The term “Grizzlies” primarily refers to a common name for grizzly bears, a subspecies of the brown bear (Ursus arctos) found in North America. Grizzly bears are characterized by their hulking size, powerful build, and distinctive hump on their shoulders, created by large muscles used for digging and running. They typically have brown fur with lighter tips, giving them a grizzled appearance.
In addition, “Grizzlies” may refer to sports teams that use the name as a mascot or team name, most notably the Memphis Grizzlies, a professional basketball team in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The mascot symbolizes strength and is intended to evoke the fierce nature of the grizzly bear.
Overall, “Grizzlies” can denote either the animal itself or, by extension, represent teams that have adopted the bear as a symbol for their identity or mascot.
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