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Taylor Jenkins, Memphis Grizzlies and Coach of the Year

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Bleacher Report |
The Grizzlies handed the reins from Jenkins to Tuomas Iisalo, who was brought on as an assistant in July.
The New York Times |
The firing itself wasn’t shocking because there had long been signs they were headed for a split.
National Basketball Association |
The Lakers defeated the Grizzlies, 134-127.

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