Let it fly: How the Grizzlies have offense humming five games into season
With Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams (4) screening, Ja Morant has an easier time getting to the rim. It’s an offensive combo that works. (Paul Sancya/AP file)
Drew Hill
Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.
The remixed style of Grizzlies offense has Memphis carving up bad NBA defenses early in the season.
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