The list of attendees featured future hall of Famers and many of Allen’s former teammates. Paul Pierce, Derrick Rose and ...

MEMPHIS — Tony Allen, whose defensive prowess and unique verbiage created the Memphis Grizzlies' "Grit 'n' Grind" era, was honored Saturday night with the retirement of his No. 9 jersey.

Tony Allen's Memphis Grizzlies jersey retirement ceremony featured a heartfelt, 50-minute speech from the former NBA player. Allen, known for his defensive prowess and hustle, expressed gratitude ...

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Tony Allen, whose defensive prowess and unique verbiage created the Memphis Grizzlies' Grit 'n Grind era, was honored Saturday night with the retirement of his No. 9 jersey.