The Grizzlies played Williams on the ball and put him in uncomfortable situations with hopes of creating a breakout opportunity for him. Analysis. Ziaire Williams (born September 12, 2001) is an American professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association (NBA). As a result, Williams is now playing only 18.1 minutes per game compared to the 21.7 minutes in his rookie year. After a rookie season that showed promise, Ziaire Williams embarked on an off-season around improving his ball handling, playmaking, and shooting. Must be 21 or older to gamble. He was a solid role player for the squad in his rookie year. Latest Videos. Spin: Williams will come back to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League following the All-Star break. Ziaire Williams is a second-year forward playing for the Memphis Grizzlies. Ziaire Williams Position: Forward 6-8 , 185lb (203cm, 83kg) Hometown: Lancaster, CA High School: Sierra Canyon HS RSCI Top 100: 6 ( 2020) School: Stanford (Men) Draft: New Orleans Pelicans, 1st round (10th pick, 10th overall), 2021 NBA draft 3 SUMMARY Career G 20 PTS 10.7 TRB 4.6 AST 2.2 FG% 37.4 FG3% 29.1 FT% 79.6 eFG% 43.1 PER 11.2 WS 0.6 0:18. He played college basketball for the Stanford Cardinal. However, I am interested in how the season will go with Dillon Brooks contract expiring after this season and Ziaire Williams continued development potentially playing a part in how the Grizzlies move forward with that situation. I will never forget the 2021 NBA Draft. Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins didn't give a clear indication on when Williams could be back in the NBA. This year, it appears that he's become worse and hasn't made any significant improvements in his game. It felt like a Memphis Grizzlies game except it was at Landers Center. Gambling problem? He measured an impressive 6-9 3/4 in shoes at the . Be the first one to comment on this story. [22][23] On February 2, Williams set a career-high with 21 points in a 120108 win over the New York Knicks. He began his NBA career averaging 5 points per game on 35.7% shooting and 24.6% from three mostly as a corner 3-point shooter in 18 games before being sidelined with an ankle injury in game #19 in early December against the Miami Heat. [15][16], In his collegiate debut for Stanford on November 30, 2020, Williams scored 19 points and grabbed eight rebounds in an 8264 win against Alabama. Similar to Desmond Bane last season, the. Early life. Does Ja Morant replace him as an NBA All-Star starter? Williams spent the first three years of his high school career at Notre Dame High School where he averaged 13.6 points and 6.5 rebounds as a freshman. $9.99. "Of course, I was a little displeased I wasnt going to be with the team. The second-year wing has seen sporadic playing time with the Grizzlies of late and isn't guaranteed to see consistent minutes moving forward. Morant and his fellow Grizzlies were cheering Williams on from courtside seats across from the Hustle bench. Report Card: Grizzlies earn a Big Victory in the Bluff City over Denver. Among players 21 years old or younger, only two players logged more playoff minutes than Williams did: Tyrese Maxey and Anthony Edwards. But with that being said, Im just going to take it on the chin and take full advantage of it," said Williams, whose scoring average (5.8 points) and 3-point shooting (24.4%) are down from last season. Williams averaged 8.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game and started 31 of his 62 games last season. 0:23; Ziaire Williams hits incredible full-court shot at the buzzer. However, Ziaire returned as a completely different player upon his return to the court in January after missing 14 games. 0:20; See All. Zaire is a high level wing with intriguing upside but a lot of work to do developing his game. Back in February, Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins discussed what he saw from Williams (via SLAM): His ability to shoot off the bounce is at a really high levelwe knew that coming out of college. Follow Grizzly Bear Blues on Twitter and Instagram. