NBA Commissioner suggests Grizzlies could play some games in Nashville

Friction point: Grizzlies ownership isn't keen on that idea and prefers to make things work in Memphis.

The latest: On the "Pardon My Take" podcast this week, Silver suggested an idea that splits the difference. He indicated the Grizzlies could remain in Memphis, but bulk up their presence in Nashville by playing some games here.

What he's saying: "Nashville is a city on the rise," Silver said. "There's incredible things happening there. If it were up to me, I'd love for them to play a few games a year in Nashville and sort of be Tennessee's team to the extent they can."

Nate's thought bubble: Nashville should focus on making its existing professional sports teams, including the newcomer minor league women's hoops franchise, successful instead of adding an NBA or MLB team.

• I'm skeptical that two wintertime sports teams would thrive here, and we already have the Predators holding down the fort at Bridgestone Arena.