Memphis Grizzlies
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Memphis Grizzlies, translated into English and compared across sources. 39 recent stories.
Maccabi Tel Aviv Faces Ownership Turmoil Amid Sale to American Investor Jason Levin
Maccabi Tel Aviv basketball club is facing an ownership crisis after the Recanati family announced selling half their stake to American investor Jason Levin. Other shareholders ha…
Memphis Rookie Cedric Coward Names NBA Rival Danny Avdija Over On-Court Incident
Memphis rookie Cedric Coward named Israeli NBA All-Star Danny Avdija as his rival following a December incident where Avdija allegedly tripped him during a game, sparking tensions…
Recanati Family Sells Half Their Stake in Maccabi Tel Aviv to American Investor Jason Levin
The Recanati family is selling half of its 58 percent stake in Maccabi Tel Aviv to American businessman Jason Levin for about $50 million, with shareholders given 30 days to match…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Signs American Center Armando Bacot for Two Years
American center Armando Bacot has signed a two-year deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv after playing last season with Fenerbahce. Bacot, 26, is expected to bolster Maccabi's frontcourt al…
Portland Trail Blazers Ranked Among NBA's Most Disappointing Teams This Summer Despite Ja Morant Trade
The Portland Trail Blazers were ranked 24th out of 30 NBA teams for offseason improvements despite acquiring star Ja Morant. Concerns remain about roster fit, coaching stability…
Portland Trail Blazers Announce Preseason Games Including Matchups Against Golden State Warriors
The Portland Trail Blazers announced their 2026 NBA preseason schedule, including two games against the Golden State Warriors. Israeli player Deni Avdija will participate as Portl…
American Center Armando Bacot Signs with Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Team
American center Armando Bacot, formerly of Fenerbahçe and University of North Carolina, has signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv. He is set to be the team's third tallest player, joining…
Portland Trail Blazers Strengthen Roster but Danny Avdija's Future Faces Uncertainty
The Portland Trail Blazers traded for All-Star Ja Morant, strengthening their roster but creating financial challenges that may jeopardize Danny Avdija's contract extension and fu…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Sponsor Eric Steilman Offers $120 Million to Buy Recanati Family Shares
Eric Steilman, main sponsor of Maccabi Tel Aviv, has offered $120 million to buy the Recanati family's 58 percent stake in the club. Meanwhile, the Recanati family plans to sell h…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Faces Ownership Shift with Potential New American Investor
Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball’s Recanati family plans to sell half its shares, offering 29 percent to American sports executive Jason Levin. Other shareholders have 30 days to match…
Hapoel Jerusalem Signs Promising Forward Kenny Lofton Jr. Ahead of New Season
Hapoel Jerusalem has signed Kenny Lofton Jr., a versatile forward with NBA and Chinese league experience, to strengthen their roster under new coach Sasha Obradovic. Lofton Jr. im…
Hapoel Jerusalem Signs Former NBA Forward David Roddy for Upcoming Season
Hapoel Jerusalem signed American forward David Roddy, recently of the NBA's Denver Nuggets, on a one-year deal. Roddy brings four seasons of NBA experience and strong physical pla…
David Rudy Joins Hapoel Jerusalem Bringing NBA Experience and Physicality
Hapoel Jerusalem signed David Rudy, a 25-year-old forward with NBA experience known for his physicality and defense, to strengthen their team. Rudy’s improved shooting and versati…
American Players Set to Boost EuroLeague Following NBA Summer League
Following the NBA Summer League's conclusion, several American players, including Cam Reddish and former Israeli league standout Darrin Green Jr., are expected to join EuroLeague…
David Roddy Signs Two-Year Deal With Hapoel Jerusalem for $1.5 Million Per Season
David Roddy, a former NBA forward and 2022 first-round draft pick, has signed a two-year contract with Hapoel Jerusalem for $1.5 million per season, joining the Israeli basketball…
Portland's Gamble on Ja Morant Raises Doubts About Deni Avdija's Future
The Portland Trail Blazers' acquisition of Ja Morant has raised doubts about the team's defensive prospects and the future role and contract of Israeli player Deni Avdija. Analyst…
Jason Levine Expected to Acquire Stake in Maccabi Tel Aviv from Recanati Family
The Recanati family became majority owners of Maccabi Tel Aviv after buying out the Federman family, holding 58 percent. Businessman Jason Levine is expected to purchase some shar…
Portland Trail Blazers Hold Rare NBA Salary Exceptions Amid Active Free Agency
The Portland Trail Blazers hold rare NBA salary cap exceptions allowing them to sign players without luxury tax penalties. After trading for Ja Morant, they still seek depth at fo…
Emmanuel Sharp Shines in Las Vegas NBA Summer League Despite Brooklyn's Win Over Sacramento
