Unfortunately for the Grizzlies, they hit an injury roadblock in Thursday's game. Key backup forward Santi Aldama went down with an ankle injury late in the first quarter and has been ruled "doubtful" to return to Thursday's game against the Raptors.

Memphis isn't fully healthy, but several impact players like Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane are available. The Grizzlies will be without Marcus Smart (right index finger), Jay Huff (ankle), Vince Williams Jr. (ankle) and GG Jackson.

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Kennard's two free throws gave the Grizzlies a new franchise record for points scored in a game. Memphis defeated the Raptors 155-126 inside FedExForum. "I just knew there was some type of record based on those free throws,

New Memphis Grizzlies assistant coach Noah LaRoche is credited with teaching players a new move that has helped them succeed in the paint.

The Memphis Grizzlies may not be the flashiest team in the NBA these days, but make no mistake about it, they have been one of the best and most well-rounded teams in the association throughout the 2024-25 season thus far.