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Season
2025
Game date
2025-12-27T23:00:00.000000Z
Start time
2025-12-28T22:00:00.000000Z
Home team id
31
Visitor team id
15
Home score
116
Visitor score
112
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  2. 35
  3. 24
  4. 32
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  1. 27
  2. 32
  3. 29
  4. 24
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Capital One Arena
Arena city
Washington
Arena state
DC
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Name
Washington Wizards
Nickname
Wizards
Code
WAS
City
Washington
Conference
east
Division
Southeast
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Bio fr
<p>Les Washington Wizards incarnent une franchise NBA marquée par une riche histoire et des moments de gloire inoubliables, malgré des années récentes difficiles. Basée dans la capitale américaine, cette équipe de la Conférence Est évolue dans la Division Southeast sous la propriété de Ted Leonsis, un homme d'affaires visionnaire qui a également transformé les Washington Capitals en champions de la NHL.</p> <p>Avec un bilan actuel de 16 victoires pour 53 défaites en cette saison 2025-26, les Wizards traversent une période de reconstruction complète. Cette situation reflète une transition profonde au sein de l'organisation, qui cherche à retrouver les sommets atteints lors de leur conquête du championnat NBA en 1978, une époque dorée qui reste gravée dans l'histoire de la franchise.</p> <p>Le panthéon des Wizards brille de légendes immortalisées par le retrait de leurs maillots. Wes Unseld (#41), pilier défensif et MVP des Finals 1978, demeure l'âme de cette conquête historique. À ses côtés, Elvin Hayes (#11) a marqué l'histoire par sa puissance offensive et sa longévité exceptionnelle. Earl Monroe (#10), surnommé "Earl the Pearl" pour son style flamboyant, et Gus Johnson (#25), force de la nature sous les panneaux, complètent ce quatuor légendaire qui a défini l'identité combative des Wizards.</p> <p>L'héritage de la franchise s'enrichit également d'autres figures emblématiques qui ont marqué différentes époques. Walt Bellamy domina les années 1960 avec sa présence imposante, tandis que Chris Webber apporta sa polyvalence dans les années 2000. Gilbert Arenas illumina Washington de son talent offensif spectaculaire, créant l'une des périodes les plus excitantes de l'histoire récente de la franchise. Plus récemment, le duo John Wall-Bradley Beal a redonné espoir aux supporters, Wall électrifiant le jeu par sa vitesse et ses passes décisives, tandis que Beal s'imposait comme l'un des meilleurs scoreurs de la ligue. Antawn Jamison, avec sa régularité offensive remarquable, complète cette galerie de talents qui ont porté les couleurs de Washington.</p> <p>La situation actuelle des Wizards reflète une phase de transition ambitieuse. Ted Leonsis, fort de son expérience réussie avec les Capitals, maintient une vision à long terme pour redonner à la franchise ses lettres de noblesse. L'organisation mise sur le développement de jeunes talents et la construction d'une culture gagnante durable, consciente que les reconstructions les plus solides nécessitent patience et détermination.</p> <p>Cette période de reconstruction représente une opportunité pour les Wizards de redéfinir leur identité et de retrouver la compétitivité qui caractérisait leurs grandes heures. L'héritage des légendes du passé continue d'inspirer cette nouvelle génération, portant l'espoir d'un retour au sommet pour une franchise qui a su conquérir le titre suprême et aspire à revivre de tels moments de gloire dans la capitale américaine.</p>
Bio en
<p>The Washington Wizards stand as one of the NBA's most storied franchises, representing the nation's capital with a rich basketball heritage that spans over five decades. Founded in 1961 as the Chicago Packers before evolving through various identities including the Baltimore/Capital/Washington Bullets and finally becoming the Wizards in 1997, this Southeast Division franchise has weathered numerous transformations while maintaining its connection to the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) region's passionate basketball community.</p> <p>Under the ownership of Ted Leonsis, the Wizards have embraced a culture of resilience and determination that reflects the hardworking spirit of Washington, D.C. Leonsis, who also owns the NHL's Washington Capitals, has consistently emphasized the importance of building a franchise that the entire region can rally behind, fostering deep community ties and youth development programs throughout the metropolitan area.</p> <p>The franchise's crowning achievement remains their 1978 NBA Championship, when the then-Washington Bullets captured the title behind the dominant frontcourt duo of Wes Unseld and Elvin Hayes. That championship team embodied the gritty, physical style of basketball that became synonymous with the organization for decades. The legacy of that era lives on through the four retired jerseys hanging in the rafters: Wes Unseld's #41, recognizing the Hall of Fame center's leadership and rebounding prowess; Elvin Hayes' #11, honoring "The Big E's" scoring and shot-blocking excellence; Earl Monroe's #10, celebrating "Black Jesus" and his revolutionary playground-inspired moves; and Gus Johnson's #25, commemorating one of the league's most explosive forwards.