The Grizzlies' 4-10 start to the regular season isn't only disappointing to the team and the fanbase, but it is also historically a tough hole to climb out of. Along with eight other teams this season with a 4-10 record or worse, the Grizzlies' path to the playoffs is something only a few teams have done since the 2000-01 season.
Only 10 teams have made the playoffs after beginning the season with a 4-10 record or worse, and only nine have rebounded to end the season with at least a .500 record. Specifically, when talking about the Western Conference, that list only includes two teams.