Memphis Grizzlies 2003-2004 Dynasty
Sun Nov 23, 2003 6:40 am
The Commercial Appeal
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
MEMPHIS-The Memphis Grizzlies are ready to open up their 2003-2004 campaign with a new spirit. The Grizzlies have young talent that have developed into very good quality players. In the 2003 NBA Draft, the Grizzlies acquired Troy Bell out of Boston College and Dahntay Jones from Duke. These two rookies will learn from team leaders and will try to earn playing time this year. The Grizzlies also acquired James Posey in the off-season. James Posey is a defensive specialist that can score at times. Other moves the Grizzlies have made is trading Brevin Knight, Cezary Trybanski and Robert Archibald to the Phoenix Suns for Jake Tsakalidis and Bo Outlaw. This trade was a favorite for the Grizz because Jake gives them the big man in the middle that they need and Bo Outlaw tough play will help the Grizzlies on the defensive end. The season will begin on next Wednesday and there will be a press conference held for Coach Hubie Brown later on today.
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
MEMPHIS-The Memphis Grizzlies are ready to open up their 2003-2004 campaign with a new spirit. The Grizzlies have young talent that have developed into very good quality players. In the 2003 NBA Draft, the Grizzlies acquired Troy Bell out of Boston College and Dahntay Jones from Duke. These two rookies will learn from team leaders and will try to earn playing time this year. The Grizzlies also acquired James Posey in the off-season. James Posey is a defensive specialist that can score at times. Other moves the Grizzlies have made is trading Brevin Knight, Cezary Trybanski and Robert Archibald to the Phoenix Suns for Jake Tsakalidis and Bo Outlaw. This trade was a favorite for the Grizz because Jake gives them the big man in the middle that they need and Bo Outlaw tough play will help the Grizzlies on the defensive end. The season will begin on next Wednesday and there will be a press conference held for Coach Hubie Brown later on today.
Press Conference with Hubie Brown
Sun Nov 23, 2003 7:05 am
Stuart Scott: Hello everybody, I;m Stuart Scott and I'm here with Hubie Brown, coach of the Memphis Grizzlies. How you doing Hubie?
Hubie: I'm great Stuart.
Stuart: My first question is, how well has your team improved over the summer?
Hubie: Well my first impression is that we have a good backcourt consisting of Jason WIlliams, James Posey, Earl Watson, Wesley Person, Dahntay Jones and Troy Bell. With more scoring in the backcourt also with Mike Miller, Pau Gasol, Lorenzen Wright and Stromile Swift. We have alot of depth on this team and I will use all of it by using the 10 man rotation every single game. Our team has defense, offense and rebounding. We are a full package and we are planning on making it to the playoffs this year.
Stuart: How has Jerry West and yourself inspired JWill to being one of the best PG's in the league?
Hubie: First of all, JWill was always one of my favorie PG's in the league. I mean he can do just about everything on the court. Jerry West has taught him alot of things about how to control himself. He will still give you the fancy passes and everything every once in awhile, but that's what makes JWill. He is a good listener and he will do all he can to help this team get to a playoff berth.
Stuart: Can you give me your thoughts on finally having a big man presence on the inside this year?
Hubie: Well Jake isn't what you call the best center in the game. His main priority is to rebound and block shots in the middle. If he does that on a consistent basis then he will be a solid aspect to our team. He will really help us out against western teams big men.
Stuart: Last question. Will Pau Gasol have a big season?
Hubie: Yes, Pau will be our number 1 option on offense this year. Mike Miller will be our 2nd option. Pau is the type of player that will start getting double teamed and triple teamed this year. Which will lead to open outside shots. He can put the ball on the floor and shoot jumpers. He will be a big part of our success this year.
Stuart: Thank you Hubie for giving us the time today.
Hubie: Thank you. (Hubie leaves)
Stuart: You can catch the Grizzlies next Wednesday with their season opener against the Boston Celtcis in Memphis.
Hubie: I'm great Stuart.
Stuart: My first question is, how well has your team improved over the summer?
Hubie: Well my first impression is that we have a good backcourt consisting of Jason WIlliams, James Posey, Earl Watson, Wesley Person, Dahntay Jones and Troy Bell. With more scoring in the backcourt also with Mike Miller, Pau Gasol, Lorenzen Wright and Stromile Swift. We have alot of depth on this team and I will use all of it by using the 10 man rotation every single game. Our team has defense, offense and rebounding. We are a full package and we are planning on making it to the playoffs this year.
