Grizzlies vs. Hawks: Play-by-play, highlights and reactions
The Memphis Grizzlies (48-23) play against the Atlanta Hawks (35-35) at State Farm Arena
Celtics standings watch:
1. MIA – 4.0 GB
2. MIL – 1.5 GB
3. PHI – 1.0 GB
4. BOS
5. CHI – 1.5 UP
6. CLE – 2.5 UP
7. TOR – 3.5 UP
8. BKN – 6.0 UP
9. ATL – 7.5 UP
10. CHA – 7.5 UP – 12:14 AM Trae Young @TheTraeYoung
Good Dub🥽🤌🏽💯 pic.twitter.com/bPRnMcQJkT – 11:35 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Clint Capela, on his no-look assist and Trae’s reaction on the bench:
“He said that I had the vision.” pic.twitter.com/8MF3shM6kz – 11:09 PM Ian Begley @IanBegley
Knicks’ win over Wizards puts them a half-game ahead of WAS in the Eastern Conference. NYK is currently tied with LAL for 11th-worst record in the NBA & is 5 games behind ATL for 10th place in the East. Knicks have won 5 of last 7 games. – 11:06 PM Dave Early @DavidEarly
“Joel Embiid, DeMar DeRozan, Ja Morant for me, those are my top three and I’ll probably go Joel. Jokic, you can throw throw Jokic in there. But I’ll probably go Joel.”
-Sounds like Kevin Durant gives his vote for MVP to Joel Embiid. pic.twitter.com/755IgFVoMG – 11:01 PM Kristian Winfield @Krisplashed
Kevin Durant says he thinks the MVP race this year is between Joel Embiid, DeMar DeRozan, Ja Morant and Nikola Jokic. Says his pick is Joel Embiid, but says the award can go any way. – 10:55 PM Alex Schiffer @Alex__Schiffer
Kevin Durant asked to pick the league’s MVP, said he’d go with Joel Embiid, but said his top four are Ja Morant, Jokic, Embiid and DeMar DeRozan. – 10:54 PM Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
Clippers haven’t lost a game by 30+ since the massacre vs Mavericks the Sunday after Christmas 2020.
That’s the only thing in play here with 12 minutes left to play and Utah up 95-58.
Previous worst loss this season: 135-109 at Memphis
Previous lowest points: 79 vs Cavaliers – 10:50 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
On if Delon Wright has earned more playing time, McMillan said Wright had earned playing time even when he was taking him out of the rotation:
“He earned the playing time at that time. We had a 10-man rotation, and as I mentioned, as I told him, he’s a utility guy for us.” pic.twitter.com/hO3bIsnudi – 10:40 PM Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Bogdan Bogdanovic said “making winning plays. That makes me happy”. #TrueToAtlanta – 10:38 PM Trae Young @TheTraeYoung
How bout them Hawks😏
#WeMove – 10:26 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Grizzlies drop one in Atlanta 120-105. @matthgill with the Recap: https://t.co/jvEWoUhAQ7 pic.twitter.com/fSTi6HwCD7 – 10:15 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Coach Jenkins said there is no update on Ja Morant but said he was having soreness in knee and is getting checked out right now. – 10:14 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Taylor Jenkins said “no firm update” on Ja Morant. Morant felt some soreness in his knee, so Jenkins said it was precautionary to take him out. – 10:14 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Kevin Huerter didn’t score much (six points) and was briefly sidelined with a low back strain, but led the Hawks in assists with seven. – 10:12 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
McMillan used the word ‘solid’ to describe Delon Wright.
He has used that adjective more often that not this season when the topic has gone to Wright this season. – 10:09 PM John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Lakers win! Grizzlies celebrate! #raceforLAlottopick – 10:07 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Ugly game for the Grizzlies. Each time the offense got close to threatening to make it a game, Atlanta went on another run. A lot of defensive mistakes today combined with 18 assists and 16 turnovers. – 10:07 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Nate McMillan praised the team’s transition defense against a Memphis team that leads the NBA in fast-break points. – 10:05 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
😓 pic.twitter.com/tt3DoX7hQV – 10:03 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Tonight’s win marks Atlanta’s 15th win in its last 17 games at State Farm Arena. The Hawks have also won a season-high seven straight home games. – 10:01 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Grizzlies fall to the Hawks 120-105.
Grizz gave up 24pts off 17 turnovers and the bench was outscored 53-32. – 9:58 PM Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Bogdan Bogdanovic vs Grizzlies
30 points
9/15 FG
5/6 3P
3 assists
3 steals
Bogi put the Young-less Hawks on his back and get them back on the winning column. #TrueToAtlanta – 9:57 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks get back to .500 (35-35) with a 120-105 win over the Grizzlies.
Bogdanovic: 30 points, 9/15 FG
Wright: 18 points (7/11 FG), 6 assists, 5 steals, 1 block
Capela: 18/7, 2 blocks, 1 steal, 9/10 FG
No Trae Young. No John Collins. No problem for the Hawks tonight. – 9:54 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Huge win for the Hawks vs. the Grizzlies, 120-105.
Atlanta gets back to .500 at 35-35.
Hawks were without Trae Young AND John Collins but shared the ball (28 assists) and got huge games from Bogi (30 pts, 3 ast, 3 stl) and Delon Wright (18 pts, 5 stl, 6 ast). – 9:54 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Delon Wright has his second career game with 15-or-more points, 5-or-more assists and 5-or-more steals (5/5/21 at IND). – 9:48 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
During the break, Ja Morant seems to be in pain and limps back to the locker room. – 9:48 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Delon Wright, who a few games ago Nate McMillan had said he was taking out of the rotation, has 18 points (4-6 from 3), 6 assists, 5 steals, 3 rebounds and a block in 30 minutes, in addition to his usual scrappy defense.
