Memphis Grizzlies: 6 bold predictions for upcoming season

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 2: Mike Conley
MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 2: Mike Conley /
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MEMPHIS, TN – APRIL 27: The Memphis Grizzlies mascot before Game Six of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2017 NBA Playoffs on April 27, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Joe Robbins/NBAE via Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TN – APRIL 27: The Memphis Grizzlies mascot before Game Six of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2017 NBA Playoffs on April 27, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Joe Robbins/NBAE via Getty Images) /

The Grizzlies will win 50 games

Many things are dependent upon this. Marc Gasol and Mike Conley will need to be the All-Stars that they are. With so many new faces, the young guys will have to prove themselves more than they did last year.

The Grizzlies were an excellent team against the elite opponents in the league last year but struggled against sub-500 teams. If they can improve their focus, they can be a 50-win team in the middle of the playoff race next year. — Nathan Chester (@BigNateChester)