</p> <p>The Wizards' pantheon of legendary players extends well beyond those championship heroes, encompassing multiple generations of basketball excellence. Walt Bellamy dominated the paint in the early years, while Chris Webber brought his versatile big-man skills to the nation's capital. The Gilbert Arenas era brought excitement and controversy in equal measure, featuring "Agent Zero's" clutch shooting and dynamic personality. More recently, the John Wall and Bradley Beal backcourt partnership defined a decade of Wizards basketball, with Wall's explosive athleticism and court vision complementing Beal's pure shooting stroke and scoring ability. Antawn Jamison's consistent production and professional approach also left an indelible mark on the franchise.</p> <p>Currently sitting at 16-53, the 2025-26 season represents a challenging period for the organization as it navigates a rebuilding phase. Without established leadership in the general manager and head coaching positions, the franchise finds itself at a crossroads, seeking the right combination of front office vision and on-court guidance to return to playoff contention.</p> <p>The Wizards' commitment to basketball extends beyond their immediate roster, as they continue to scout and develop talent from across the globe. Their international perspective aligns with the NBA's global growth initiatives, and the franchise remains open to discovering the next generation of stars who could help restore championship glory to Washington. The organization's focus on youth development and community engagement positions them to build sustainable success while honoring their rich basketball tradition in the nation's capital.</p>
Owner
Ted Leonsis
General manager
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Head coach
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President
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Retired jerseys
  1. Number
    10
    Player
    Earl Monroe
    Year
    1987
  2. Number
    11
    Player
    Elvin Hayes
    Year
    1981
  3. Number
    25
    Player
    Gus Johnson
    Year
    1978
  4. Number
    41
    Player
    Wes Unseld
    Year
    1981
Championships
  1. 1978
Championship count
1
Notable players
  1. Name
    Elvin Hayes
    Years
    1972-1981
    Jersey
    11
  2. Name
    Wes Unseld
    Years
    1968-1981
    Jersey
    41
  3. Name
    Earl Monroe
    Years
    1968-1972
    Jersey
    10
  4. Name
    Gus Johnson
    Years
    1963-1972
    Jersey
    25
  5. Name
    Walt Bellamy
    Years
    1961-1965
    Jersey
    8
  6. Name
    Chris Webber
    Years
    1994-1998, 2007-2008
    Jersey
    4
  7. Name
    Gilbert Arenas
    Years
    2003-2010
    Jersey
    0
  8. Name
    John Wall
    Years
    2010-2020
    Jersey
    2
  9. Name
    Bradley Beal
    Years
    2012-2023
    Jersey
    3
  10. Name
    Antawn Jamison
    Years
    2004-2010
    Jersey
    4
  11. Name
    Juwan Howard
    Years
    1994-2001
    Jersey
    5
  12. Name
    Caron Butler
    Years
    2005-2010
    Jersey
    4
  13. Name
    Jeff Malone
    Years
    1983-1990
    Jersey
    24
Honours
  1. Title
    NBA Champions
    Year
    1978
    Details
    Beat Seattle SuperSonics 4-3
  2. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1971
    Details
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  3. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1975
    Details
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  4. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1978
    Details
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  5. Title
    Eastern Conference Champions
    Year
    1979
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History fr
<p>L'histoire des Washington Wizards débute en 1961 avec la création des Chicago Packers, une franchise née dans le contexte de l'expansion de la NBA. Cette équipe, qui allait connaître plus de transformations qu'aucune autre franchise de la ligue, entame son parcours dans la Windy City avant de vivre une odyssée géographique et identitaire remarquable.</p> <p>Dès 1962, les Packers deviennent les Chicago Zephyrs, première métamorphose d'une longue série. Mais c'est en 1963 que l'histoire prend véritablement son envol avec le déménagement vers Baltimore et l'adoption du nom de Bullets. Cette période baltimoraise marque les premiers pas sérieux de la franchise, qui commence à structurer son identité basketballistique sur la côte Est.</p> <p>Les années 1970 représentent l'âge d'or de cette franchise nomade. Désormais installée dans la région de Washington (d'abord sous l'appellation Capital Bullets, puis Washington Bullets), l'équipe connaît ses plus beaux moments. L'arrivée d'Elvin Hayes en 1972 transforme radicalement le destin de la franchise. Le "Big E", colosse de 2m06 doté d'un fadeaway dévastateur, devient rapidement la pierre angulaire d'une équipe ambitieuse.</p> <p>L'apogée survient en 1978 avec la conquête du titre NBA, unique championnat de l'histoire de la franchise. Cette saison mémorable voit les Bullets, menés par Hayes et Wes Unseld au poste, renverser les Philadelphia 76ers de Julius Erving en finale de Conférence Est, avant de triompher face aux Seattle SuperSonics en finale NBA. Ce sacre reste gravé dans les mémoires comme l'aboutissement d'années de construction patiente.