Herrington: Re-grouping Grizzlies take double do-over on Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard
Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) motions to the crowd after hitting a three pointer during an Oct. 25, 2023 game against the New Orleans Pelicans. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian file)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life.
Call it a double do-over. Given the opportunity to second guess their decisions on Kennard and Smart, the Grizzlies have instead chosen a second chance for both.
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