Our Beautiful Baby Boy has a night. Seriously, the Big Guy cooks to the point that Tommy Heinsohn wonders if he's going to anchor a championship team. The Celtics press, then press, then press some more. It totally doesn't work, but then Reef a

Return to Sender: Shareef mauls Mailman (Grizzlies vs Jazz - December 28, 1997)

Aug 14th, 2023 59m 30s

Shareef Abdur-Rahim puts one on creepy Karl Malone and carries the squad through an epic 4th quarter. John Stockton reminds us why he's a GOATed PG. Not even lying, the Big Special Boy plays all of the first 36 minutes! Sam Mack treats us to an

Bonus - Vancouver Bandits Coach and GM Kyle Julius

May 23rd, 2023 19m 26s

Reef, the Big Boi and even Stu take a quick rest as we detour into the world of the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL).The Vancouver Bandits are set to tip off their season. We talk to coach and GM Kyle Julius his return to the Bandits' b

Otis Gets His Revenge as AD Shows a Flash of Brilliance (Grizzlies vs Pistons -- November 30, 1997)

May 15th, 2023 55m 45s

The Grizz storm the Palace at Auburn Hills. Antonio Daniels looks atrocious but recovers for a memorable moment. Otis Thorpe and the bench mob dominate. We've reached the peak of Mayberry Mountain! The Brian Williams/Bison Dele story is...disqu

New Look Grizz Come Out Firing in Dallas (Grizzlies vs Mavericks - November 4, 1997)

Mar 6th, 2023 51m 45s

Shareef looks like a dang all-star and then doesn't. Please enjoy the Otis Thorpe Experience™ (for a limited time only!). In a related matter, Stu makes (another) one of his all-time, pit-of-despair blunders. Dennis Scott and Michael Finley hav

Stu at the 1997 Draft: A Grave and Grievous Error (June 25, 1997)

Dec 9th, 2022 44m 35s

Tim Duncan would've changed everything, but the Grizz couldn't have him. Thanks, Stern.The draft was weak and, sure, the Antonio Daniels pick was fine. Ho hum. But! Much more interestingly!! History-altering fate once again knocks at Stu Jac

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Bonus - Interview with former Grizzlies forward George Lynch

Oct 1st, 2022 6m 35s

George Lynch played 123 games for the Grizzlies between 1996 and 1998. In that time, he logged 8 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and a steal in 21 minutes per game.Lynch on the relentless losing in Vancouver: "It was tough. My entire little leag

Season Two Wrap - ’The Grizzlie Truth’ Director Kat Jayme

Sep 30th, 2022 50m 37s

Jeremy and Justin finish up the 1996-97 season by handing out the hardware for worst take, best remembering, biggest disappointment and MVP. Then, writer/director Kat Jayme joins the podcast for an in-depth interview on her new film 'The Grizzl

A Glimpse of Greatness: Grizz Face 18-year-old Kobe Bryant (Grizzlies vs. Lakers - February 21, 1997)

Apr 21st, 2022 38m 13s

Kobe shows a flash of future greatness. Shaq sits. Chick Hearn insists Shareef should be Rookie of the Year. G-Money returns to form, but crumbles when it matters most. Big Country gets owned in the post by...everyone. Lord Byron gets his reven

Stu Fires Winters, AP Drops a 40-piece (Grizzlies vs. Nets - February 4, 1997)

Feb 7th, 2022 36m 42s

Brian Winters is out. Stu says the Grizz need to "attain another culture", but it seems like the same old. Anthony Peeler can't miss a jumper and puts Shawn Bradley on a poster. Kerry Kittles dominates with a career high.

Reef Shows Out in Cali (Grizzlies vs Warriors - January 8, 1997)

Nov 1st, 2021 38m 5s

Shareef drops 34 in his return home to California. G-Money is back in the saddle with a near dub-dub. Big Country puts up nice numbers, but there's a lot of empty calories there. Reef vs. Joe Smith is set to become the Barkley vs. Malone of the

The Grizz Beat the Best Team in the League (Grizzlies vs Rockets - December 17, 1996)

Sep 20th, 2021 36m 12s

Reef plays like a seasoned vet. The Big Guy comes through in the clutch. David slays Goliath. If the Grizz beat the best team in the league, does that mean...they're...the best team in the league?

Country Dominates the Hapless Spurs (Grizzlies vs Spurs - December 6, 1996)

Jul 19th, 2021 36m 7s

The 1996-97 season is off to a brutal start, but you wouldn't know it from this excellent, all-around team performance. Shareef shows off some signature moves. Peeler is stroking from mid-range. And fans get the Big Country vs. Will Perdue marq

The Shareef Draft (June 26, 1996)

May 10th, 2021 53m 41s

Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, and Ray Allen watch from the green room as the Grizzlies select Shareef Abdur-Rahim 3rd overall in the most stacked draft in NBA history. Justin goes into a tailspin wondering why the Grizzlies didn't trade for Nash at

Season One Wrap with the First Grizz Owner

Mar 29th, 2021 43m

Former Vancouver Grizzlies owner Arthur Griffiths joins the show. He raises important questions like 'what if the Grizzlies were actually an arena football team?' and 'what if the Grizzlies didn't get completely screwed by the expansion rules?'

Finally, A Good Country Game (Grizzlies vs Hawks - March 20, 1996)

Mar 1st, 2021 31m 29s

In the midst of one of the longest losing streaks in NBA history, Country shows up big against the Hawks. But the Grizz D has to cope with a scorching 4th quarter performance from Steve Smith.

Blue at the Buzzer! (Grizzlies vs 76ers - January 6, 1996)

Feb 1st, 2021 35m 22s

Scott Skiles retires pre-game in Vancouver. G-Money delivers a commanding performance. Blue Edwards hits the improbable game-winner in overtime on an even more improbable pass from the Big Guy.

The Big Country Draft (June 28, 1995)

Jan 15th, 2021 38m 12s

The Grizzlies take Big Country with their first ever entry draft pick. But was it as bad a pick as everyone remembers? Well, yes. But not for the reason you're thinking.

Glove and Reign Man Come to Vancouver (Grizzlies vs SuperSonics - December 19, 1995)

Jan 4th, 2021 40m 2s

The powerhouse SuperSonics visit GM Place. Gary Payton is wheeling and dealing. Blue Edwards is on one. Big Country huffs and puffs his way through 45 (!) minutes on the floor.

The Jordan Game (Grizzlies vs Bulls - November 30, 1995)

Dec 22nd, 2020 40m 36s

Michael Jordan debuts in Vancouver, floats for three quarters, and then eviscerates the Grizzlies with 19 points in seven minutes after Darrick Martin smack talks him. Justin and Jeremy wonder, "why, Darrick? WHY?!".

The First Home Game (Grizzlies vs Timberwolves - November 5, 1995)

Dec 13th, 2020 37m 38s

Is it possible that the pinnacle of the Vancouver Grizzlies franchise came in its second game ever? In the premier episode, Justin and Jeremy relive the glory of the Chris King OT putback.

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