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4 Bold Predictions for the 2018-19 Memphis Grizzlies Season

By Christian Dudley

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 10: Chandler Parsons #25 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball against the Orlando Magic during a pre-season game on October 10, 2018 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 10: Chandler Parsons #25 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball against the Orlando Magic during a pre-season game on October 10, 2018 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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MEMPHIS, TN – OCTOBER 12: Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on against the Houston Rockets during a pre-season game on October 12, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TN – OCTOBER 12: Mike Conley #11 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on against the Houston Rockets during a pre-season game on October 12, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /

The Output of Season Success

Christian Dudley: “If the Memphis Grizzlies do in fact turn heads, beat expectations, and shock national media outlets en route to clinching a playoff berth, it will be a result of a top-notch Mike Conley.

Memphis’ “Conductor” at the starting point position, No. 11 played a big role in his team’s overall record last season. You may wonder how, given the team’s plummet to a 22-60 overall record in 2017-18.

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It is the fact that Conley appeared in just 12 games last season. Other key Grizzlies players have missed significant amounts of time in past seasons, such as Marc Gasol and formerly Zach Randolph, but the team was able to prevail in their respective absences.

When it comes to Mike Conley, the team fell flat on their face when he was nowhere to be found after being shut down for recovery. Last season’s poor showing by the Grizzlies was further proof that “Captain Clutch” is the Most Valuable Player within the organization.

Conley is so detrimental to Memphis’ success, yet he has flown under the radar throughout his NBA career. He has been snubbed multiple times when it comes to NBA All-Star voting. The determining factor is that he has always played within the elite guard-riddled Western Conference.

Yes, it is safe to say that Mike would have been an All-Star by now — at least once — had Memphis been considered a part of the Eastern Conference. In the West, you have Stephen Curry, Damian Lillard, Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, and others that are always deserving of fame and stardom. It comes down to roster spots, and Conley has always been the odd man out.

In 2018-19, things will change for the better. With a bill of good health, Mike Conley is on track to finally earn the All-Star label he has needed to make the leap from “good” to “great.”

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Assuming this Memphis Grizzlies squad accomplishes the goal of reaching the postseason, No. 11 will reap the benefits the most. He has recently demonstrated the makings of the leadership characteristic. If this continues, wins will be collected along the way. These aspects are all pieces to the Grizzlies’ 2018-19 season puzzle. Grizz Nation, plan on seeing Mike Conley in the 2019 NBA All-Star Game.”

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