Grizzlies’ ‘veterans’ provide wind beneath young stars’ wings
Jae Crowder and Solomon Hill are the Grizzlies’ loudest veteran voices, but for how long?
Memphis Grizzlies' Jae Crowder (99) scores against the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half of a game on Jan. 4, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Young stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. get the hype, but the Grizzlies' youngish veterans - most notably Jae Crowder and Solomon Hill - have provided a winning influence.
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Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.
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