Herrington: One week back, Dillon Brooks is passing the audition
Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks (24) drives against Brooklyn Nets forward Nic Claxton (33) in the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Oct. 24, 2022, at FedExForum. (Brandon Dill/AP)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life.
“Even with some wayward two-point shooting, the Brooks that returned this week is the kind of player the Grizzlies need.”
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