Wright started tonight, with Trae Young injured. – 9:48 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
well I got my answer.. 8-0 run by the Hawks. – 9:46 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his first steal tonight, Lou Williams has reached 950 in his career. – 9:45 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
How was there not a spot for Delon Wright in the rotation? lol – 9:44 PM Jason Walker @JasonWalkerNBA
Bob: they’ve only made five threes all night!
grizzlies: hit threes on next two possessions
🤣🤣🤣 – 9:43 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
BIG TRIP. pic.twitter.com/1VEHUmYydl – 9:42 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Huerter had a pretty sizable wrap around his midsection as he went to the table. – 9:40 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
keep chipping……….keeep chipping. – 9:35 PM Jason Walker @JasonWalkerNBA
Reminds me of how we played late last season when Trae missed a couple and the team pulled together. – 9:31 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
This is the Hawks’ best defensive performance since when? – 9:29 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
The Hawks will take a 91-72 lead vs. the Grizzlies into the fourth quarter.
(deleted previous tweet because I inverted some numbers 🙃) – 9:25 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Grizzlies cut the Hawks’ lead to 10 midway through the quarter but a 18-9 run has pushed the lead back to 19. Hawks up 91-72 entering the fourth.
Bogdanovic: 17, 4/9 FG
Wright: 15 points, 6 assists, 4 steals, 1 block
Capela/Hunter: 14 each – 9:25 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his second three-pointer tonight, Bogdan Bogdanovic has reached 700 career triples. – 9:19 PM James Plowright @British_Buzz
This was not the agreement we had @Memphis Grizzlies, trailing by 20 to a Hawks team without Young – 9:17 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Bogdan Bogdanovic, when he dribbles into the paint between four defenders looking for a 13-footer. pic.twitter.com/6FaqzrW5YP – 9:17 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
point slomo 🥽 pic.twitter.com/uayc8A3Fgn – 9:15 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Delon Wright’s 5 steals tie the most by a Hawks player in a game this season (Capela 5 at San Antonio, 11/24/21). – 9:14 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Grizzlies got down 10, then Hawks rattled off six straight. Timeout Memphis. 79-63 Hawks lead in 3Q – 9:12 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
If you told me Dillon Brooks led the NBA in personal fouls the last two seasons, I would believe you. – 9:06 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
one man fast break 🥷 pic.twitter.com/oJHy0YjtRc – 9:04 PM Geoff Calkins @geoff_calkins
It’s Memphis vs. Gonzaga. Just like Penny Hardaway dreamed. Column: dailymemphian.com/subscriber/sec… – 9:04 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Sharife Cooper had 25 points (8-15 FG), 6 assists, 5 TOs in his start for College Park tonight. – 9:03 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Grizzlies are scoring more so far in the second half. Not a surprise. The question is/will be if they can get enough stops. – 9:01 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
a quick burst outta the locker room. okay okay. – 9:00 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his fourth field goal made tonight, Danilo Gallinari has 3,400 in his career. – 9:00 PM Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
The Hawks without John Collins and Trae Young are beating the Grizzlies by 19 at the half. Knicks not getting help. – 8:57 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Delon Wright has 11 points, 4 rebounds, 4 steals, 2 assists, 1 block at halftime. – 8:45 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
some work to do. pic.twitter.com/pND1D4u3hV – 8:44 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Halftime: Hawks 67 Grizzlies 48
Grizzlies have 8 assists to 7 turnovers while shooting 41%. Hawks are slicing them up on on offense. – 8:44 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
HALFTIME: Hawks 67, Grizzlies 48
Hawks are shooting 51.1% FG and 53.8% from 3.
Despite missing Trae Young, they’ve got 15 assists and are moving the ball well.
De’Andre Hunter: 12 pts, 2 reb, 2 ast, 1 blk
Bogi: 12 pts, 2 reb, 1 ast
Delon Wright: 11 pts, 2 reb, 4 ast, 4 stl – 8:44 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Now Hawks fan break out a ‘Trae is better’ chant while Ja Morant is at the line. – 8:42 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks up 67-48 over the Grizzlies at halftime. Hawks are without Young and Collins.
Hunter: 12/2/2, 4/9 FG
Bogdanovic: 12 points, 2/6 FG
Wright: 11/2/4/4/1, 4/6 FG
This team continues to not make sense lol – 8:42 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Ja gets fouled & goes to the line for two where he misses the first one
65-44 hawks
2:02 left in the 2nd qtr – 8:36 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Delon Wright’s four steals ties his career-best for steals in a half (fourth time). – 8:35 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hunter nails a 3 for the Hawks
65-44 Hawks – 8:35 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Morant takes it to the rim for a score
62-44 Hawks
2min left in the first half – 8:34 PM John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Eye test can be deceiving but feels like Hawks have more points thean Memphis – 8:33 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Hawks are up 20 against Memphis with no Trae and no Collins. – 8:30 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Bogdanovic has had some pretty desperate heaves at the rim, but you have to live with that got get his FTAs and some OREBs for Capela with Trae and Collins out. – 8:29 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks got the Grizzlies looking like Boise State in this first half – 8:26 PM John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Steven Adams just attempted a shot, in a manner of speaking.
An off-the-dribble, one-handed set shot from 18 feet.
It did … not go in. – 8:26 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
the defensive struggles are starting to get to the Grizzlies on the offensive end in this 2nd qtr. Grizz shot 52% from the field in the 1st qtr and now are 3-13 FG in the 2nd. – 8:25 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Grizzlies got their work cut out tonight. Hawks now lead 54-36. Timeout Grizzlies. Memphis shooting 39% with 7 assists and five turnovers. – 8:25 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
The Hawks, without Trae Young or John Collins, have taken an 18-point lead on the Grizzlies 👀 – 8:24 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
What a half so far for the shorthanded Hawks.
Up 54-36 over the Grizzlies and the defense looks good! – 8:24 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his second defensive rebound tonight, Bogdan Bogdanovic has reached 900 for his career. – 8:23 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Kevin Huerter has returned. – 8:23 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Kevin Huerter is at the scorer’s table – 8:23 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Kevin Huerter is at the scorer’s table waiting to check in – 8:22 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Onyeka Okongwu is really good at the small stuff. Plays more like a 31-year-old than a 21-year-old. – 8:18 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Hawks have built up an 11-point lead on the Grizzlies, 47-36, and Memphis calls timeout.
7:41 left in the second quarter. – 8:17 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Gallinari tried a lot of stuff to shake Clarke, he couldn’t, and Clarke got a block. Feels like a pump fake might be coming. – 8:15 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
vamp sequence 🧛
@Brandon Clarke | @Jaren Jackson Jr. pic.twitter.com/m4YDd3p6Ni – 8:14 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Trae Young and John Collins came over to check on Bogi, who got hit in the face as Dillon Brooks attempted a block.
