Herrington: Steven Adams’ return should boost Grizzlies, but frontcourt questions remain
Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams (4) grabs a rebound over Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) during a game Jan. 3, 2022, in New York. After taking time to recover from an injury, Adams returned to the Grizzlies starting lineup Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023. (Adam Hunger/AP Photo file)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life.
Given coach Taylor Jenkins’ tendency to play a 10-man rotation, Brandon Clarke’s absence leaves an obvious quartet: Jaren Jackson Jr., Steven Adams, Santi Aldama and Xavier Tillman Sr. Can it all be so simple?
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