Longtime NBA guard Tony Allen had his No. 9 jersey retired by the Grizzlies on Saturday night in Memphis. A defensive stalwart, the 2004 first-round pick earned the nickname "the Grindfather" for his tenacious play throughout his 15-year NBA career.

Tony Allen's Memphis Grizzlies jersey retirement was heartfelt and fun, befitting a Core Four member known as The Grindfather.

Tony Allen’s name has become synonymous with the Memphis spirit—the grit n’grind that makes this city so special. Allen had the opportunity to sit with Action News 5’s own Doc Holliday to reflect on his storied career,