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Timing Is Everything

By Chip Crain On March 12, 2012 · 6 Comments · In March 2012

Last week, I was focusing a lot on sabermetrics and the like. I just saw MoneyBall and am reading the book as well so it is fair to say I have had it on my mind. However, sometimes you need to throw away the stats and simply go with your gut feeling – and my gut is telling me that this could be a great season for the Grizzlies.

Why you ask? Well, the answer is simple. Everything is falling into place.

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Trade Rudy? Trade Zach? Trade everybody?

By Red Coleman On March 6, 2012 · 14 Comments · In March 2012

Last year, in the midst of their magical playoff run, people said, “The Grizzlies should trade Rudy Gay — they don’t need him.” During the offseason, pundits, sports radio and fans alike continued to say similar things. Then, the season started and Zach Randolph, the main cog of last season’s success, went down with an injury. Suddenly, Rudy Gay wasn’t just another player — he was the team’s best player once again. And what happened? Interestingly enough…the team kept winning [...]

Can You Explain It?

By Chip Crain On March 5, 2012 · 14 Comments · In March 2012

From time to time the writers at 3 Shades of Blue get the unique opportunity to discuss the Grizzlies franchise with people outside of the normal realm of NBA experts. In the past Dave Berri, author of the books Wages of Wins and Stumbling on Wins, was a main contributor in this area. Since the Sloan Analytics

This year we have broadened that reach a bit to include a disciple of the Wages of Wins system, Patrick Minton at [...]

Memphis vs Minnesota – 2/08/2012

By Chip Crain On February 8, 2012 · Add Comment · In February 2012

GAME: Memphis Grizzlies vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
Time: 7:00 pm CST
PLACE: FedExForum, Memphis, TN
Records: Memphis (12-13), Minnesota (13-12)

Expected Starting Lineups:
Memphis – Mike Conley, Quincy Pondexter, Rudy Gay, Marreese Speights, Marc Gasol
Minnesota – Ricky Rubio, Luke Ridnour, Wesley Johnson, Derrick Williams, Nikola Pekovic

Preview:
Memphis is struggling on a three game losing streak in which they have been outscored by 12 points on average in the 4th quarter. Part of [...]

Grizzlies at Golden State – 1/23/12

By Chip Crain On January 23, 2012 · 4 Comments · In January 2012

Game: Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors
Time: 9:30 CST
Place: Oracle Arena, Oakland, CA
Records: Memphis (9-6), Golden State (5-10)

Expected Starting Lineups:
Memphis – Mike Conley, Tony Allen, Rudy Gay, Marreese Speights, Marc Gasol
Golden State – Stephen Curry, Monta Ellis, Dorrell Wright, David Lee, Andris Biedrins

Preview:
Memphis, in case you haven’t noticed, has been playing some of the best basketball in the NBA lately.

Timing Is Everything

Trade Rudy? Trade Zach? Trade everybody?

Can You Explain It?

Memphis vs Minnesota – 2/08/2012

Grizzlies at Golden State – 1/23/12

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