Foul has been upgraded to a flagrant-1. – 8:12 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
FF1 on Dillon Brooks. – 8:12 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Jaren Jackson Jr nails his 354th 3 point attempt – 8:09 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Just noticed with the rotation that Dillon Brooks is starting the second quarter with JJJ and the bench. When Books was out, Desmond Bane played that role. Something to keep an eye on going forward. – 8:09 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
The Hawks announced that Kevin Huerter is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:09 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
The Hawks, playing without Trae Young, have 12 assists already, with 9:56 still to play in the second quarter – 8:08 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks starting to get away from Memphis as they go up 38-29 – 8:08 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
first quarter in the books.
we trail 34-27.
plenty of basketball left.
📺 @GrizzOnBally | 📻 @929espn pic.twitter.com/JxPJGJ5ZMV – 8:07 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his third steal tonight, Delon Wright has 450 for his career. – 8:06 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks up 34-27 vs Memphis at the conclusion of the first quarter
Possible Revenge game developing thus far for Delon Wright – 8:05 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Lou Williams is appearing in his 1,117th career game tonight, tying Rick Mahorn for 66th place in NBA history. – 8:05 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks lead the Grizzlies 34-27 at the end of the first quarter.
Wright: 11/2/3/3/1, 4/6 FG
Capela: 6/2, 3/3 FG
Hawks shot 56.5 percent from the floor and were 5/9 from 3
Ja and Bane each have 8 for the Grizzlies. – 8:04 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
After the first quarter: Hawks 34, Grizzlies 27
Delon Wright: 11 pts, 2 rebounds, 3 steals, 3 assists, 1 block
Hawks overall went 5-9 from 3 (55.6%) and shot 56.5% FG. – 8:04 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Grizzlies down 34-27 after the 1st qtr.
The offense is rolling for the Atlanta. They have 11 assists on 13 made shots and knocked down 5 threes. – 8:04 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
the dime. the patience. the bucket.
@Ja Morant // @Brandon Clarke pic.twitter.com/wceq4bR4AR – 8:04 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
elite paint scorer 🥷 pic.twitter.com/kryWTLVK8X – 8:03 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:03 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Hawks say Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:02 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks say Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:02 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:02 PM Geoff Calkins @geoff_calkins
I have been alerted that some in the Memphis media don’t realize that we, as Memphians, can take credit for Voodoo Donuts. So here’s an excerpt from a column I wrote in 2015: pic.twitter.com/YG80PE9ZXC – 8:01 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Hawks section at State Farm Arena chanting ‘overrated’ while Ja Morant is shooting free throws pic.twitter.com/aVh7tGqb9K – 7:59 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Delon Wright with a quick steal and layup – he’s got 11 points, THREE STEALS, three assists, two rebounds and a block in his first 9 minutes of play. – 7:58 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his second field goal tonight, De’Andre Hunter has 600 in his career. – 7:58 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Grizzlies on a 14-7 run the past 3 minutes
24-20 Hawks – 7:58 PM Lang Whitaker @langwhitaker
Just realized it was destiny that the Hawks would end up with TLC on their roster pic.twitter.com/Evi7f0NwHT – 7:57 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
So Delon Wright about to have one of those nights huh – 7:57 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
GET IT OUT THE NET.
@Desmond Bane | #GrzNxtGen pic.twitter.com/QKR6DXfL7h – 7:55 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Bane with another bucket from Mid range
He has 8 already early in the first – 7:54 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks Hunter counters with a middie – 7:53 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Bane with another 3 ball! – 7:53 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
shift team 12 👀 pic.twitter.com/YCLEmfwJbE – 7:53 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Former Memphis Grizzlies Triple Double Threat Delon Wright has been Atlanta’s engine this far – 7:53 PM Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
Darius Garland is funhouse mirror Trae Young/Chris Paul and I mean that in the best way possible. – 7:53 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Bane uses the burner from deep & it’s converted! – 7:52 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Delon Wright was out of the rotation just a few days ago.
With Trae out, Wright got the start tonight.
He’s got 9 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and 1 block in the first six minutes.
Hawks up 17-11 – 7:51 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
In five minutes, Delon Wright has 9 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and a block. – 7:50 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
you know trip is on that 🚫 pic.twitter.com/n7WsW2q5LT – 7:49 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Hawks open up with an 11-4 lead vs. the Grizzlies.
Delon Wright is 2-for-2 from 3-point range with six early points. – 7:47 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Delon Wright with two triples and a nice assist to Clint Capela. The Hawks lead 11-4. Grizzlies timeout with 8:31 left in the 1Q. – 7:47 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Good defensive stance from Memphis
Adams with the rebound
Dillon with the left hand roll to strike the first blow – 7:43 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
HIT THE RT BUTTON. LET’S ROCK.
📺 @GrizzOnBally
📻 @929espn pic.twitter.com/uPOT0GvpjR – 7:39 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
first five out 🆚 @Jaryd Wilson
🥷 @Ja Morant
🦹 @Dillon Brooks
🎯 @Desmond Bane
🦄 @Jaren Jackson Jr.
🥝 @RealStevenAdams
@Verizon | #GrzNxtGen pic.twitter.com/S7XkW1xJQG – 7:29 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
ONE TIME FOR THE PREGAME VIBES pic.twitter.com/LEsUp5dryu – 7:24 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Trae Young is out tonight for the Hawks. Grizzlies legend Delon Wright starting in his place. – 7:09 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
12 back 🥷 pic.twitter.com/dbFjJ5X9ZD – 7:08 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Starters:
Delon Wright
Kevin Huerter
De’Andre Hunter
Danilo Gallinari
Clint Capela – 7:05 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Hawks starters vs. the Grizzlies:
Delon Wright
Kevin Huerter
De’Andre Hunter
Danilo Gallinari
Clint Capela – 7:05 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks starters vs. Grizzlies
Delon Wright
Kevin Huerter
De’Andre Hunter
Danilo Gallinari
Clint Capela – 7:04 PM Mark Giannotto @mgiannotto
Asked Saint Mary’s coach Randy Bennett how to beat Gonzaga:
“You better guard them b/c you can’t out-score them … We played (Memphis) last year and I walked away from the game and thought they were really good defensively. So if they still are, then it’ll be a ballgame.” – 6:57 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Onyeka Okongwu has made 127 of 179 field goal attempts (70.9 percent) this season. pic.twitter.com/uKrvESFHjG – 6:53 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Ja Morant walks out at State Farm Arena and I kid you not, it’s like three different sections with kids just screaming ‘Ja!’ I Have seen this a few times on the road, but still pretty wild. Superstar status. – 6:52 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
we got love everywhere we go 🦄 pic.twitter.com/t07NFIxpTL – 6:50 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
I’ll be on @NBATV around 710 ET to talk about the Hawks. – 6:46 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Grizzlies say Ja Morant (Back Soreness) has been upgraded to ACTIVE tonight vs. @Jaryd Wilson.
