In a play to deepen fan engagement across Tennessee, the Memphis Grizzlies have teamed up with Gray Media and FanDuel Sports Network to broadcast five nail-biting games free of charge for local viewers, starting March 12, as reported by Commercial Appeal. This move will cast a wider net, reaching more than 3 million households and painting the state Grizzlies blue.
Grizzlies fans in Memphis can queue up WMC-TV Action News Five or flip to the simulcast on WMC-TV Plus, while viewers in Nashville and Knoxville have WSMV-TV and WBXX Knoxville’s CW, along with their respective partner channels, to catch the action live. According to the team’s website, the broadcast squad will feature the familiar voices of Pete Pranica, Brevin Knight, and Rob Fischer, who bring decades of courtside experience to the screen. The details, including channels and a full schedule, are freely available on the Grizzlies’ official site. As NBA.com explains, fans will see matchups ranging from the Jazz to the Warriors, culminating in a season finale against the Mavericks.
Jonathan Mitchell, General Manager of WMC Television, couldn’t contain his excitement, saying, “With this collaboration, Grizzlies fans across Tennessee’s three largest media markets will have access to the most exciting team in basketball for free, over-the-air,” as disclosed to Commercial Appeal. The sentiment was echoed by Grizzlies President Jason Wexler who, according to the team’s website, appreciates Gray Media’s role in bringing this fan-friendly initiative to life.
Key dates include March 15th, Tony Allen’s jersey retirement night; a clash with the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 27th, and the must-see season finale on April 13th against Dallas chronicled on NBA.com. Notably, the Grizzlies vs. Thunder match-up could shake the Western Conference standings, as both teams are vying for premium playoff seeds, amidst a season where Memphis is proving to be a basketball powerhouse.
While a full rundown on the Grizzlies’ upcoming televised games was teased by Daily Memphian, only those with a subscription could access more than a snippet.
WSMV to Carry Memphis Grizzlies Games in March and April
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Basketball enthusiasts in Tennessee’s largest cities will soon have the chance to catch several Memphis Grizzlies games slated for broadcast in March and April.
A partnership has been announced between Gray Media, the Grizzlies, and FanDuel Sports Network, allowing for a simulcast of five games to be aired across Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville over the next two months.
The live broadcasts will take place on WMC-TV in Memphis on channels 5.1 and 5.3, while fans in Nashville can tune in on channels 4.1 and 4.2. In Knoxville, the action will be available on channels 20.1 and 8.2.
Grizzlies President Jason Wexler expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are excited to work with Gray Media to present an additional way for our fans to watch five of the key regular season Grizzlies games down the home stretch of the season. We appreciate Gray Media’s efforts in helping present this opportunity to Grizzlies fans across Tennessee.”
Read more: Long Island’s All-Decade Boys Basketball Team of the 1950sCurrently, the Memphis Grizzlies are positioned second in the NBA’s Western Conference, trailing only the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team has showcased impressive form, winning 12 of their last 18 games, including a recent dramatic overtime victory against the Phoenix Suns at home.
Leading the scoring for the Grizzlies this season is forward Jaren Jackson Jr., averaging 22.9 points per game, closely followed by guard Ja Morant with an average of 20.8 points. Additionally, rookie center Zach Edey, who measures an impressive 7’4” and was the first overall pick for Memphis last year out of Purdue University, has made significant contributions, leading the team in rebounds while also averaging just over 9 points per game.
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