There are reasonable explanations why @memgrizz have struggled to find consistency in Summer League play. But Iisalo remains focused on execution - not excuses - over final games. My latest @grindcitymedia column as Grizz return to action in Las Vegas tonight:.

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RT @grindcitymedia: "The mindset is to keep growing every game.". @MyMikeCheck caught up with Will Magnay following last night's game. http….

RT @grindcitymedia: "There's definitely the right amount of energy, but it needs to be focused on the right things.". Hear from Coach Iisal….

Let’s go!.

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As @memgrizz rookie Javon Small recovers from a groin issue that sidelined him the past 3 summer league games, his progress and development continue to show. Caught up with Small on his new 2-way contract and more ahead of tonight's game in Vegas vs Warriors.

Cedric told me “not playing sucks” as he watched fellow young @memgrizz from afar in Summer League. That changed Monday, when the Grizz lottery pick arrived at practice to connect with teammates as he pushes through last stages of shoulder rehab. Our @grindcitymedia interview:.

Ja Morant’s free time this summer is limited, with a promotional trek to China looming in the coming days. That’s why the moments spent in Vegas to check on 1st-year coach Tuomas Iisalo and @memgrizz summer squad meant so much. My latest MikeCheck for @grindcitymedia:.

Rookie lottery pick Cedric Coward stopped by @memgrizz practice today in Vegas. We caught up with him on the latest as he finalizes rehab from shoulder surgery, his message to the team and much more. Coming soon!. Keep it locked on @grindcitymedia

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So impressed with this young man’s mindset and approach to the game. Caught up with @memgrizz rookie Jahmai Mashack, who returned from hamstring soreness to contribute to Saturday night’s Summer League win over the Blazers.

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After Saturday’s Summer League win in Vegas, @memgrizz coach Tuomas Iisalo spoke about the boost Ja Morant provided with his presence and message in the locker room.

Spoke with Ja Morant about stopping through Las Vegas to check in on the Summer League @memgrizz as he watches from courtside. Ja is days away from leaving for China for a promotional tour with Nike.

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GG Jackson is out for tonight’s summer league game with an illness.

As @memgrizz return to action tonight, they could face the Chinese sensational big man they actually drafted last month with No. 16 pick in Portland’s Yang Hansen (before officially trading up to take Coward). Hansen drew some “Young Jokic” comps after his Blazers’ debut:.

D-Rose is locked in on this Chess experience. He’s helping to host a global event here in Las Vegas next week. Will always appreciate the support he showed Grizzlies Prep School’s Chess team when he stopped by last year to encourage the young men on the game.

Happy Birthday, Fish!.