In each one of the Memphis Grizzlies’ four losses, there was a play or two in them that could’ve changed the outcome — which would result in the league’s best record. Sports Illustrated released their weekly power ranking and a response for each team. SI.com was very generous to the Grizzlies this time, giving them the eighth spot in the list of teams:
Tyreke Evans has been a pleasant surprise this season, and nearly catapulted Memphis to comeback wins twice this week. They weren’t to be, though, and things only get tougher from here with Portland, Houston and Milwaukee waiting this week.