Overview

• The Memphis Grizzlies unexpectedly fired head coach Taylor Jenkins on March 28, 2025, despite a 44-30 record and playoff contention.
• General Manager Zach Kleiman stated the decision was his alone, citing urgency and the team's best interests as key factors.
• Players, including Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., expressed shock and sadness, reflecting on Jenkins's impact on their careers.
• Desmond Bane organized a team meeting to process emotions and encouraged teammates to focus on their remaining games under interim coach Tuomas Iisalo.
• The Grizzlies have lost five of their last six games, including a defeat to the Lakers on March 29, and remain winless against teams with winning records since February 2.