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Tony Allen explains how he would shut down Anthony Edwards

Anthony Edwards has taken his scoring abilities to new heights in the 2024-25 season, averaging a career-best 26.7 points on a stellar 42.3 percent shooting from beyond the arc through the first 20 games.

Tony Allen reveals why beating Doc Rivers was always so special

Tony Allen has not played in the NBA in over six years but still recalls the feeling he had whenever he would beat Doc Rivers. Known for his seven-year run with the Memphis Grizzlies, Allen started his career with the Boston Celtics, where he felt he was disrespected at the end of his time with the team.

'Who the f**k told you you was Arvydas Sabonis?' - Tony Allen on when Lionel Hollins tore into the Grizzlies' starting five one by one

The rivalry between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Los Angeles Clippers in 2012 and 2013 was contentious, and it came to a hilt in the NBA Playoffs, where they met in the first round for consecutive seasons.

Tony Allen Says Pelicans Are The Worst Organization In The NBA, Calls Alvin Gentry One Of The Worst Coaches

In a recent appearance on "Grind City Media," former Grizzlies star Tony Allen savagely exposed the Pelicans franchise and their former head coach head coach Alvin Gentry.

Member of Celtics' Title Team Getting Jersey Retired

On Oct. 22, the Celtics will raise Banner 18 to the TD Garden rafters. An integral member of their previous title team in 2008 will also see his number raised high above the hardwood.

Memphis Grizzlies Announce Tony Allen's No. 9 Jersey Will Be Retired

The Memphis Grizzlies will be raising the No. 9 jersey to the rafters and retiring the jersey permanently in honor of Tony Allen on March 15, 2025. Allen

‘Grit And Grind’ Grizzlies Member To Have Jersey Retired In March

The ‘Grit and Grind’ era of the Memphis Grizzlies will forever be looked upon fondly by their fanbase. No, it did not lead to a championship as the franchise is still looking for their first NBA Finals appearance.

Grizzlies retiring Tony Allen's No. 9 on March 15

The Memphis Grizzlies will retire guard Tony Allen's No. 9 jersey on March 15, the team announced Tuesday. Allen's number will be raised to the FedExForum rafters following a game against the Miami Heat.

Grizzlies wing Tony Allen’s hilarious revelation of being dunked on by DeAndre Jordan

Dunks are probably the most exciting part of basketball, and a player dunking on another player is even more thrilling. Perhaps no other player in the last two decades brought this kind of excitement like the Denver Nuggets’ DeAndre Jordan, who used to posterize people on a daily basis with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Memphis Grizzlies Legend Releases Must-Watch Video From Game vs Lakers

Tony Allen was never known for being the best shooter in the NBA. In fact, throughout his career, he shot 47.5% from the field and 28.2% from three. However, there was one moment in Allen's career where he had his greatest shooting night ever, and it was against the Los Angeles Lakers on March 22, 2016.

Memphis Grizzlies Star Tony Allen Lists OKC as One of the Best Places To Play in NBA

The Oklahoma City Thunder have quickly joined into the elite franchises in the basketball world, looking at them through the lens of 2008 and beyond it is easy to see that the OKC Thunder have rattled off one of the most successful stretches in that span that the league has to offer.

Tony Allen narrating perfect Grizzlies game vs. Lakers will leave you in tears

While there is plenty to be excited about with the current state of the Memphis Grizzlies, sometimes fans can’t help but reminisce about the “Grind City” days, led by Zach Randolph, Marc Gasol, and Tony Allen.

Tony Allen Opens Up On Why Kevin Durant Was Nearly Impossible To Guard

Kevin Durant has been striking fear into the hearts of defenders in the NBA for the last 18 years. One of his toughest matchups came against wing defender Tony Allen, someone Durant has credited as the toughest defender he's ever faced.

Legendary NBA Defender Gets Honest About Guarding Kevin Durant

Tony Allen may have never won Defensive Player of the Year, but very few players in modern NBA history have more respect as a defender than him. Legendary players like Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant have both called Allen the toughest defender they've ever encountered in their careers.

Former OSU Star Tony Allen to Get Jersey Retired by Memphis Grizzlies

One of Oklahoma State’s best basketball players will experience one of the NBA’s highest honors next season. Former OSU guard Tony Allen said he will get his jersey retired by the Memphis Grizzlies sometime next season, according to the Commercial Appeal .

Memphis Grizzlies Announce Jersey Retirement for Former Pillar

According to Memphis Grizzlies beat reporter Damichael Cole, the team has announced they will retire former guard Tony Allen‘s No. 9 jersey number next season.

Clippers employee disciplined over snarky tweet about West rival