Memphis Grizzlies: 2017 New Years Resolutions

Dec 29, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guards Vince Carter and Tony Allen (9) celebrate with center Marc Gasol after a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Oklahoma City 114-80. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 29, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guards Vince Carter and Tony Allen (9) celebrate with center Marc Gasol after a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Oklahoma City 114-80. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 31, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) and Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) talk during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. The Grizzlies defeated the Kings 112-98. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) and Memphis Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph (50) talk during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. The Grizzlies defeated the Kings 112-98. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Consistency

Head coach David Fizdale wants a bit more consistency out of his unit moving forward, and it’s hard to blame him.

Memphis has won games versus tough opponents like Golden State and Oklahoma City with immense effort and fundamental defense.

The Grizzlies have also lost games that should be easier wins versus teams like Orlando. A week before holding Russell Westbrook to zero assists in the Grizzlies’ first meeting with the Thunder, Memphis allowed Isaiah Thomas to score a career-high and complete a comeback in a home game  they should’ve won. Improved effort and attention to detail in all facets of the game should lead to more wins in 2017.