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Tuomas Iisalo Takes Charge as Grizzlies' Interim Coach

3/31/2025

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Tuomas Iisalo steps into the role of interim head coach for the Memphis Grizzlies, following the dismissal of Taylor Jenkins. With just nine games remaining, Iisalo is determined to turn the team's fortunes around and reignite their playoff hopes. As the first Finnish-born coach in the NBA, he carries the weight of history on his shoulders.

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Tuomas Iisalo steps into the role of interim head coach for the Memphis Grizzlies, following the dismissal of Taylor Jenkins. With just nine games remaining, Iisalo is determined to turn the team's fortunes around and reignite their playoff hopes. As the first Finnish-born coach in the NBA, he carries the weight of history on his shoulders.