Grizzlies retire “Grindfather” Tony Allen’s No. 9 jersey
Tony Allen, whose defensive prowess and unique verbiage created the Memphis Grizzlies’ Grit ’n Grind era, was honored with ...
Ahead of Tony Allen's jersey retirement, Ja Morant says Grizzlies need to get back to grit-and-grind
The Memphis Grizzlies' style of play is about 3-point shooting and speed. Tony Allen thinks he could fit right in and be the ...
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$9K Gamble Comes Full Circle as Paul Pierce Honors "Brother" Tony Allen on Jersey Retirement Day
The third of the 'Core 4' is finally having his number 9 retired! The post $9K Gamble Comes Full Circle as Paul Pierce Honors ...
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Herrington: Tony Allen took over and reminded Memphis why it loves him
On and off the court, Allen turned being an NBA player into a kind of lunatic performance art, and in Memphis, he found a ...
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Tony Allen’s Legacy: The Heart of the Grit and Grind Era
This Saturday, March 15, the Memphis Grizzlies will retire Tony Allen’s #9 jersey. They will face off against the Miami Heat.
Tony Allen: Why Can This Unsung Player's Jersey Be Retired?
In the long history of the NBA, a player's career achievements often serve as prerequisites for jersey retirements. However, Tony Allen, known as a role player who did not shine in the spotlight, ...
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The Memphis Grizzlies Could Learn a Lot From Tony Allen
The Grizzlies of Memphis are currently undergoing their greatest bit of adversity of the 2024-2025 NBA season. Their MVP, ...
Former Grizzlies star Tony Allen's roots, journey examined in new documentary 'Grindfather'
Former Memphis Grizzlies star Tony Allen fought emotions, tears at screening of "The Grindfather," a team-produced ...
Three of Tony Allen's most notable moments, and how grit-and-grind Memphis Grizzlies came to be
Tony Allen's biggest moments are a reminder of why he is one of the Memphis Grizzlies franchise's most beloved former players.