EPISODE · Oct 2, 2025 · 19 MIN
"Speed Kills" and Grizzlies' training camp updates
from Grits and Grinds: Memphis Grizzlies · host Keith Parish
"Speed Kills" is a common refrain being repeated by Grizzlies players when they speak to the media at training camp in Nashville. Head coach Tuomas Iisalo is pushing the Grizzlies, which led the NBA in pace last season, to go even faster this season. Will it work? How will the Grizzlies be able to evolve to stay ahead of the curve in an NBA that is embracing playing faster?This episode goes over those questions, plus also gets the input of newcomers Ty Jerome and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope as they speak about how the speed in Memphis compares to their previous training camps. Also covered: Ja Morant is enjoying wearing his Murray State gear around Belmont, Santi Aldama is ready for all the minutes he can get, and Tuomas Iisalo has compliments for rookie Cedric Coward and sees opportunities for him.Come play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners this season! Sign-ups are open at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastJoin the listener slack at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastPlease subscribe to this podcast on Youtube!Use promo code FBBF and get bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK
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"Speed Kills" is a common refrain being repeated by Grizzlies players when they speak to the media at training camp in Nashville. Head coach Tuomas Iisalo is pushing the Grizzlies, which led the NBA in pace last season, to go even faster this season. Will it work? How will the Grizzlies be able to evolve to stay ahead of the curve in an NBA that is embracing playing faster?This episode goes over those questions, plus also gets the input of newcomers Ty Jerome and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope as they speak about how the speed in Memphis compares to their previous training camps. Also covered: Ja Morant is enjoying wearing his Murray State gear around Belmont, Santi Aldama is ready for all the minutes he can get, and Tuomas Iisalo has compliments for rookie Cedric Coward and sees opportunities for him.Come play fantasy basketball with Keith and other listeners this season! Sign-ups are open at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastJoin the listener slack at Patreon.com/FastbreakBreakfastPlease subscribe to this podcast on Youtube!Use promo code FBBF and get bonus cash at Underdog Fantasy: play.underdogfantasy.com/p-fastbreak-breakfastCheck out the NBA and Grizzlies merchandise at teepublic.com/stores/fastbreak-breakfastGet $20 off your first purchase at SeatGeek with promo code: FASTBREAKBREAK
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