Herrington: Grizzlies offseason roster rankings, Part 2
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (middle) drives the lane against Utah Jazz defenders Rudy Gobert (left) and Mike Conley (right) during game three of the NBA Playoffs on Saturday, May 29, 2021. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life. He lives in the Vollintine-Evergreen neighborhood of Midtown with his wife, two kids, and two dogs.
Here we take a look at Kyle Anderson’s utility value, and whether Jonas Valanciunas is a candidate for an extension.
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Herrington: Grizzlies offseason roster rankings, Part 1
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