In the Las Vegas NBA Summer League, Brooklyn Nets routed Sacramento Kings 115-83, with Emmanuel Sharp scoring 23 points despite the loss. Brooklyn's Danny Wolf and Ben Saraf also…
Kevin Garnett Backs Portland and Avdija to Boost Western Conference Depth
Kevin Garnett believes the Portland Trail Blazers, boosted by Ja Morant's trade and Danny Avdija's contributions, have the depth and talent to compete strongly in the Western Conf…
Former NBA Executive Jason Levine May Join Ownership of Maccabi Tel Aviv Basketball Club
Jason Levine, former NBA executive and sports investor, may join the ownership group of Maccabi Tel Aviv after the Recanati family acquired shares from the Federman family. Levine…
Ja Morant Embraces Fresh Start With Portland After Memphis Trade
Ja Morant discussed his trade from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Portland Trail Blazers, viewing it as a chance to reset his image and career. He acknowledged past mistakes but emp…
Charles Bassey Signs Guaranteed Contract to Stay with Golden State Warriors in NBA
Charles Bassey, once linked to European teams including Maccabi Tel Aviv, has signed a guaranteed contract to stay with the Golden State Warriors in the NBA after a season playing…
Hapoel Tel Aviv and Jerusalem Enter Talks to Re-Sign Forward Bruno Caboclo
Bruno Caboclo is in talks to return to Israeli basketball with Hapoel Tel Aviv and Hapoel Jerusalem, amid offers from China and Japan. The Brazilian forward previously played for…
Portland Trail Blazers Prioritize Extending Deni Avdija’s Contract Amid Roster Changes
The Portland Trail Blazers prioritize extending Israeli forward Deni Avdija’s contract despite salary cap challenges and recent roster changes, including acquiring Ja Morant. The…
NBA Completes Complex Six-Team Trade Involving Seven Players and Draft Picks
On July 8, 2026, the NBA approved a complex trade involving six teams and seven players, consolidating multiple deals into one transaction to comply with salary cap rules. Key pla…
Portland Trail Blazers Embrace Radical NBA Strategy Centered on Multiple Ball-Handlers
The Portland Trail Blazers are adopting a radical NBA strategy focusing on multiple ball-handlers driving aggressively to the basket rather than relying on three-point shooting. A…
Ja Morant Expresses Excitement to Play for Portland Trail Blazers in Conversation with Coach Mika Nurkić
Ja Morant expressed strong enthusiasm to Portland Trail Blazers coach Mika Nurkić about joining the team, praising veterans and young talents like Deni Avdija. Morant emphasized h…
Portland Trail Blazers Acquire Ja Morant in Major NBA Trade, Keeping Deni Avdija Central
The Portland Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant from Memphis in a major trade, enhancing their backcourt alongside Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday. Despite Morant's off-court issues…
Portland Trail Blazers Bet on Ja Morant to Elevate Team Amid Uncertain Fit
Danny Avdija and Ja Morant Clash in Heated NBA Incident Revisited
Danny Avdija and Ja Morant clashed during a Portland vs. Memphis NBA game earlier this season, with Morant confronting Avdija over a controversial play. The NBA later ruled Avdija…
Caleb Wilson Says He Wants to Surpass Michael Jordan After Going Fourth to Chicago
Caleb Wilson was selected fourth overall by Chicago in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately said he wants to be bigger than Michael Jordan. The draft also saw AJ Dybantsa go first t…
Nets add a point guard as Wizards take AJ Dybantsa first
Brooklyn chose point guard Michael Brown Jr. with the sixth pick in the NBA draft. Washington took AJ Dybantsa first overall, while Utah, Memphis, and Chicago filled picks 2 throu…
2026 NBA Draft Preview: Washington on the Clock, Second Round Could Include Israelis
The 2026 NBA Draft opens overnight, with Washington holding No. 1 and still weighing AJ Dybantsa against Darryn Peterson. Several top picks are projected, and Noam Yaakov and Emma…
Bill Simmons Joked That Maccabi Tel Aviv Might Be the Only Team for Ja Morant
Bill Simmons joked on his podcast that Maccabi Tel Aviv might be a suitor for Ja Morant, underscoring doubts about the NBA market for him. The remark followed Minnesota’s three-te…
Lance Stephenson Ejected After Fight in BIG3 Game, Reviving His Old Reputation
Lance Stephenson was ejected after a fight during a BIG3 game between Miami 305 and LA Riot. The former NBA player, 35, had also made headlines last month for defeating Michael Be…
Former NBA Coach Dave Joerger in Talks to Lead Paris Basketball
Paris Basketball is reportedly negotiating with former NBA coach Dave Joerger as a possible replacement for Julius Thomas. Thomas is expected to leave this summer, continuing a pa…
Maccabi Tel Aviv Eyes Fenerbahce Center Armando Bacot for 2026/27
Maccabi Tel Aviv is targeting Fenerbahce center Armando Bacot as it looks to strengthen its frontcourt for 2026/27. A move for Marcus Bingham now appears unlikely because of the s…
Ja Morant Expresses Excitement to Play with Deni Avdija on Portland Trail Blazers
Ja Morant met with new Portland Trail Blazers coach Micha Nurieli and expressed enthusiasm about joining a winning team and playing alongside Deni Avdija and other veterans. Moran…