Killian Tillie (LT Knee Soreness) has been downgraded to OUT. – 6:37 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Trae Young is out for tonight’s game.
Danilo Gallinari is available. – 6:33 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Danilo Gallinari (right biceps contusion) is available.
Trae Young (left quad contusion) is OUT for tonight. – 6:33 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
For tonight’s game vs. Memphis:
Danilo Gallinari (right biceps contusion) is available.
Trae Young (left quad contusion) is OUT. – 6:32 PM Rob Perez @WorldWideWob
Load Mismanagement w/@jphanned is live @Underdog__NBA
• Embiid in/out???
• Suns/Bulls
• Red-hot Celtics
• Ice-cold Lakers
• LeBron?
• We getting Ja vs. Trae?
• Jokic/Mobley
• Justin’s Fastest 5 minutes
Taking your questions til tipoff!
https://t.co/S1L5CfJmz0 pic.twitter.com/8kiBKdPf8l – 6:30 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
The GCM Prewind Road Trip Edition is back tonight in ATL! Come join myself, @Lang Whitaker, @thefishnation & @Michael Wallace LIVE NOW on @Memphis Grizzlies IG! pic.twitter.com/5Lpk2S2DZr – 6:30 PM Howard Chen @TheHoChen
Just noticed the @cantguardjake account that reported so firmly that Deshaun was going to ATL no longer exists LOLOL – 6:23 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
“Expectation is that he should…”
-Coach Jenkins on if Ja Morant is available tonight vs Hawks. Ja will have one final check and see how he feels after his pregame workout. – 6:07 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Taylor Jenkins said the expectation today is for Ja Morant to play – 6:04 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
DRIP SEASON 4EVER pic.twitter.com/pGbmfF1UUS – 6:03 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Nate McMillan on John Collins’ absence: “It’s certainly a challenge for the team. You lose your second-best player, in the sense of stats, 17 points, 8, 9 rebounds a game… John’s our spiritual leader, he brings a lot of energy. So that’s a big loss to us.” – 5:58 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Nate McMillan on the 10-14 day timeline the Hawks gave regarding an update for John Collins’ injuries:
“That’s when they will talk about his injury again. I don’t think we’re saying in two weeks he’ll be back. We will re-evaluate him in two weeks.” – 5:56 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Nate McMillan said John Collins will get reevaluated in two weeks. Not a given that he’s cleared by then.
Hawks will only have five regular season games remaining at that point. – 5:53 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Hawks Head Coach Nate McMillan said Trae Young is a game-time decision tonight vs @Memphis Grizzlies. – 5:53 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Danilo Gallinari (right biceps contusion) and Trae Young (left quad contusion) are game-time decisions for tonight, Nate McMillan says. – 5:52 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Nate McMillan says that Trae Young and Danilo Gallinari are both game-time decisions. – 5:51 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Trae Young and Danilo Gallinari are game-time decisions, Nate McMillan said. – 5:51 PM Wayne Cole @waynec0le
For their preseason home opener Washington will face the Minnesota Lynx on April 27 at the Entertainment & Sports Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 11:30 a.m.
The Mystics open up the preseason on the road in Atlanta on April 24.
#wnba – 5:49 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Nate McMillan, on John Collins absence going forward, called him the Hawks’ second-most important player.
“John is our spiritual leader.” – 5:49 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
yo @Jaryd Wilson – 4:34 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Steph Curry has a foot injury that Warriors say will be re-evaluated in two weeks, so he will miss their visit to ATL next Friday. – 4:20 PM Marc J. Spears @MarcJSpears
Hawks say forward John Collins has a right foot strain, including a plantar fascia tear, as well as a right ring finger sprain. Collins will undergo a non-surgical procedure on his right foot and his status will be updated in 10-14 days. – 4:19 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Update on John Collins’ foot and finger injuries.
He has a plantar fascia tear and his status will be updated in 10-14 days.
He will undergo non-surgical treatment on his foot and wear a splint on his finger for the remainder of the season. pic.twitter.com/URaEkTfCMk – 4:18 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks announce John Collins has a plantar fascia tear, as well as a right ring finger sprain. He will wear a custom splint for remainder of the season. Over the next few days, Collins will undergo a non-surgical procedure on his foot. His status will be updated in 10-14 days. – 4:17 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
John Collins got an anti-inflammatory shot in his finger yesterday and was fitted with custom splints, which he will wear for the rest of the season, Hawks say.
He’ll also undergo a non-surgical procedure on his right foot. – 4:17 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
John Collins’ foot injury includes a plantar fascia tear, the Hawks say, as well as a right ring finger sprain.
His status will be updated in 10-14 days. – 4:16 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
christian dior denim flow 🦹 pic.twitter.com/W4gaoviDt9 – 4:03 PM Trae Young @TheTraeYoung
😔 – 3:00 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
“At the end of the day I just love the game.” – @Ziaire Williams
📺 more from shootaround pic.twitter.com/sLC31NtWYl – 2:45 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
“I do see a mini-LeBron in him,” College Park’s HC said about Hawks rookie Jalen Johnson.
So why can’t he crack Atlanta’s rotation?
On where Johnson stands with his development and more
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theathletic.com/3192618/2022/0… – 2:38 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
southern hospitality 🅰 pic.twitter.com/86axDpsft6 – 1:34 PM
Game Time: 7:30 PM EDT on Friday March 18, 2022
Memphis Grizzlies 105, Atlanta Hawks 120 (Final)
What’s the buzz on Twitter?
