NBA’s Grizzlies take flight with local airport

NBA basketball franchise the Memphis Grizzlies has entered into a partnership with Memphis International Airport.

Under the deal, the terms of which were not disclosed, the Grizzlies will support the airport’s rebranding and modernisation efforts.

The team and the airport will also work together on community outreach initiatives and various other promotions such as the chance to win match and flight tickets to select Grizzlies road games.

In addition, Grizzlies guard Tony Allen will become an official spokesperson for the airport.