5 flaws Tuomas Iisalo’s Grizzlies must focus on while Ja Morant heals up

The promise of a new era for the Memphis Grizzlies has been tempered by a familiar sting. After months of envisioning a triumphant return to Western Conference contention, the first 14 games have been sobering for Tuomas Iisalo 's Memphis Grizzlies. A familiar, gut-wrenching reality set in early, as evidenced by the 4-10 start. Then the electrifying engine of the franchise, Ja Morant , was sidelined once more, leaving a void of scoring, playmaking, and sheer gravitational pull that is simply unmatched.

Still, the job description was clear. Iisalo must stabilize a franchise that's hemorrhaging wins and confidence. The Finnish tactician's approach, featuring rapid substitution patterns and relentless pace, has generated friction with Morant, adding another layer of complexity to an al