Jimmy Butler shows why Grizzlies wanted to trade for him in play-in win. Story by Sean Keane, Yardbarker • 3d. T he Memphis Grizzlies wanted Jimmy Butler this season. Butler didn't want them.

Memphis started hot, building a quick nine-point lead minutes into the game. Then, the primary issue that has faced the Grizzlies all season — turnovers — spoiled their offensive rhythm.

Smith made some very disparaging comments about the city of Memphis and the Memphis Grizzlies on First Take, and Ja Morant ...

Memphis mayor Paul Young responded to Stephen A. Smith's comments about Memphis amid Ja Morant trade speculation.

Stephen A. Smith went on First Take to clarify his statements about Memphis not being a safe environment for players.

Days after claiming that NBA players avoid playing for the Memphis Grizzlies due to crime concerns in the city, ESPN's ...

Stephen A. Smith stated that NBA players, possibly including Jimmy Butler, expressed safety concerns in Memphis. He urged ...

Memphis Grizzlies' Ja Morant is a phenomenal talent on the court however he could be the reason why the Grizzlies aren’t ...

I wouldn’t, however, expect the Grizzlies to suddenly thrust themselves into the Kevin Durant sweepstakes. The Stein Line, as of Friday evening, was directly told that Memphis wasn’t ...

After Desmond Bane's trade, attention quickly turned to another Grizzlies superstar, who has been linked to the Miami Heat.

Stephen A. Smith said NBA players have told him they don't want to play for the Grizzlies because Memphis isn't "the safest ...

Morant took to social media, responding to Smith's comments, saying that NBA players don't feel safe in the 901.