The brawling Grizzlies’ bad boy arc -just an antidote to NBA blandness

The brawling Grizzlies’ bad boy arc is just the antidote to NBA blandness

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The Memphis Grizzlies are the only team in the NBA that keeps others on edge and everybody hates them.

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The Grizzlies' bad boy arc started with Andre Iguodala's perceived betrayal in 2019, leading to his trade to Miami.

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The Grizzlies have been picking fights over whatever slights them, such as when they beat the Golden State Warriors in the league's play-in round in 2020.

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Dillon Brooks is known for his physical play that crosses the line, evidenced by a recent bench-clearing brawl during a game against Cleveland.

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The Grizzlies don't even go easy on their own fans, as evidenced by the Memphis crowd's negative remarks towards Ja Morant during his first game back from a health absence.

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The Grizzlies embraced chaos during a game against the Lakers, with Brooks, Morant, and Steven Adams approaching a courtside spectator who was involved in a harsh verbal exchange with Ja's father.

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NBA rivalries used to be about exclusive claims to hoops supremacy, intra-divisional beefs, and perceived lack of respect.

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In today's NBA, with players joining as friends, changing teams often, and playing less defense against each other, it's challenging to maintain rivalries.

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The Grizzlies' bad boy arc is seen as an antidote to the NBA's current blandness.

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The Grizzlies' physical play and willingness to embrace chaos have made them a compelling team to watch.

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