Memphis Grizzlies hosting Draft Party Thursday, June 26; Announce Crossover Plan for 2008-09 Season
Grizzlies.com
Memphis, June 12, 2008 – The NBA Draft is one of the most exciting NBA events of the summer, and once again the Grizzlies are inviting their fans to join them for a draft night party at FedExForum on Thursday, June 26.
Doors for the event will open at 5 p.m., festivities will begin at 6 p.m., and the Draft will get underway at 6:30 p.m. The Grizzlies currently have the fifth and 28th overall picks.
The evening will be hosted by Grizzlies television play-by-play announcer Pete Pranica and television analyst Sean Tuohy, and they’ll be joined throughout the night by Grizzlies players Mike Conley and Kyle Lowry and team management. Fans will also have the chance to get autographs from Conley and Lowry and take part in contests and trivia. There will also be live music from Elmo & The Shades, face painting, a balloon maker, a rock climbing wall, the opportunity to shoot free throws on the Grizzlies’ court, and other fun activities for fans of all ages.
In addition, fans will get their first look at the 2008-09 Grizzlies Dance Team who will be making their debut just one week after the final audition.
Crossover Plan
Fans who want catch this year’s draft picks in action can take advantage of the all-new Crossover Plan. For $999 fans will see all 45 home games during the 2008-09 season – 25 from the Plaza Level, and 20 from the Terrace Level. It’s the best of both worlds, all for under a grand. Fans wishing to take advantage of this offer can call (901) 888-HOOP.