Mike Conley and Tony Allen have both revealed that they are optimistic of returning from injury for the Memphis Grizzlies' opening game of the NBA playoffs.

Conley missed the last four games of the regular season with a foot sprain, while Allen has not featured in the last nine because of a hamstring injury.

Conley told the Memphis Commercial Appeal: "I'm progressing each day. That's all I can ask for right now. I'll go through as much as I can [at practice]. They don't want me doing too much.

"The best thing for me is to stay off my feet. But in my mind, I'm playing [Game One]. I'm trying to force my mind over my body."

Allen added: "It's cool. I've been doing a lot of [treatment]. We've been working. I feel good today."

The Grizzlies begin their playoff series on Sunday.