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However, you have to credit Dave Joerger and his staff for making the most out of a very bad situation in Memphis.

The Grizzlies likely won’t win their first round playoff series, because there’s a good chance that they’re going to end up in the 7th or 8th seed, but the fact that they made it this far without Marc Gasol and Mike Conley for the stretch run is an accomplishment. It’s a testament to Grit N’ Grind.

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Memphis Grizzlies (42-38)

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The fact that the Memphis Grizzlies, despite losing a huge chunk of their roster due to injury this season, made the playoffs this season is quite amazing. Then again, it also points to the down year that the Western Conference experienced.

However, you have to credit Dave Joerger and his staff for making the most out of a very bad situation in Memphis.

The Grizzlies likely won’t win their first round playoff series, because there’s a good chance that they’re going to end up in the 7th or 8th seed, but the fact that they made it this far without Marc Gasol and Mike Conley for the stretch run is an accomplishment. It’s a testament to Grit N’ Grind.

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