</p> <p>Wes Unseld, figure emblématique de cette époque dorée, incarne l'esprit guerrier des Bullets. Ce pivot de 2m01, MVP de la saison régulière et des Finals en 1969 (exploit rarissime pour une recrue), symbolise la culture défensive et l'intensité physique qui caractérisent alors la franchise. Ses passes et ses écrans dévastateurs font merveille aux côtés du talent offensif d'Hayes.</p> <p>Les années 1980 voient la franchise maintenir un niveau compétitif respectable, notamment grâce à l'émergence de Jeff Malone et la longévité d'Elvin Hayes. Cependant, l'ombre des Celtics et des Pistons empêche les Bullets de retrouver les sommets de la décennie précédente.</p> <p>Un tournant majeur s'opère en 1997 avec le changement d'identité vers les "Wizards", abandonnant définitivement l'héritage des Bullets. Cette transformation coïncide avec l'ère Michael Jordan, qui sort de sa retraite en 2001 pour endosser l'uniforme de Washington. Bien que cette période ne débouche sur aucun exploit collectif, elle marque l'histoire par la présence du plus grand joueur de tous les temps sous ces nouvelles couleurs.</p> <p>Les années 2000 et 2010 alternent entre phases de reconstruction et moments d'espoir. Gilbert Arenas illumine le Verizon Center de son talent explosif au milieu des années 2000, avant que des blessures n'interrompent prématurément sa trajectoire. John Wall prend ensuite le relais, formant un duo spectaculaire avec Bradley Beal qui redonne de l'optimisme aux supporters.</p> <p>La décennie 2010 voit les Wizards retrouver régulièrement les playoffs, portés par l'alchimie Wall-Beal. Leurs qualités athlétiques et leur complicité offensive permettent à Washington de redevenir compétitif, même si le graal du titre continue d'échapper à la franchise.</p> <p>Aujourd'hui, en 2026, les Wizards poursuivent leur quête d'excellence sous l'impulsion de Bradley Beal, devenu la figure de proue d'une organisation qui rêve de retrouver la gloire de 1978. Cette franchise à l'histoire riche continue d'écrire son récit, portée par l'espoir de renouer avec les succès d'antan.</p>
History en
<p>The Washington Wizards franchise began its NBA journey in 1961 as the Chicago Packers, marking the start of what would become one of the league's most nomadic franchises. Founded as an expansion team, the Packers struggled immediately in the Windy City, posting a dismal 18-62 record in their inaugural season. The franchise's early identity crisis was evident when they changed their name to the Chicago Zephyrs after just one season, though this did little to improve their fortunes on the court.</p> <p>The most significant transformation came in 1963 when the franchise relocated to Baltimore, becoming the Baltimore Bullets. This move marked the beginning of the organization's most successful era. Under the guidance of head coach Gene Shue and later Dick Motta, the Bullets developed into a formidable force throughout the late 1960s and 1970s. The team's identity was forged around tough, physical play and exceptional teamwork.</p> <p>The franchise's golden period reached its pinnacle during the late 1970s, anchored by the legendary Elvin Hayes and the crafty point guard play of Phil Chenier. The 1977-78 season represented the absolute peak of the organization's history, as the Washington Bullets—having moved to the nation's capital and briefly been known as the Capital Bullets—captured their only NBA championship. Led by Hayes, Bob Dandridge, and Wes Unseld, the Bullets overcame the heavily favored Seattle SuperSonics in a thrilling seven-game NBA Finals series.</p> <p>Wes Unseld emerged as the franchise's most iconic figure during this championship era. The powerful center and forward, known for his bone-jarring screens and outlet passing, became the heart and soul of the organization. His leadership and blue-collar work ethic perfectly embodied the Bullets' identity. The championship team also featured the sharpshooting of Kevin Grevey and the veteran presence of Elvin Hayes, who had returned to the area where he starred collegiately at the University of Houston.</p> <p>The early 1980s saw the franchise return to the NBA Finals in 1979, though they fell short against the Seattle SuperSonics in a rematch of the previous year's championship series. This period also witnessed the emergence of Jeff Ruland and Rick Mahorn, who formed a intimidating frontcourt duo that earned respect throughout the league for their physical style of play.</p> <p>The late 1980s and early 1990s brought a new star to Washington in the form of Bernard King, whose scoring prowess provided excitement during an otherwise transitional period. However, it was the arrival of Chris Webber in the mid-1990s that truly revitalized the franchise. Webber's combination of size, skill, and athleticism made him one of the most dynamic power forwards in the league during his tenure with the Bullets.</p> <p>The franchise underwent its final transformation in 1997, changing its name from the Bullets to the Wizards in an effort to distance itself from the violent connotations of the previous moniker. This change coincided with the construction of a new arena and a renewed commitment to building a competitive team.