Keith Smith @KeithSmithNBACeltics standings watch:
1. MIA – 4.0 GB
2. MIL – 1.5 GB
3. PHI – 1.0 GB
4. BOS
5. CHI – 1.5 UP
6. CLE – 2.5 UP
7. TOR – 3.5 UP
8. BKN – 6.0 UP
9. ATL – 7.5 UP
10. CHA – 7.5 UP – 12:14 AM Trae Young @TheTraeYoung
Good Dub🥽🤌🏽💯 pic.twitter.com/bPRnMcQJkT – 11:35 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Clint Capela, on his no-look assist and Trae’s reaction on the bench:
“He said that I had the vision.” pic.twitter.com/8MF3shM6kz – 11:09 PM Ian Begley @IanBegley
Knicks’ win over Wizards puts them a half-game ahead of WAS in the Eastern Conference. NYK is currently tied with LAL for 11th-worst record in the NBA & is 5 games behind ATL for 10th place in the East. Knicks have won 5 of last 7 games. – 11:06 PM Dave Early @DavidEarly
“Joel Embiid, DeMar DeRozan, Ja Morant for me, those are my top three and I’ll probably go Joel. Jokic, you can throw throw Jokic in there. But I’ll probably go Joel.”
-Sounds like Kevin Durant gives his vote for MVP to Joel Embiid. pic.twitter.com/755IgFVoMG – 11:01 PM Kristian Winfield @Krisplashed
Kevin Durant says he thinks the MVP race this year is between Joel Embiid, DeMar DeRozan, Ja Morant and Nikola Jokic. Says his pick is Joel Embiid, but says the award can go any way. – 10:55 PM Alex Schiffer @Alex__Schiffer
Kevin Durant asked to pick the league’s MVP, said he’d go with Joel Embiid, but said his top four are Ja Morant, Jokic, Embiid and DeMar DeRozan. – 10:54 PM Law Murray @LawMurrayTheNU
Clippers haven’t lost a game by 30+ since the massacre vs Mavericks the Sunday after Christmas 2020.
That’s the only thing in play here with 12 minutes left to play and Utah up 95-58.
Previous worst loss this season: 135-109 at Memphis
Previous lowest points: 79 vs Cavaliers – 10:50 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
On if Delon Wright has earned more playing time, McMillan said Wright had earned playing time even when he was taking him out of the rotation:
“He earned the playing time at that time. We had a 10-man rotation, and as I mentioned, as I told him, he’s a utility guy for us.” pic.twitter.com/hO3bIsnudi – 10:40 PM Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Bogdan Bogdanovic said “making winning plays. That makes me happy”. #TrueToAtlanta – 10:38 PM Trae Young @TheTraeYoung
How bout them Hawks😏
#WeMove – 10:26 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Grizzlies drop one in Atlanta 120-105. @matthgill with the Recap: https://t.co/jvEWoUhAQ7 pic.twitter.com/fSTi6HwCD7 – 10:15 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Coach Jenkins said there is no update on Ja Morant but said he was having soreness in knee and is getting checked out right now. – 10:14 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Taylor Jenkins said “no firm update” on Ja Morant. Morant felt some soreness in his knee, so Jenkins said it was precautionary to take him out. – 10:14 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Kevin Huerter didn’t score much (six points) and was briefly sidelined with a low back strain, but led the Hawks in assists with seven. – 10:12 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
McMillan used the word ‘solid’ to describe Delon Wright.
He has used that adjective more often that not this season when the topic has gone to Wright this season. – 10:09 PM John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Lakers win! Grizzlies celebrate! #raceforLAlottopick – 10:07 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Ugly game for the Grizzlies. Each time the offense got close to threatening to make it a game, Atlanta went on another run. A lot of defensive mistakes today combined with 18 assists and 16 turnovers. – 10:07 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Nate McMillan praised the team’s transition defense against a Memphis team that leads the NBA in fast-break points. – 10:05 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
😓 pic.twitter.com/tt3DoX7hQV – 10:03 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Tonight’s win marks Atlanta’s 15th win in its last 17 games at State Farm Arena. The Hawks have also won a season-high seven straight home games. – 10:01 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Grizzlies fall to the Hawks 120-105.
Grizz gave up 24pts off 17 turnovers and the bench was outscored 53-32. – 9:58 PM Christos Tsaltas @Tsaltas46
Bogdan Bogdanovic vs Grizzlies
30 points
9/15 FG
5/6 3P
3 assists
3 steals
Bogi put the Young-less Hawks on his back and get them back on the winning column. #TrueToAtlanta – 9:57 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks get back to .500 (35-35) with a 120-105 win over the Grizzlies.
Bogdanovic: 30 points, 9/15 FG
Wright: 18 points (7/11 FG), 6 assists, 5 steals, 1 block
Capela: 18/7, 2 blocks, 1 steal, 9/10 FG
No Trae Young. No John Collins. No problem for the Hawks tonight. – 9:54 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Huge win for the Hawks vs. the Grizzlies, 120-105.
Atlanta gets back to .500 at 35-35.
Hawks were without Trae Young AND John Collins but shared the ball (28 assists) and got huge games from Bogi (30 pts, 3 ast, 3 stl) and Delon Wright (18 pts, 5 stl, 6 ast). – 9:54 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Delon Wright has his second career game with 15-or-more points, 5-or-more assists and 5-or-more steals (5/5/21 at IND). – 9:48 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
During the break, Ja Morant seems to be in pain and limps back to the locker room. – 9:48 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Delon Wright, who a few games ago Nate McMillan had said he was taking out of the rotation, has 18 points (4-6 from 3), 6 assists, 5 steals, 3 rebounds and a block in 30 minutes, in addition to his usual scrappy defense.
Wright started tonight, with Trae Young injured. – 9:48 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
well I got my answer.. 8-0 run by the Hawks. – 9:46 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his first steal tonight, Lou Williams has reached 950 in his career. – 9:45 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
How was there not a spot for Delon Wright in the rotation? lol – 9:44 PM Jason Walker @JasonWalkerNBA
Bob: they’ve only made five threes all night!
grizzlies: hit threes on next two possessions
🤣🤣🤣 – 9:43 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
BIG TRIP. pic.twitter.com/1VEHUmYydl – 9:42 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Huerter had a pretty sizable wrap around his midsection as he went to the table. – 9:40 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
keep chipping……….keeep chipping. – 9:35 PM Jason Walker @JasonWalkerNBA
Reminds me of how we played late last season when Trae missed a couple and the team pulled together. – 9:31 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
This is the Hawks’ best defensive performance since when? – 9:29 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
The Hawks will take a 91-72 lead vs. the Grizzlies into the fourth quarter.
