"I can say from my own perspective that I have the complete opposite -- 180-degree perspective on that. The Memphis where we have arrived less than two years ago has been very warm. Very welcoming."
"I don't care what the rest of the world thinks. I love the people of Memphis. I love the food. I love every single time I come over here."
"In Memphis on a f---ing random ass Thursday, I'm not like the first guy to even talk about it in the NBA, we all like, 'You guys have to move. Just go over to Nashville.'"
"Rajakovic called the visit inspiring with his players thanking him for taking them to the hospital to meet patients."
NBA coaches Tuomas Iisalo and Darko Rajakovic defended Memphis following LeBron James' criticism suggesting the Grizzlies should relocate to Nashville. Iisalo described Memphis as warm and welcoming, contrasting James' views. Rajakovic expressed his love for the city and its people, dismissing outside opinions. James had claimed players find little to do in Memphis, suggesting a move would benefit the NBA. The Raptors visited St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, which Rajakovic found inspiring, highlighting positive community engagement in Memphis.
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