The disrespect of the Memphis Grizzlies continued on ESPN.com yesterday when they were included in a ranking of rebuilding teams. They were ranked 5th on a list of teams that missed the playoffs on how close each was to championship contention.
The teams listed ahead of the Grizzlies on the rebuilding rankings were the San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Mavericks, Atlanta Hawks, and the Philadelphia 76ers. While it is commendable that the Grizzlies were listed in the top five out of 14 teams for becoming a title contender, they didn't actually miss the playoffs last season.