Memphis Grizzlies Fire Taylor Jenkins With Nine Games Left in Season

The Grizzlies' decision to dismiss their winningest coach comes as the team struggles in a tight playoff race under interim leadership.

Taylor Jenkins, the winningest coach in Memphis Grizzlies history, was fired on March 28, despite the team's 44-29 record and fifth-place standing in the Western Conference.
The firing follows a challenging stretch where the Grizzlies lost five of their last seven games and went 8-12 in their past 20 matchups.
Assistant coach Tuomas Iisalo has been named interim head coach as the team prepares for a pivotal game against the Los Angeles Lakers on March 29.
General Manager Zach Kleiman described the decision as 'difficult,' citing Jenkins' contributions to player development and team success over his six-season tenure.
The timing of the firing, just weeks before the playoffs, has raised questions about the potential impact on the team's postseason performance and internal dynamics.