(deleted previous tweet because I inverted some numbers 🙃) – 9:25 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Grizzlies cut the Hawks’ lead to 10 midway through the quarter but a 18-9 run has pushed the lead back to 19. Hawks up 91-72 entering the fourth.
Bogdanovic: 17, 4/9 FG
Wright: 15 points, 6 assists, 4 steals, 1 block
Capela/Hunter: 14 each – 9:25 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his second three-pointer tonight, Bogdan Bogdanovic has reached 700 career triples. – 9:19 PM James Plowright @British_Buzz
This was not the agreement we had @Memphis Grizzlies, trailing by 20 to a Hawks team without Young – 9:17 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Bogdan Bogdanovic, when he dribbles into the paint between four defenders looking for a 13-footer. pic.twitter.com/6FaqzrW5YP – 9:17 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
point slomo 🥽 pic.twitter.com/uayc8A3Fgn – 9:15 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Delon Wright’s 5 steals tie the most by a Hawks player in a game this season (Capela 5 at San Antonio, 11/24/21). – 9:14 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Grizzlies got down 10, then Hawks rattled off six straight. Timeout Memphis. 79-63 Hawks lead in 3Q – 9:12 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
If you told me Dillon Brooks led the NBA in personal fouls the last two seasons, I would believe you. – 9:06 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
one man fast break 🥷 pic.twitter.com/oJHy0YjtRc – 9:04 PM Geoff Calkins @geoff_calkins
It’s Memphis vs. Gonzaga. Just like Penny Hardaway dreamed. Column: dailymemphian.com/subscriber/sec… – 9:04 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Sharife Cooper had 25 points (8-15 FG), 6 assists, 5 TOs in his start for College Park tonight. – 9:03 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Grizzlies are scoring more so far in the second half. Not a surprise. The question is/will be if they can get enough stops. – 9:01 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
a quick burst outta the locker room. okay okay. – 9:00 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his fourth field goal made tonight, Danilo Gallinari has 3,400 in his career. – 9:00 PM Stefan Bondy @SBondyNYDN
The Hawks without John Collins and Trae Young are beating the Grizzlies by 19 at the half. Knicks not getting help. – 8:57 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Delon Wright has 11 points, 4 rebounds, 4 steals, 2 assists, 1 block at halftime. – 8:45 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
some work to do. pic.twitter.com/pND1D4u3hV – 8:44 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Halftime: Hawks 67 Grizzlies 48
Grizzlies have 8 assists to 7 turnovers while shooting 41%. Hawks are slicing them up on on offense. – 8:44 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
HALFTIME: Hawks 67, Grizzlies 48
Hawks are shooting 51.1% FG and 53.8% from 3.
Despite missing Trae Young, they’ve got 15 assists and are moving the ball well.
De’Andre Hunter: 12 pts, 2 reb, 2 ast, 1 blk
Bogi: 12 pts, 2 reb, 1 ast
Delon Wright: 11 pts, 2 reb, 4 ast, 4 stl – 8:44 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Now Hawks fan break out a ‘Trae is better’ chant while Ja Morant is at the line. – 8:42 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks up 67-48 over the Grizzlies at halftime. Hawks are without Young and Collins.
Hunter: 12/2/2, 4/9 FG
Bogdanovic: 12 points, 2/6 FG
Wright: 11/2/4/4/1, 4/6 FG
This team continues to not make sense lol – 8:42 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Ja gets fouled & goes to the line for two where he misses the first one
65-44 hawks
2:02 left in the 2nd qtr – 8:36 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Delon Wright’s four steals ties his career-best for steals in a half (fourth time). – 8:35 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hunter nails a 3 for the Hawks
65-44 Hawks – 8:35 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Morant takes it to the rim for a score
62-44 Hawks
2min left in the first half – 8:34 PM John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Eye test can be deceiving but feels like Hawks have more points thean Memphis – 8:33 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Hawks are up 20 against Memphis with no Trae and no Collins. – 8:30 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Bogdanovic has had some pretty desperate heaves at the rim, but you have to live with that got get his FTAs and some OREBs for Capela with Trae and Collins out. – 8:29 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks got the Grizzlies looking like Boise State in this first half – 8:26 PM John Hollinger @johnhollinger
Steven Adams just attempted a shot, in a manner of speaking.
An off-the-dribble, one-handed set shot from 18 feet.
It did … not go in. – 8:26 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
the defensive struggles are starting to get to the Grizzlies on the offensive end in this 2nd qtr. Grizz shot 52% from the field in the 1st qtr and now are 3-13 FG in the 2nd. – 8:25 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Grizzlies got their work cut out tonight. Hawks now lead 54-36. Timeout Grizzlies. Memphis shooting 39% with 7 assists and five turnovers. – 8:25 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
The Hawks, without Trae Young or John Collins, have taken an 18-point lead on the Grizzlies 👀 – 8:24 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
What a half so far for the shorthanded Hawks.
Up 54-36 over the Grizzlies and the defense looks good! – 8:24 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his second defensive rebound tonight, Bogdan Bogdanovic has reached 900 for his career. – 8:23 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Kevin Huerter has returned. – 8:23 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Kevin Huerter is at the scorer’s table – 8:23 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Kevin Huerter is at the scorer’s table waiting to check in – 8:22 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Onyeka Okongwu is really good at the small stuff. Plays more like a 31-year-old than a 21-year-old. – 8:18 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Hawks have built up an 11-point lead on the Grizzlies, 47-36, and Memphis calls timeout.
7:41 left in the second quarter. – 8:17 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Gallinari tried a lot of stuff to shake Clarke, he couldn’t, and Clarke got a block. Feels like a pump fake might be coming. – 8:15 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
vamp sequence 🧛
@Brandon Clarke | @Jaren Jackson Jr. pic.twitter.com/m4YDd3p6Ni – 8:14 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Trae Young and John Collins came over to check on Bogi, who got hit in the face as Dillon Brooks attempted a block.