Stuart: How has Jerry West and yourself inspired JWill to being one of the best PG's in the league?
Hubie: First of all, JWill was always one of my favorie PG's in the league. I mean he can do just about everything on the court. Jerry West has taught him alot of things about how to control himself. He will still give you the fancy passes and everything every once in awhile, but that's what makes JWill. He is a good listener and he will do all he can to help this team get to a playoff berth.
Stuart: Can you give me your thoughts on finally having a big man presence on the inside this year?
Hubie: Well Jake isn't what you call the best center in the game. His main priority is to rebound and block shots in the middle. If he does that on a consistent basis then he will be a solid aspect to our team. He will really help us out against western teams big men.
Stuart: Last question. Will Pau Gasol have a big season?
Hubie: Yes, Pau will be our number 1 option on offense this year. Mike Miller will be our 2nd option. Pau is the type of player that will start getting double teamed and triple teamed this year. Which will lead to open outside shots. He can put the ball on the floor and shoot jumpers. He will be a big part of our success this year.
Stuart: Thank you Hubie for giving us the time today.
Hubie: Thank you. (Hubie leaves)
Stuart: You can catch the Grizzlies next Wednesday with their season opener against the Boston Celtcis in Memphis.
Roster moves
Sun Nov 23, 2003 7:12 am
The Commercial Appeal
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
The Grizzlies have made their roster changes for this year's 2003-2004 season. The lineup will look like this:
Starters
PG: Jason Williams
SG- James Posey
SF: Mike Miller
PF: Pau Gasol
C: Jake Tsakalidis
2nd Unit
PG: Earl Watson
SG: Wesley Person
SF: Shane Battier
PF: Stromile Swift
C: Lorenzen Wright
3rd Unit
PG: Troy Bell
SG: Dahntay Jones
SF: Theron SMith
PF: Ryan Humphrey
C: Bo Outlaw
Hubie Brown: After training camp and looking at each players contribution we have came up with those 3 lineups. We think these lineups will be very successful. This is what you will see in our home opener against the Celtics.
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
The Grizzlies have made their roster changes for this year's 2003-2004 season. The lineup will look like this:
Starters
PG: Jason Williams
SG- James Posey
SF: Mike Miller
PF: Pau Gasol
C: Jake Tsakalidis
2nd Unit
PG: Earl Watson
SG: Wesley Person
SF: Shane Battier
PF: Stromile Swift
C: Lorenzen Wright
3rd Unit
PG: Troy Bell
SG: Dahntay Jones
SF: Theron SMith
PF: Ryan Humphrey
C: Bo Outlaw
Hubie Brown: After training camp and looking at each players contribution we have came up with those 3 lineups. We think these lineups will be very successful. This is what you will see in our home opener against the Celtics.
hi
Mon Nov 24, 2003 3:29 am
Hi i tried a lot with memphis now and the best lineup for me is :
C Wright
PF Gasol
SF Miller
SG Person
PG J.Williams
Try this to get the championship
C Wright
PF Gasol
SF Miller
SG Person
PG J.Williams
Try this to get the championship
Mon Nov 24, 2003 6:13 am
naw i like the other lineup, but wright will may play C in the starting lineup you never know. as far as person goes, he isnt better than posey and we need someone thats gonna guard the best player on the other team.
Mon Nov 24, 2003 10:01 am
The Commercial Appeal
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
Could Stromile Be on the Move?
MEMPHIS-Many trade rumors have been swarming the Memphis area about Stromile getting traded, Are these rumors true? We talked to Jerry West, the Grizzlies GM and President of Basketball Operations and here is what he had to say: "We are looking at some offers where we are getting a SG that can score and we've been looking for Stro to be productive over his years here, but we haven't seen too much of an improvement."
Stromile Swift is in his 3rd year and his contract opts out after this season. The Grizzlies may give him a chance this year, but they also may trade him. Some people say Stromile would go to Portland, LA Clippers or Miami.
Stromile has been working hard in training camp and he really doesn't want to go anywhere. "I'm hearing the trade rumors going around, but I'm trying to work very hard everyday and earn a spot on this team, Stromile said.
Could Stromile be leaving Memphis? We will see coming in two days how well he perform against Boston in the Grizzlies season opener.
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
Could Stromile Be on the Move?