</p> <p>The early 2000s witnessed perhaps the most significant moment in modern franchise history when Michael Jordan came out of retirement to play for the Wizards from 2001 to 2003. While Jordan's individual brilliance remained evident, the team struggled to achieve significant success during his tenure. Nevertheless, his presence brought unprecedented attention and credibility to the organization.</p> <p>The Gilbert Arenas era from 2003 to 2010 represented both the heights and depths of the franchise's modern history. Arenas's explosive scoring ability and clutch performances made him one of the league's most exciting players, leading the Wizards to multiple playoff appearances. However, injuries and off-court controversies ultimately derailed what had been a promising period.</p> <p>In recent years, the franchise has focused on building around young talent and establishing a more stable organizational culture. The Wizards have worked to honor their championship legacy while adapting to the modern NBA landscape, seeking to recapture the glory that once made them the pride of the nation's capital.</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
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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
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Arena
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Arena city
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Arena state
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Founded
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Nba franchise
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Payload
Quarter grid
  1. Quarter
    Q1
    Home
    25
    Visitor
    27
  2. Quarter
    Q2
    Home
    35
    Visitor
    32
  3. Quarter
    Q3
    Home
    24
    Visitor
    29
  4. Quarter
    Q4
    Home
    32
    Visitor
    24
Lead summary
Largest lead
4
Largest lead team
visitor
Lead changes
3
Team stats
Home
Players used
10
Fgm
42
Fga
99
Fg pct
42.4
Tpm
8
Tpa
33
Tp pct
24.2
Ftm
24
Fta
25
Ft pct
96
Rebounds off
15
Rebounds def
39
Rebounds total
54
Assists
26
Steals
9
Blocks
12
Turnovers
19
Personal fouls
20
Visitor
Players used
10
Fgm
43
Fga
103
Fg pct
41.7
Tpm
9
Tpa
32
Tp pct
28.1
Ftm
17
Fta
21
Ft pct
81
Rebounds off
10
Rebounds def
33
Rebounds total
43
Assists
27
Steals
14
Blocks
8
Turnovers
16
Personal fouls
17
Leaders
Home
Scorer
Name
Alex Sarr
Value
20
Jersey
20
Rebounder
Name
Justin Champagnie
Value
12
Jersey
9
Assister
Name
Bub Carrington
Value
7
Jersey
7
Visitor
Scorer
Name
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Value
31
Jersey
20
Rebounder
Name
Santi Aldama
Value
10
Jersey
34
Assister
Name
Ja Morant
Value
7
Jersey
1
Player stats
Home
  1. Nba player id
    620
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    26
    Points
    20
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    9
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    6
    Fgm
    9
    Fga
    20
    Fg pct
    45
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    16.7
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    1
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    6
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Alex
    Lastname
    Sarr
    Jersey
    20
    Position
    C
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  2. Nba player id
    25
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    33
    Points
    16
    Assists
    5
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    12
    Fg pct
    41.7
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    6
    Tp pct
    16.7
    Ftm
    5
    Fta
    5
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    4
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    CJ
    Lastname
    McCollum
    Jersey
    3
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  3. Nba player id
    150
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    22
    Points
    14
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    8
    Fg pct
    75
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    0
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Marvin
    Lastname
    Bagley III
    Jersey
    3
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    625
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    26
    Points
    14
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    11
    Fg pct
    45.5
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    40
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    18
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    T.
    Lastname
    Johnson
    Jersey
    12
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  5. Nba player id
    616
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    29
    Points
    14
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    3
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    6
    Fga
    15
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    3
    Blocks
    2
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Bilal
    Lastname
    Coulibaly
    Jersey
    Not provided by the source.
