The Memphis Grizzlies went on a great tear in January, winning 10 of 13 before hitting a speed bump at the end of the month. Now, they have lost 5 of 6.

What's wrong? The Commercial Appeal digs out of the snow long enough to provide their perspective.

Still, the Grizz are 26-24 at this point in the season after being 14-36 at this point last season. In the Eastern Conference – where the Grizzlies belong, lets face it – 26 wins would have them in sixth place and looking pretty good for a playoff spot. In the Western, though, it's only good for 11th place ... with a tough-looking slog to get into the playoffs.