10-Day Contracts and Two-Way Player Report CardOverall Grade: B+<\/p>\n
During this season of rebuilding, the Grizzlies will need to prioritize their roster depth, and this past year was proof that it can be there. On so many occasions, this Memphis squad had to step up against the best in the west, top teams in the east, division foes, and everything in between. The team\u2019s chemistry was always in flux, given the available lineup was seemingly different all the time. <\/p>\n
No matter how talented each player is individually, a team cannot easily build a strong dynamic when there\u2019s no roster consistency. That is part of the reason why Memphis ended this past season with a 25-57 record and finished 13th in the Western Conference.<\/p>\n
On the surface, the record might seem easy to dismiss, especially for those outside of the Grizzlies fanbase who may not fully understand the extent of the team\u2019s injuries. Memphis relied on two-way players, G-League call-ups, and athletes signed to 10-day contracts<\/a>, many of whom continued to compete with energy and effort every night. <\/p>\n That resilience and willingness to embrace larger roles should pay dividends as the roster returns to full strength. With so many players now battle-tested and more comfortable handling heavier minutes, the Grizzlies appear far more prepared than last season\u2019s record would suggest.<\/p>\n This impactful group earned a B+ on the report card, just shy of the A range because there is still room to improve. Many of these players are young and continuously developing their skillsets, while others brought experience from previous NBA rosters or the G-League. No matter their role or experience level, they were able to make a positive difference<\/a> for Memphis this past season.<\/p>\n Who answered the call?<\/p>\n Here are some of the players who answered the call for the Grizzlies and absolutely deserve a shoutout!<\/p>\n 1. Javon Small2. Jahmai Mashack3. Olivier-Maxence Prosper4. Charles Bassey5. DeJon Jarreau6. Rayan Rupert7. Kobe Bufkin8. Tyler Burton9. Lawson Lovering10. Toby Okani11. Christian Koloko12. Adama-Alpha Bal13. Dariq Whitehead14. Lucas Williamson<\/p>\n Even during one of the toughest seasons the franchise has faced in recent years, this group continued to show perseverance. It may not have translated to a winning record or chance to play in the postseason, but it could very well benefit the Grizzlies long term and contribute to the team\u2019s future success.<\/p>\n
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