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Oddly, our main adversary in this game is not even in town. The Grizzlies are 6 games back<\/a> of Denver for first in the West. A win would only incrementally help Memphis catch the Nuggs in the standings. The real problem is that the third-place Sacramento Kings are hot on the Grizz’ heels at 7.5 games back of first. So the most important reason Memphis needs to win is to keep distance between themselves and the Kings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just what the world needed: McBroken<\/a>, a website that tells you the status of the ice cream machine at every McDonald’s in real time. It can prevent you from leaving your local McD’s disappointed because you didn’t get soft-serve ice cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anyone else getting swamped with Instagram notifications on their phone? Even in the case of my best friends, I don’t care who added to their story. I don’t care who posted for the first time in a while. I don’t care who Instagram thinks I may know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Three schools<\/a> are the leading contenders to land Bronny James, LeBron’s son: USC, Ohio State, and Oregon. Coach Penny offered Bronny a scholarship to Memphis but it’s unlikely he’ll accept.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NPR has the true story of why many Christians eat fish on Friday.<\/a> It’s not what you might think. Henry VIII, an Englsih king who had no qualms about meddling in religious affairs, was involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Patio Porkers, formerly a part of Memphis in May BBQ Fest, is moving to Beale Street this year. 30 teams will compete to determine who has the best backyard BBQ. The competition meat turned in must be ribs. Saturday, May 20 will be the date and it’s open to the public. The winning team gets $1000 and a trophy. More info<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The coffee shop in Young Rock season 3, episode 10 is actually the carriage house of the Woodruff-Fontaine mansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vintage heart-shaped cakes have been the #1 request at Primas Bakery + Boutique on South Main lately. In response, they’ve added a vintage cakes section to their online menu<\/a>. Online pre-orders require 48 hours’ notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Tennessee Vols’ baseball coach has been suspended<\/a> as possible NCAA violations are being investigated. That school is such a laughingstock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interesting post from the Blind Bear last night:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“You do not want to miss this Friday’s Burlesque show! This Friday will be the last Burlesque show!\u00a0<\/strong> Come see our modern twist on a classic burlesque show with 3 beautiful ladies performing throughout the audience accompanied by live music from James and the Ultrasounds.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

(emphasis mine in the paragraph above)<\/p>\n\n\n\n