MEMPHIS – Peeking over his shoulder at the No. 50 hanging high above FedExForum, Zach Randolph searched deep when asked what advice he’d offer his former team as the surging young Grizzlies embark on the start of the NBA playoffs.
“Stick together, and protect the Grindhouse,” the retired Grizzlies legend offered. “The playoffs are different. You work hard all year long to get yourself in position for homecourt advantage. (Opponents) gotta come through Memphis. Protect the Grindhouse, stick together as a team, and I like our chances with these guys.”