The 2021-22 Memphis Grizzlies season was a significant step forward in the team’s development, marked by a strong performance that saw them finish with a 56-26 record. Under the guidance of head coach Taylor Jenkins, the Grizzlies showcased a dynamic and fast-paced style of play, establishing themselves as one of the most exciting young teams in the NBA.
Ja Morant emerged as a superstar, earning his first All-Star selection. Morant’s explosive athleticism and improved three-point shooting were pivotal in leading the Grizzlies to the second seed in the Western Conference. Desmond Bane also took a leap forward, becoming a reliable scorer and perimeter threat alongside Morant. The team’s depth was a key factor in their success, with players like Jaren Jackson Jr., Dillon Brooks, and Steven Adams providing valuable contributions on both ends of the floor.
The Grizzlies were particularly strong at home, boasting a 30-11 record at the FedExForum. Their aggressive defense led the league in steals and forced turnovers, translating into fast-break opportunities that fueled their potent offense. In the playoffs, Memphis defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round but fell to the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference Semifinals in six games. Despite the playoff exit, the season was deemed a success, as the Grizzlies demonstrated their potential to be a future contender in the NBA.
- Regular Season Record: 56-26
- Playoff Result: Western Conference First Round: 4-2, Western Conference Semifinals: 2-4
Memphis Grizzlies Roster and Stats for 2021-22 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Ja Morant | 57 | 27.4 | 5.7 | 6.7 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 34.4 | 9 | 27.1 | 8.0 | 9.8 | 2.0 | 0.4 | 34.0 |
| Dillon Brooks | 32 | 18.4 | 3.2 | 2.8 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 30.9 | 11 | 14.6 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 34.7 |
| Desmond Bane | 76 | 18.2 | 4.4 | 2.7 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 43.6 | 12 | 18.8 | 3.8 | 2.2 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 48.9 |
| Jaren Jackson Jr. | 78 | 16.3 | 5.8 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 2.3 | 31.9 | 12 | 15.4 | 6.8 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 2.5 | 37.5 |
| De'Anthony Melton | 73 | 10.8 | 4.5 | 2.7 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 37.4 | 10 | 5.6 | 3.1 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 25.0 |
| Brandon Clarke | 64 | 10.4 | 5.3 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 1.1 | 22.7 | 12 | 12.3 | 6.9 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Tyus Jones | 73 | 8.7 | 2.4 | 4.4 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 39.0 | 12 | 9.2 | 3.3 | 4.5 | 1.2 | 0.2 | 40.0 |
| Ziaire Williams | 62 | 8.1 | 2.1 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 31.4 | 10 | 6.9 | 1.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 30.6 |
| Kyle Anderson | 69 | 7.6 | 5.3 | 2.7 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 33.0 | 12 | 6.0 | 4.3 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 25.0 |
| Steven Adams | 76 | 6.9 | 10.0 | 3.4 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 7 | 3.4 | 6.4 | 2.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.0 |
| John Konchar | 72 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 41.3 | 8 | 1.1 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 16.7 |
| Xavier Tillman Sr. | 53 | 4.8 | 3.0 | 1.2 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 20.4 | 9 | 4.4 | 3.3 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.1 | 50.0 |
| Sam Merrill | 6 | 4.2 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 30.4 | |||||||
| Santi Aldama | 32 | 4.1 | 2.7 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 12.5 | |||||||
| Jarrett Culver | 37 | 3.5 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 25.5 | 3 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Killian Tillie | 36 | 3.3 | 1.7 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 31.4 | |||||||
| Yves Pons | 12 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 33.3 | |||||||
| Shaq Buchanan | 2 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |||||||
| Dakota Mathias | 6 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 33.3 | |||||||
| Tyrell Terry | 2 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |||||||
| DaQuan Jeffries | 3 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |||||||
| Xavier Sneed | 2 | 0.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |||||||
| Jon Teske | 3 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |||||||
Memphis Grizzlies in the 2022 NBA Playoffs
Playoffs First Round vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
In the first round of the 2022 NBA Playoffs, the Memphis Grizzlies showcased their resilience and depth by overcoming the Minnesota Timberwolves in a thrilling six-game series. Despite being tested by a young and energetic Timberwolves squad, the Grizzlies, led by Ja Morant's dynamic performances, rallied from multiple double-digit deficits to secure their advancement. This series highlighted Memphis's ability to adapt and perform under pressure, setting the stage for their promising postseason run.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2022 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 130-117 | |
| Apr 19, 2022 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 124-96 | |
| Apr 21, 2022 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 104-95 | |
| Apr 23, 2022 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 119-118 | |
| Apr 26, 2022 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 111-109 | |
| Apr 29, 2022 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 114-106 |
Playoffs Second Round vs. Golden State Warriors
In the 2022 NBA Playoffs, the Memphis Grizzlies faced the Golden State Warriors in the second round, showcasing their grit and resilience. Despite being a young team, the Grizzlies pushed the experienced Warriors to six games, with standout performances from Ja Morant before his injury in Game 3. Ultimately, the Warriors' experience and depth prevailed, but the series highlighted Memphis's potential as a rising contender in the Western Conference.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 01, 2022 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 117-116 | |
