersey
    16
    Position
    C
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
Visitor
  1. Nba player id
    322
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    25
    Points
    25
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    5
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    9
    Fga
    13
    Fg pct
    69.2
    Tpm
    7
    Tpa
    8
    Tp pct
    87.5
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    OlivierMaxence
    Lastname
    Prosper
    Jersey
    18
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  2. Nba player id
    331
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    28
    Points
    22
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    7
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    70
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    6
    Fta
    6
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    0
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    J.
    Lastname
    Small
    Jersey
    10
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  3. Nba player id
    314
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    20
    Points
    13
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    40
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    -7
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Ty
    Lastname
    Jerome
    Jersey
    2
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    335
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    31
    Points
    11
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    2
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    14
    Fg pct
    35.7
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    25
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    -16
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kentavious
    Lastname
    Caldwell-Pope
    Jersey
    1
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  5. Nba player id
    323
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    30
    Points
    11
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    8
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    10
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    GG
    Lastname
    Jackson
    Jersey
    45
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  6. Nba player id
    336
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    11
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    6
    Fg pct
    83.3
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    33.3
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kyle
    Lastname
    Anderson
    Jersey
    12
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  7. Nba player id
    330
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    28
    Points
    8
    Assists
    7
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    8
    Fg pct
    37.5
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    3
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    0
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    W.
    Lastname
    Clayton Jr.
    Jersey
    4
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  8. Nba player id
    324
    Nba game id
    1139
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    22
    Points
    6
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    4
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    5
    Ft pct
    40
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Taylor
    Lastname
    Hendricks
    Jersey
    22
    Position
    F
    Headshot

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