MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Before donning a Grizzlies uniform for the first time, Shane Battier acknowledged he knew as little as most folks about the NBA's newest city.

"Memphis? All I knew about the place was Elvis and barbecue," said the former Duke All-American.

 




"But I've been pleasantly surprised. There's a good vibe around the city, and it's fun to be part of the revitalization process, especially downtown where I live."