Tony Allen's Memphis Grizzlies jersey retirement was heartfelt and fun, befitting a Core Four member known as The Grindfather.

Tony Allen, whose defensive prowess and unique verbiage created the Memphis Grizzlies’ Grit ’n Grind era, was honored with the retirement of his No. 9 jersey.

Tony Allen, a member of the Core Four who played for the Memphis Grizzlies from 2011 to 2016, was a 3-time NBA All-Defensive first-team selection.

Jaren Jackson Jr. had 31 points, Desmond Bane added 22 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists as the Memphis Grizzlies led from start to finish in a 125-91 victory over the Miami Heat.

The Memphis Grizzlies are back in action on Saturday night against the Miami Heat. Follow along for live updates.

The Memphis Grizzlies are hosting the struggling Miami Heat, who have lost their last six games, this Saturday night. Both teams are playing on the tail end of a back-to-back, but this will be the first meeting of the regular season between the two teams.