Grizzlies Providing the Punch

The Memphis Grizzlies franchise have came so far in their 23 year existence. From their abysmal 20 win seasons when they were known as the Vancouver Grizzlies to a Conference Final appearance in 2013 the Grizzlies franchise has experienced a lot over the years and that continued last night.

The Memphis Grizzlies have never fared well in San Antonio and last night and are in soul possession of first place in the Western Conference.

If my facts are correct. This is the first time Memphis has been in first place this late into the season. Will it continue, I'm not sure but as a sports fan this would be something to get excited about.

First and tenth are decided by 2.5 games and the Grizzlies are one of the teams playing with house money. The roll players are holding their own which is a welcoming sign for their fans.

Top end talent across the conference has seemed to take a step back. Oklahoma City, San Antonio and Houston aren't what they were in the past 6-7 years.

Tomorrow is a big game against the LA Clippers, another winnable game. The longer this goes for Memphis the better. If things tremble apart before Christmas there will likely be no road back. They have a chance to be this years Las Vegas Golden Knights. They might not make it to the NBA Finals but they have a huge chance to bridge the Grit and Grind era with their next era of Grizzlies basketball.

The NBA is fun again. I want to see every city win a Championship in my lifetime. However, there are cities like Memphis that are a long shot.