Foul has been upgraded to a flagrant-1. – 8:12 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
FF1 on Dillon Brooks. – 8:12 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Jaren Jackson Jr nails his 354th 3 point attempt – 8:09 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Just noticed with the rotation that Dillon Brooks is starting the second quarter with JJJ and the bench. When Books was out, Desmond Bane played that role. Something to keep an eye on going forward. – 8:09 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
The Hawks announced that Kevin Huerter is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:09 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
The Hawks, playing without Trae Young, have 12 assists already, with 9:56 still to play in the second quarter – 8:08 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks starting to get away from Memphis as they go up 38-29 – 8:08 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
first quarter in the books.
we trail 34-27.
plenty of basketball left.
📺 @GrizzOnBally | 📻 @929espn pic.twitter.com/JxPJGJ5ZMV – 8:07 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his third steal tonight, Delon Wright has 450 for his career. – 8:06 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks up 34-27 vs Memphis at the conclusion of the first quarter
Possible Revenge game developing thus far for Delon Wright – 8:05 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Lou Williams is appearing in his 1,117th career game tonight, tying Rick Mahorn for 66th place in NBA history. – 8:05 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks lead the Grizzlies 34-27 at the end of the first quarter.
Wright: 11/2/3/3/1, 4/6 FG
Capela: 6/2, 3/3 FG
Hawks shot 56.5 percent from the floor and were 5/9 from 3
Ja and Bane each have 8 for the Grizzlies. – 8:04 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
After the first quarter: Hawks 34, Grizzlies 27
Delon Wright: 11 pts, 2 rebounds, 3 steals, 3 assists, 1 block
Hawks overall went 5-9 from 3 (55.6%) and shot 56.5% FG. – 8:04 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Grizzlies down 34-27 after the 1st qtr.
The offense is rolling for the Atlanta. They have 11 assists on 13 made shots and knocked down 5 threes. – 8:04 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
the dime. the patience. the bucket.
@Ja Morant // @Brandon Clarke pic.twitter.com/wceq4bR4AR – 8:04 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
elite paint scorer 🥷 pic.twitter.com/kryWTLVK8X – 8:03 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:03 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Hawks say Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:02 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks say Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:02 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
Kevin Huerter (low back strain) is questionable to return to tonight’s game. – 8:02 PM Geoff Calkins @geoff_calkins
I have been alerted that some in the Memphis media don’t realize that we, as Memphians, can take credit for Voodoo Donuts. So here’s an excerpt from a column I wrote in 2015: pic.twitter.com/YG80PE9ZXC – 8:01 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Hawks section at State Farm Arena chanting ‘overrated’ while Ja Morant is shooting free throws pic.twitter.com/aVh7tGqb9K – 7:59 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Delon Wright with a quick steal and layup – he’s got 11 points, THREE STEALS, three assists, two rebounds and a block in his first 9 minutes of play. – 7:58 PM Atlanta Hawks PR @HawksPR
With his second field goal tonight, De’Andre Hunter has 600 in his career. – 7:58 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Grizzlies on a 14-7 run the past 3 minutes
24-20 Hawks – 7:58 PM Lang Whitaker @langwhitaker
Just realized it was destiny that the Hawks would end up with TLC on their roster pic.twitter.com/Evi7f0NwHT – 7:57 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
So Delon Wright about to have one of those nights huh – 7:57 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
GET IT OUT THE NET.
@Desmond Bane | #GrzNxtGen pic.twitter.com/QKR6DXfL7h – 7:55 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Bane with another bucket from Mid range
He has 8 already early in the first – 7:54 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Hawks Hunter counters with a middie – 7:53 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Bane with another 3 ball! – 7:53 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
shift team 12 👀 pic.twitter.com/YCLEmfwJbE – 7:53 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Former Memphis Grizzlies Triple Double Threat Delon Wright has been Atlanta’s engine this far – 7:53 PM Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
Darius Garland is funhouse mirror Trae Young/Chris Paul and I mean that in the best way possible. – 7:53 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Bane uses the burner from deep & it’s converted! – 7:52 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Delon Wright was out of the rotation just a few days ago.
With Trae out, Wright got the start tonight.
He’s got 9 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and 1 block in the first six minutes.
Hawks up 17-11 – 7:51 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
In five minutes, Delon Wright has 9 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and a block. – 7:50 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
you know trip is on that 🚫 pic.twitter.com/n7WsW2q5LT – 7:49 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Hawks open up with an 11-4 lead vs. the Grizzlies.
Delon Wright is 2-for-2 from 3-point range with six early points. – 7:47 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Delon Wright with two triples and a nice assist to Clint Capela. The Hawks lead 11-4. Grizzlies timeout with 8:31 left in the 1Q. – 7:47 PM Joe Mullinax @sbnGrizzlies
Good defensive stance from Memphis
Adams with the rebound
Dillon with the left hand roll to strike the first blow – 7:43 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
HIT THE RT BUTTON. LET’S ROCK.
📺 @GrizzOnBally
📻 @929espn pic.twitter.com/uPOT0GvpjR – 7:39 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
first five out 🆚 @Jaryd Wilson
🥷 @Ja Morant
🦹 @Dillon Brooks
🎯 @Desmond Bane
🦄 @Jaren Jackson Jr.