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  6. Nba player id
    618
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    12
    Assists
    7
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    9
    Fg pct
    44.4
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    66.7
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    8
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    -3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Bub
    Lastname
    Carrington
    Jersey
    7
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    169
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    23
    Points
    10
    Assists
    2
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    7
    Fg pct
    28.6
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    6
    Fta
    6
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    6
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Khris
    Lastname
    Middleton
    Jersey
    22
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  8. Nba player id
    611
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    25
    Points
    10
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    12
    Rebounds off
    4
    Rebounds def
    8
    Fgm
    3
    Fga
    8
    Fg pct
    37.5
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    -2
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Justin
    Lastname
    Champagnie
    Jersey
    9
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  9. Nba player id
    612
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    11
    Points
    6
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    4
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -4
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Malaki
    Lastname
    Branham
    Jersey
    12
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  10. Nba player id
    624
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    31
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    19
    Points
    0
    Assists
    4
    Rebounds total
    4
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    0
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    0
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    W.
    Lastname
    Riley
    Jersey
    27
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
Visitor
  1. Nba player id
    311
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    35
    Points
    31
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    8
    Rebounds off
    4
    Rebounds def
    4
    Fgm
    11
    Fga
    25
    Fg pct
    44
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    7
    Tp pct
    28.6
    Ftm
    7
    Fta
    9
    Ft pct
    77.8
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    4
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    4
    Plus minus
    1
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jaren
    Lastname
    Jackson Jr.
    Jersey
    20
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  2. Nba player id
    312
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    21
    Assists
    7
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    8
    Fga
    16
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    3
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    60
    Ftm
    2
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    -22
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Ja
    Lastname
    Morant
    Jersey
    1
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  3. Nba player id
    318
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    35
    Points
    14
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    10
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    8
    Fgm
    5
    Fga
    14
    Fg pct
    35.7
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    25
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    4
    Ft pct
    75
    Steals
    5
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    3
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    -12
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Santi
    Lastname
    Aldama
    Jersey
    34
    Position
    F
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  4. Nba player id
    333
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    23
    Points
    11
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    6
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    9
    Fg pct
    44.4
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    3
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    3
    Fta
    3
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -13
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    C.
    Lastname
    Coward
    Jersey
    23
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  5. Nba player id
    328
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    28
    Points
    11
    Assists
    3
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    7
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    11
    Fg pct
    36.4
    Tpm
    2
    Tpa
    4
    Tp pct
    50
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    2
    Ft pct
    50
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    2
    Plus minus
    5
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Jaylen
    Lastname
    Wells
    Jersey
    Not provided by the source.
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  6. Nba player id
    327
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    27
    Points
    8
    Assists
    7
    Rebounds total
    3
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    3
    Fgm
    4
    Fga
    11
    Fg pct
    36.4
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    5
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    2
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    2
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    13
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Cam
    Lastname
    Spencer
    Jersey
    24
    Position
    G
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  7. Nba player id
    323
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    21
    Points
    5
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    1
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    2
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    1
    Fta
    1
    Ft pct
    100
    Steals
    4
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    1
    Personal fouls
    3
    Plus minus
    12
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    GG
    Lastname
    Jackson
    Jersey
    45
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  8. Nba player id
    14
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    25
    Points
    4
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    7
    Rebounds off
    2
    Rebounds def
    5
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    0
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    3
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    3
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Christian
    Lastname
    Koloko
    Jersey
    35
    Position
    C
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
  9. Nba player id
    335
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    11
    Points
    4
    Assists
    1
    Rebounds total
    1
    Rebounds off
    1
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    2
    Fga
    5
    Fg pct
    40
    Tpm
    0
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    0
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    0
    Blocks
    1
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    0
    Plus minus
    0
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    Kentavious
    Lastname
    Caldwell-Pope
    Jersey
    1
    Position
    G
    Headshot

    Image unavailable.

  10. Nba player id
    322
    Nba game id
    821
    Nba team id
    15
    Season
    2025
    Stage
    2
    Is season average
    No
    Minutes
    8
    Points
    3
    Assists
    0
    Rebounds total
    0
    Rebounds off
    0
    Rebounds def
    0
    Fgm
    1
    Fga
    2
    Fg pct
    50
    Tpm
    1
    Tpa
    1
    Tp pct
    100
    Ftm
    0
    Fta
    0
    Ft pct
    0
    Steals
    1
    Blocks
    0
    Turnovers
    0
    Personal fouls
    1
    Plus minus
    -7
    Comment
    Not provided by the source.
    Player
    Firstname
    OlivierMaxence
    Lastname
    Prosper
    Jersey
    18
    Position
    F
    Headshot
    Not provided by the source.
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