The Memphis Grizzlies will raise Tony Allen's No. 9 jersey to the rafters at FedExForum next March, the team announced Tuesday. Allen will be the third member of the Grizzlies' "Core Four" to have his jersey retired;

Now that the Grizzlies waited out the results of Allen's criminal case, they're going ahead with retiring his jersey on March 15. He'll be the third Grizzly in team history to be so honored, but Conley is a lock to become the fourth whenever his long career ends. Memphis fans can finally honor the Grindfather.

The Memphis Grizzlies have finalized a date for Tony Allen to become the third player in franchise history with a jersey retirement ceremony.

The first 5,000 fans to arrive will receive a commemorative vinyl produced locally in collaboration with Memphis Record Pressing, highlighting memorable plays, moments, and significant interactions from Allen's career with the Grizzlies.

Tony Allen will become the 3rd player in franchise history to have his jersey number retired, joining Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol.

The Memphis Grizzlies will retire guard Tony Allen's No. 9 jersey on March 15. Allen will join fellow stars of the team's "Grit and Grind" era Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol in receiving the honor.

The ‘Grit and Grind’ era of the Memphis Grizzlies will forever be looked upon fondly by their fanbase. No, it did not lead to a championship as the franchise is still looking for their first NBA Finals appearance.