🥝 @RealStevenAdams
@Verizon | #GrzNxtGen pic.twitter.com/S7XkW1xJQG – 7:29 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
ONE TIME FOR THE PREGAME VIBES pic.twitter.com/LEsUp5dryu – 7:24 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Trae Young is out tonight for the Hawks. Grizzlies legend Delon Wright starting in his place. – 7:09 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
12 back 🥷 pic.twitter.com/dbFjJ5X9ZD – 7:08 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Starters:
Delon Wright
Kevin Huerter
De’Andre Hunter
Danilo Gallinari
Clint Capela – 7:05 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Hawks starters vs. the Grizzlies:
Delon Wright
Kevin Huerter
De’Andre Hunter
Danilo Gallinari
Clint Capela – 7:05 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks starters vs. Grizzlies
Delon Wright
Kevin Huerter
De’Andre Hunter
Danilo Gallinari
Clint Capela – 7:04 PM Mark Giannotto @mgiannotto
Asked Saint Mary’s coach Randy Bennett how to beat Gonzaga:
“You better guard them b/c you can’t out-score them … We played (Memphis) last year and I walked away from the game and thought they were really good defensively. So if they still are, then it’ll be a ballgame.” – 6:57 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Onyeka Okongwu has made 127 of 179 field goal attempts (70.9 percent) this season. pic.twitter.com/uKrvESFHjG – 6:53 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Ja Morant walks out at State Farm Arena and I kid you not, it’s like three different sections with kids just screaming ‘Ja!’ I Have seen this a few times on the road, but still pretty wild. Superstar status. – 6:52 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
we got love everywhere we go 🦄 pic.twitter.com/t07NFIxpTL – 6:50 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
I’ll be on @NBATV around 710 ET to talk about the Hawks. – 6:46 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Grizzlies say Ja Morant (Back Soreness) has been upgraded to ACTIVE tonight vs. @Jaryd Wilson.
Killian Tillie (LT Knee Soreness) has been downgraded to OUT. – 6:37 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Trae Young is out for tonight’s game.
Danilo Gallinari is available. – 6:33 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Danilo Gallinari (right biceps contusion) is available.
Trae Young (left quad contusion) is OUT for tonight. – 6:33 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
For tonight’s game vs. Memphis:
Danilo Gallinari (right biceps contusion) is available.
Trae Young (left quad contusion) is OUT. – 6:32 PM Rob Perez @WorldWideWob
Load Mismanagement w/@jphanned is live @Underdog__NBA
• Embiid in/out???
• Suns/Bulls
• Red-hot Celtics
• Ice-cold Lakers
• LeBron?
• We getting Ja vs. Trae?
• Jokic/Mobley
• Justin’s Fastest 5 minutes
Taking your questions til tipoff!
https://t.co/S1L5CfJmz0 pic.twitter.com/8kiBKdPf8l – 6:30 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
The GCM Prewind Road Trip Edition is back tonight in ATL! Come join myself, @Lang Whitaker, @thefishnation & @Michael Wallace LIVE NOW on @Memphis Grizzlies IG! pic.twitter.com/5Lpk2S2DZr – 6:30 PM Howard Chen @TheHoChen
Just noticed the @cantguardjake account that reported so firmly that Deshaun was going to ATL no longer exists LOLOL – 6:23 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
“Expectation is that he should…”
-Coach Jenkins on if Ja Morant is available tonight vs Hawks. Ja will have one final check and see how he feels after his pregame workout. – 6:07 PM Damichael Cole @DamichaelC
Taylor Jenkins said the expectation today is for Ja Morant to play – 6:04 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
DRIP SEASON 4EVER pic.twitter.com/pGbmfF1UUS – 6:03 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Nate McMillan on John Collins’ absence: “It’s certainly a challenge for the team. You lose your second-best player, in the sense of stats, 17 points, 8, 9 rebounds a game… John’s our spiritual leader, he brings a lot of energy. So that’s a big loss to us.” – 5:58 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Nate McMillan on the 10-14 day timeline the Hawks gave regarding an update for John Collins’ injuries:
“That’s when they will talk about his injury again. I don’t think we’re saying in two weeks he’ll be back. We will re-evaluate him in two weeks.” – 5:56 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Nate McMillan said John Collins will get reevaluated in two weeks. Not a given that he’s cleared by then.
Hawks will only have five regular season games remaining at that point. – 5:53 PM Meghan Triplett @Meghan_Triplett
Hawks Head Coach Nate McMillan said Trae Young is a game-time decision tonight vs @Memphis Grizzlies. – 5:53 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
Danilo Gallinari (right biceps contusion) and Trae Young (left quad contusion) are game-time decisions for tonight, Nate McMillan says. – 5:52 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Nate McMillan says that Trae Young and Danilo Gallinari are both game-time decisions. – 5:51 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Trae Young and Danilo Gallinari are game-time decisions, Nate McMillan said. – 5:51 PM Wayne Cole @waynec0le
For their preseason home opener Washington will face the Minnesota Lynx on April 27 at the Entertainment & Sports Arena. Tipoff is scheduled for 11:30 a.m.
The Mystics open up the preseason on the road in Atlanta on April 24.
#wnba – 5:49 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Nate McMillan, on John Collins absence going forward, called him the Hawks’ second-most important player.
“John is our spiritual leader.” – 5:49 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
yo @Jaryd Wilson – 4:34 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Steph Curry has a foot injury that Warriors say will be re-evaluated in two weeks, so he will miss their visit to ATL next Friday. – 4:20 PM Marc J. Spears @MarcJSpears
Hawks say forward John Collins has a right foot strain, including a plantar fascia tear, as well as a right ring finger sprain. Collins will undergo a non-surgical procedure on his right foot and his status will be updated in 10-14 days. – 4:19 PM Kevin Chouinard @KLChouinard
Update on John Collins’ foot and finger injuries.
He has a plantar fascia tear and his status will be updated in 10-14 days.
He will undergo non-surgical treatment on his foot and wear a splint on his finger for the remainder of the season. pic.twitter.com/URaEkTfCMk – 4:18 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
Hawks announce John Collins has a plantar fascia tear, as well as a right ring finger sprain. He will wear a custom splint for remainder of the season. Over the next few days, Collins will undergo a non-surgical procedure on his foot. His status will be updated in 10-14 days. – 4:17 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
John Collins got an anti-inflammatory shot in his finger yesterday and was fitted with custom splints, which he will wear for the rest of the season, Hawks say.
He’ll also undergo a non-surgical procedure on his right foot. – 4:17 PM Sarah K. Spencer @sarah_k_spence
John Collins’ foot injury includes a plantar fascia tear, the Hawks say, as well as a right ring finger sprain.
His status will be updated in 10-14 days. – 4:16 PM Memphis Grizzlies @memgrizz
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“At the end of the day I just love the game.” – @Ziaire Williams
📺 more from shootaround pic.twitter.com/sLC31NtWYl – 2:45 PM Chris Kirschner @ChrisKirschner
“I do see a mini-LeBron in him,” College Park’s HC said about Hawks rookie Jalen Johnson.
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