Herrington: Clarke, Tillman seek roles in crowded Grizzlies frontcourt
Portland Trail Blazers forward Norman Powell (center) attempts to shoot between Memphis Grizzlies center Xavier Tillman Sr. (left), and forward Brandon Clarke during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Oregon, Sunday, April 25, 2021. (Craig Mitchelldyer/AP 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.
The Grizzlies have been successful when Brandon Clarke and Xavier Tillman Sr. were paired, outscoring opponents by 6.6 points per 100 possessions, according to NBA.com.
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