Memphis Grizzlies Schedule 2019 Grizzlies Schedule

Playing unappealing basketball and not having a true superstar puts Memphis at a disadvantage when it comes to playing on TV. They have the fewest nationally televised games, and do not play on ESPN. This is somewhat odd given they tend to usually get a game against Golden State or Houston televised. Memphis is not expected to be good this season, and their overall pace make them a less attractive team to watch. Memphis was dead last in the division, and that is likely where they will be again. If Mike Conley comes back healthy, which is always a big question, then they will be much more competitive than last season. In a tough Western Conference, Memphis went 18-34, and winning 18 games was actually a surprise. They went 4-26 against Eastern Conference teams, which is one of the main reasons they were at the bottom of the league. The Grizzlies have 13 back-to-backs this season, which is average compared to the league. Most of these stretches are going to be tough in the Western Conference, and if the Eastern Conference struggles continue, Memphis is going to be in for a rough year. A lot will depend on Conley’s status for the year, but at this point we can only assume Conley will miss portions of the season. The Grizzlies have a few younger players that will be more important to grow instead of winning games. Look out for a lot blowouts this season, and some low scoring games if Memphis resorts back to slower pace and more of a defensive style team. With Dallas landing a top tier player and having more quality vets on the team, it is likely Memphis finishes at the bottom of the division yet again, although finishing last in the conference is a real possibility too.