We had something kinda cool go on at Blind Bear last night. ESPN nationally broadcast the Grizzlies-Denver Nuggets game. However, unlike TNT (for 6 games a year, as I explained in and earlier post), ESPN’s broadcast agreement is non-exclusive. So those in the Memphis market could watch a different broadcast of the same game on Bally Sports South. So at the Bear, we had one TV on each network.
Cool thing was, I noticed no difference in production values at all. In no way did the Bally broadcast feel inferior or more cheaply produced than the ESPN one.
Unfortunately, the game did not have my preferred outcome, as Memphis dropped one on the road in Denver, 113-97. The Grizzlies fall to 6 games behind Denver in the West and are now only holding on to second place by one game over Sacramento. Next up: At the L.A. Clippers at 9 Sunday. That game will be on ESPN as well.
Joe Lunardi has updated his ESPN Bracketology. Our Memphis Tigers have moved OFF THE BUBBLE! The Tigers are clealy projected to be in the NCAA tournement, currently as a 9 seed in Kansas’ portion of the bracket.
Look at the YUMMY lunch I had yesterday!
The Majestic’s seafood flatbread disappeared off the Friday specials for a long time. I don’t know why. Maybe demand for it was too low during the stupid pandemic, or maybe shipping rates shot the food costs up too high for a while. Anyway, it’s back now! Shrimp, scallops, salmon, and spinach in an olive oil base covered with mozzarella.
Manager/Friday lunch bartender Hailey told me they don’t have the seafood flatbread EVERY Friday, but usually they do. What you want to do, then, is check the Majestic’s Facebook page about 10:30 on Friday morning to see the day’s specials.
It was so good to see owners Patrick and Deni. I see them around town all the time, but it was good to see them in their natural habitat.
Something She Can Feel, a play exploring the emotional needs of women, is at the Cannon Center today.
The Beyond the Stars dance competition comes to the Renasant Convention Center this weekend.
The Golden State Warriors have signed former Memphis Tigers guard Lester Quinones to a 10-day contract. The Grizzlies next home game, on March 9, is against the Warriors.
The DM’s Jennifer Biggs has the recipe for Calvary Waffle Shop’s chicken salad.
DA Steve Mulroy does not believe any drag shows in Shelby County will violate Tennessee’s new law banning such performances.
In the news: Ford has filed a patent for cars that can repossess themselves
Monday, March 20 will be Hoops for St. Jude Day at the Grizzlies. There will be an online silent auction, incentives for fans to donate to St. Jude, and a halftime celebrity basketball game.
Be sure to stock up on booze today, for tomorrow is Cinco de Marcho. With Cinco de Mayo a mere two months away, it’s time for drinking practice to build up tolerance. I’ll recommend a couple of liquor stores that can fill all your Cinco de Marcho needs:
- If you’re Downtown, check out Downtown Wines & Spirits at Main & Madison. It’s a small space but they have plenty to select from. It’s owned by Carl WInfield, a longtime Downtown advocate and one of my Bardog buddies.
- In North Mississippi, stop by Lucky’s Wine & Liquors at 302 & Hacks Cross. You might see a familiar face from this blog.
Don’t forget – first crawfish and shrimp boil of the season happens at Max’s Sports Bar today. First batch rolls off at 12.
Also don’t forget, today is South Point Grocery’s one-year celebration.
Tarot University: Introduction to Tarot happens today at The Broom Closet from 2 to 4. $15.
That’s it for now. Heading to Bardog brunch here in a bit. Back tomorrow.