| May 03, 2022 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 106-101 | |
| May 07, 2022 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 142-112 | |
| May 09, 2022 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 101-98 | |
| May 11, 2022 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 134-95 | |
| May 13, 2022 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 110-96 |
Memphis Grizzlies 2021-22 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 2021-22 season for the Memphis Grizzlies.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2021 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 132-121 | |
| Oct 23, 2021 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 120-114 | |
| Oct 24, 2021 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 121-118 | |
| Oct 27, 2021 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 116-96 | |
| Oct 28, 2021 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 104-101 | |
| Oct 30, 2021 | vs. Miami Heat | L 129-103 | |
| Nov 01, 2021 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 106-97 | |
| Nov 03, 2021 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 108-106 | |
| Nov 05, 2021 | @ Washington Wizards | L 115-87 | |
| Nov 08, 2021 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 125-118 | |
| Nov 10, 2021 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | L 118-108 | |
| Nov 12, 2021 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 119-94 | |
| Nov 13, 2021 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | L 112-101 | |
| Nov 15, 2021 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 136-102 | |
| Nov 18, 2021 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 120-108 | |
| Nov 20, 2021 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 138-95 | |
| Nov 22, 2021 | @ Utah Jazz | W 119-118 | |
| Nov 24, 2021 | vs. Toronto Raptors | L 126-113 | |
| Nov 26, 2021 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | L 132-100 | |
| Nov 28, 2021 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 128-101 | |
| Nov 30, 2021 | @ Toronto Raptors | W 98-91 | |
| Dec 02, 2021 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | W 152-79 | |
| Dec 04, 2021 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 97-90 | |
| Dec 06, 2021 | @ Miami Heat | W 105-90 | |
| Dec 08, 2021 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | L 104-96 | |
| Dec 09, 2021 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 108-95 | |
| Dec 11, 2021 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 113-106 | |
| Dec 13, 2021 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 126-91 | |
| Dec 15, 2021 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 113-103 | |
| Dec 17, 2021 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 124-105 | |
| Dec 19, 2021 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L 105-100 | |
| Dec 20, 2021 | vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | L 102-99 | |
| Dec 23, 2021 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 113-104 | |
| Dec 26, 2021 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 127-102 | |
| Dec 27, 2021 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 114-113 | |
| Dec 29, 2021 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | W 104-99 | |
| Dec 31, 2021 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 118-105 | |
| Jan 03, 2022 | @ Brooklyn Nets | W 118-104 | |
| Jan 04, 2022 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | W 110-106 | |
| Jan 06, 2022 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 118-88 | |
| Jan 08, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 123-108 | |
| Jan 09, 2022 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 127-119 | |
| Jan 11, 2022 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 116-108 | |
| Jan 13, 2022 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 116-108 | |
| Jan 14, 2022 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | L 112-85 | |
| Jan 17, 2022 | vs. Chicago Bulls | W 119-106 | |
| Jan 19, 2022 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 126-114 | |
| Jan 21, 2022 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 122-118 | |
| Jan 23, 2022 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 104-91 | |
| Jan 26, 2022 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 118-110 | |
| Jan 28, 2022 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 119-109 | |
| Jan 29, 2022 | vs. Washington Wizards | W 115-95 | |
| Jan 31, 2022 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 122-119 | |
| Feb 02, 2022 | @ New York Knicks | W 120-108 | |
| Feb 05, 2022 | @ Orlando Magic | W 135-115 | |
| Feb 08, 2022 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 135-109 | |
| Feb 10, 2022 | @ Detroit Pistons | W 132-107 | |
| Feb 12, 2022 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 125-118 | |
| Feb 15, 2022 | @ New Orleans Pelicans | W 121-109 | |
| Feb 16, 2022 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L 123-119 | |
| Feb 24, 2022 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 119-114 | |
| Feb 26, 2022 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 116-110 | |
| Feb 28, 2022 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 118-105 | |
| Mar 03, 2022 | @ Boston Celtics | L 120-107 | |
| Mar 05, 2022 | vs. Orlando Magic | W 124-96 | |
| Mar 06, 2022 | @ Houston Rockets | L 123-112 | |
| Mar 08, 2022 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 132-111 | |
| Mar 11, 2022 | vs. New York Knicks | W 118-114 | |
| Mar 13, 2022 | @ Oklahoma City Thunder | W 125-118 | |
| Mar 15, 2022 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 135-102 | |
| Mar 18, 2022 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 120-105 | |
| Mar 20, 2022 | @ Houston Rockets | W 122-98 | |
| Mar 23, 2022 | vs. Brooklyn Nets | W 132-120 | |
| Mar 24, 2022 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 133-103 | |
| Mar 26, 2022 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 127-102 | |
| Mar 28, 2022 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 123-95 | |
| Mar 30, 2022 | @ San Antonio Spurs | W 112-111 | |
| Apr 01, 2022 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 122-114 | |
| Apr 05, 2022 | @ Utah Jazz | L 121-115 | |
| Apr 07, 2022 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 122-109 | |
| Apr 09, 2022 | vs. New Orleans Pelicans | W 141-114 | |
| Apr 10, 2022 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 139-110 |