MEMPHIS-Many trade rumors have been swarming the Memphis area about Stromile getting traded, Are these rumors true? We talked to Jerry West, the Grizzlies GM and President of Basketball Operations and here is what he had to say: "We are looking at some offers where we are getting a SG that can score and we've been looking for Stro to be productive over his years here, but we haven't seen too much of an improvement."
Stromile Swift is in his 3rd year and his contract opts out after this season. The Grizzlies may give him a chance this year, but they also may trade him. Some people say Stromile would go to Portland, LA Clippers or Miami.
Stromile has been working hard in training camp and he really doesn't want to go anywhere. "I'm hearing the trade rumors going around, but I'm trying to work very hard everyday and earn a spot on this team, Stromile said.
Could Stromile be leaving Memphis? We will see coming in two days how well he perform against Boston in the Grizzlies season opener.
Wed Nov 26, 2003 3:21 pm
The Commercial Appeal
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
Memphis Wins Season Opener!
100
131
MEMPHIS-What a season opener for the Grizzlies!
They opened up the season with a 31 point win over the Celtcis. In the 1st quarter it was 31-36 Grizzlies. After that, the Grizzlies went crazy shooting 48% for the rest of the game. The Grizzlies bench dominated with 52 points outscoring the Boston bench who had only 18. Leading scorer for the Grizzlies was Mike Miller who had 27 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 assists. in 31 minutes of play. Pau Gasol came in with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks. Posey who got in early foul trouble had 15 points in 28 minutes. Jason Williams almost recorded a triple dounle with 15 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds. Stromile had an excellent game off the bench with 14 points and 5 rebounds in 18 minutes. Lorenzen had 13 points and 5 rebound, while Battier hit 10 points. Earl Watson had a solid game with 9 points and 7 assists. Person added 6 points. As for one of the stars of the game, Jake Tsakalidis had a surprisingly big day only scoring 4 points, but grabbed 16 rebounds and blocked 2 shots. "This is the kind of production we expected out of him, but 16 rebounds in his first game is amazing!", coach Hubie Brown on Jake's big night. As for the Celtics, Paul Pierece came out hot in the 1st half scoring 28 of his 35 points then. In the 2nd half the Grizzlies locked him down tight and he scored 7 points. Jumaine Jones had 15 points along with Mike James. Raef LaFrentz had 11 points and 6 rebounds. The Celtics shot 43% from the field and 26% from 3 point range. THe Grizzlies out-rebounded the Celtcis 59-45. If the Grizzlies continue to play well like they did tonight, you can expect some big things this season.
Next Game:
Memphis (1-0) at Houston (0-1)
SPORTS
By Desmond Jackson
sbhzmafia14@hotmail.com
Memphis Wins Season Opener!
100
131
MEMPHIS-What a season opener for the Grizzlies!
They opened up the season with a 31 point win over the Celtcis. In the 1st quarter it was 31-36 Grizzlies. After that, the Grizzlies went crazy shooting 48% for the rest of the game. The Grizzlies bench dominated with 52 points outscoring the Boston bench who had only 18. Leading scorer for the Grizzlies was Mike Miller who had 27 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 assists. in 31 minutes of play. Pau Gasol came in with 20 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks. Posey who got in early foul trouble had 15 points in 28 minutes. Jason Williams almost recorded a triple dounle with 15 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds. Stromile had an excellent game off the bench with 14 points and 5 rebounds in 18 minutes. Lorenzen had 13 points and 5 rebound, while Battier hit 10 points. Earl Watson had a solid game with 9 points and 7 assists. Person added 6 points. As for one of the stars of the game, Jake Tsakalidis had a surprisingly big day only scoring 4 points, but grabbed 16 rebounds and blocked 2 shots. "This is the kind of production we expected out of him, but 16 rebounds in his first game is amazing!", coach Hubie Brown on Jake's big night. As for the Celtics, Paul Pierece came out hot in the 1st half scoring 28 of his 35 points then. In the 2nd half the Grizzlies locked him down tight and he scored 7 points. Jumaine Jones had 15 points along with Mike James. Raef LaFrentz had 11 points and 6 rebounds. The Celtics shot 43% from the field and 26% from 3 point range. THe Grizzlies out-rebounded the Celtcis 59-45. If the Grizzlies continue to play well like they did tonight, you can expect some big things this season.
Next Game:
Memphis (1-0) at Houston (0-1)