Memphis Hustle

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Elliot Perry showcases African-American art in Grizzlies players lounge exhibit

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Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace announced today that the team assigned rookie guard Jevon Carter to the Memphis Hustle, the Grizzlies’ NBA G League affiliate, for the team’s training camp this week.

Carter (6-2, 196) appeared in five preseason games with the Grizzlies, averaging 2.6 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 11.8 minutes per game. The West Virginia product also saw action in 10 games (all starts) for the Grizzlies during NBA Summer League 2018, averaging 10.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.10 steals in 23.2 minutes per game.

Fans who want to support the Memphis Grizzlies and purchase 2018-19 Season Tickets, 22-, 10-Game and Flex Packs can do so now by calling (901) 888-HOOP or going online to grizzlies.com/tickets. Single Game Tickets are available for purchase at the FedExForum Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations, ticketmaster.com, online at grizzlies.com/tickets or by calling 1-800-4NBA-TIX. For more information on the Grizzlies, visit grizzlies.com, ‘like’ Memphis Grizzlies on Facebook or follow on Twitter and Instagram (@memgrizz).

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Memphis Grizzlies assign Jevon Carter to Memphis Hustle

The Memphis Grizzlies released the following statements from Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace and Glynn Cyprien, who has spent the last four seasons with the Grizzlies’ basketball operations department and served as Memphis Hustle Head Coach and Grizzlies Director of Pro Personnel during the 2017-18 season.

Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace:

“Glynn Cyprien has made tremendous contributions over the last four years to the Memphis Grizzlies and Memphis Hustle and for even longer in the Memphis community dating back to his days as an assistant coach with the University of Memphis. Cyp’s work ethic, basketball knowledge and engaging personality will be deeply missed by our organization, the City of Memphis and the Mid-South. We wish him and his family nothing but the best in his next adventure.”

“I want to thank Robert Pera, Chris Wallace and the entire Grizzlies organization for what has been an incredible four years in Memphis. Memphis holds a very special place in my heart as do all of the wonderful relationships I’ve made during my time here. Thank you especially to the great fans throughout Memphis and the Mid-South who welcomed me and our players during the Memphis Hustle’s inaugural season. I wish both franchises nothing but continued success in the years to come. #HustleHard”

The search for the next Memphis Hustle head coach will begin immediately.

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Memphis Grizzlies release statements regarding Glynn Cyprien

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Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced the Grizzlies have assigned forward Brice Johnson to the Memphis Hustle, the team’s NBA G League affiliate.

Johnson (6-10, 230), acquired from the Detroit Pistons on Feb. 8, has appeared in 24 G League games this season and has averaged 13.4 points, 9.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.00 blocks in 27.9 minutes for the Agua Caliente Clippers of Ontario and Grand Rapids Drive. He has seen action in nine NBA games this season and has averaged 1.8 points and 1.4 rebounds in 4.2 minutes for the Los Angeles Clippers, who traded him to the Pistons on Jan. 29.

The 23-year-old was selected with the 25th overall pick of the 2016 NBA Draft following a four-year collegiate career at the University of North Carolina.

Fans who want to support the Memphis Grizzlies and purchase 2017/18 Season Tickets, can do so now by calling (901) 888-HOOP or going online to grizzlies.com. For more information on the Grizzlies, ‘like’ Memphis Grizzlies on Facebook or follow on Twitter (@memgrizz).

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Grizzlies assign Brice Johnson to Memphis Hustle

Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced the team transferred guard Kobi Simmons to the Memphis Hustle, the Grizzlies’ NBA G League affiliate, as part of his two-way contract. He is expected to participate in NBA G League Showcase 2018 in Mississauga, Ontario from January 10-13.

Simmons (6-4, 170) has appeared in 12 games (all starts) for the Hustle and has averaged 16.6 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.25 steals in 32.4 minutes. The 20-year-old rookie has also made 11 appearances for the Grizzlies this season, averaging 3.6 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 14.7 minutes per game. On December 30 at the Golden State Warriors, Simmons scored a season-high 17 points on 7-of-10 shooting (3-4 3P) and recorded three assists.

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Grizzlies transfer Kobi Simmons to Memphis Hustle

Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced the team recalled forward Ivan Rabb from the Memphis Hustle, the Grizzlies’ NBA G League affiliate.

Rabb (6-10, 220) has appeared in 18 games (13 starts) for the Hustle and has averaged 15.2 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.67 blocks in 27.9 minutes. The 20-year-old rookie, who was selected by the Orlando Magic with the 35th pick in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft, has made four appearances for the Grizzlies this season, averaging 1.5 points and 1.0 rebounds in 2.0 minutes per game.

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Grizzlies recall Ivan Rabb from Memphis Hustle

Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced the team assigned forward Ivan Rabb to the Memphis Hustle, the Grizzlies’ NBA G League affiliate.

Rabb (6-10, 220) has appeared in 16 games (13 starts) for the Hustle and has averaged 15.9 points, 9.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.44 blocks in 28.5 minutes. The 20-year-old rookie, who was selected by the Orlando Magic with the 35th pick in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft, has made four appearances for the Grizzlies this season, averaging 1.5 points and 1.0 rebounds in 2.0 minutes per game. In Saturday’s game against the Golden State Warriors, Rabb had season highs of four points and three rebounds while shooting 2-of-2 from the field.

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Grizzlies assign Ivan Rabb to Memphis Hustle

Rabb (6-10, 220) has appeared in 16 games (13 starts) for the Hustle and has averaged 15.9 points, 9.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.44 blocks in 28.5 minutes. In Thursday’s game against the Reno Bighorns, Rabb recorded 17 points on 7-of-10 shooting along with nine rebounds and two blocks. The 20-year-old rookie, who was selected by the Orlando Magic with the 35th pick in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft, has made three appearances for the Grizzlies this season.

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