Herrington: Ja Morant’s major Leap, Steven Adams’ passing, and other early Grizzlies observations
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) goes to the basket under pressure from Los Angeles Lakers center DeAndre Jordan (10) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/Ringo H.W. Chiu)
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.
It has been an awfully encouraging first three games for the Memphis Grizzlies.
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