Memphis Grizzlies Opening Night: 3 things to watch for

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 13: Memphis Grizzlies react during a preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 13, 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 Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 13: Memphis Grizzlies react during a preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 13, 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 Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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MEMPHIS, TN – APRIL 8: Tony Allen reacts after the Memphis Grizzlies clinch a playoff spot
MEMPHIS, TN – APRIL 8: Tony Allen reacts after the Memphis Grizzlies clinch a playoff spot /

No. 1: Tony Allen’s return

Most opening nights around the league will be about new faces, new offensive looks and improved play from young players.

For the Memphis Grizzlies, it’ll primarily be about the return of Tony Allen, a player who turned this franchise around and led them to the playoffs.

The “Grindfather” Tony Allen will receive a huge ovation. There will probably be a tribute video that’ll be played at some point during the game. It’ll be a time for fans to reminisce the good times with everybody’s favorite goofy, towel-waving, screaming, diving, ball-snatching, layup-missing, First-Team All-Defense shooting guard.

It’s going to be weird seeing Tony Allen in another uniform, but getting to re-live some of this greatest moments will be a highlight for the evening.

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2017-18 Opening night should be a good one in Memphis, Tennessee. New and familiar faces alike. A revamped offense. Witnessing All-Star talent on both teams. Get ready for a fun one, Grizz fans.

Game Info

WHO: Memphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans Pelicans

WHEN: 7:00 PM – CT

WHERE: FedEx Forum – Memphis, TN

HOW TO WATCH: Fox Sports Southeast – or any live stream.

HOW TO LISTEN: 92.9 ESPN – Memphis

BETTING ODDS: Memphis (-2.5); Over/Under (204)