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. [24] He then tied that record on February 24, in a 114119 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Terms apply, see operator site for Terms and Conditions. Now we want a ring.". Williams was recalled by the Grizzlies from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Saturday.. Williams will come back to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League following the All-Star break. Although his stats were not the greatest in the playoffs, his impact was felt especially at moments during the Golden State series. Personal Notes Twitter: @therealZiaire Instagram: zziaire Born in Lancaster, California. Ziaire Williams is exactly the kind of guy that spends some time on the Memphis Hustle, honing his game in the G League, dominating and forcing his way into some playing time with the big club.. The game just seemed too fast for him at that time and thats understandable for a rookie his age with untapped potential. Quick Recap: Grizzlies cook Nuggets in resounding win. 2022-23 Memphis Grizzlies Player Previews, Grizzly Bear Blues is moving to Bluff City Media - SUBSCRIBE, Grizzly Bear Blues will be moving to Bluff City Media as its primary Memphis Grizzlies coverage starting March 1st, Memphis Grizzlies vs. Los Angeles Lakers Game Preview and Game Thread. [13] Williams was selected to play in the McDonald's All-American Game, Jordan Brand Classic and Nike Hoop Summit, but all three games were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But his minutes have diminished in the past two games as he has fallen behind John Konchar, Danny Green and David Roddy. The 21-year-old forward is averaging 3.2 points and 1.0 rebounds in 11.2 rebounds across his . Team W L PCT GB . She reportedly rushed the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. A year ago this month, he was a rookie starter on one of the NBA's surprising teams. Part of top-rated recruiting class in the Pac-12, Five-star prospect by 247Sports, Rivals and ESPN, ranked fourth, fifth and seventh, respectively, at the national level. For a brief sequence, Ziaire Williams felt like he was back in FedExForum hearing the cheers after a sensational play. 2:44. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Ziaire Williams is a second-year forward playing for the Memphis Grizzlies. [1] His mother is a probation officer, and his father works for 7 Up in Sylmar, Los Angeles. The Grizzlies Ziaire Williams gave the team a spark by hitting a 79-foot buzzer-beater to end the third quarter, the longest made shot in Grizzlies history. First triple-double in Stanford history using assists as one of the categories, Scored a career-best 19 points in Stanfords opening victory over Alabama in the Maui Invitational (Nov. 30, Asheville, N.C.). He shot 45% and averaged 8.1 points as a rookie. Team W L PCT GB . Williams will come back to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League following the All-Star break. The Grizzlies sent Williams to the G League on Wednesday. was the largest of all of the 45 players who recorded at least 5 possessions as the ball handler in pick and roll sets during the regular season and then also appeared in summer league action. Ziaire stated the plan is for him to be on the ball more this season so that speaks to the confidence that the coaching has in him and their commitment to developing him despite now being in contention mode among the leagues elite. Ziaire seemed to hit a rookie wall to start his career and then take off from there. Gannett may earn revenue from sports betting operators for audience referrals to betting services. Ziaire Williams has averaged 7.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 10 games in his last 10 games in his career. On July 29, 2021, Williams was selected with the tenth overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft by the New Orleans Pelicans, then traded to the Memphis Grizzlies. Nothing is going to be perfect. The Memphis Grizzlies traded starting center Jonas Valanciunas and the 17th overall pick to move up to pick #10 and took back Steven Adams and Eric Bledsoe. On our recent episode of the Starting 5 podcast, we previewed what we would like to see from Ziaire Williams this season and I stated that I would like for him to challenge for a starting spot. [26] The Grizzlies ended up winning the series in six games, but were eliminated during the second round by the Golden State Warriors in six games. This wasn't how Williams expected his second season to play out. Ziaire Williams, Sierra Canyon, Sr. Similar to Desmond Bane last season, the Grizzlies put the ball in Ziaire Williams hands during summer league as the primary ball handler to mixed results. 10 overall last year, had a brief stint during his rookie season with the Washington Wizards. Z And an NBA basketball court is only 94 feet long, so you get the idea. News: 4 days agoWilliams was recalled by the Grizzlies from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Saturday. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. Williams has moved between the two levels a decent amount recently, and it appears he could open the second half with the Hustle. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2021-22 Mosaic Basketball NBA Debut Base #273 Ziaire Williams - Grizzlies at the best online prices at eBay! Featured Writers; Colin McGowan; Christopher Reina But with two 20-point outings in February, both career-high marks, he began to earn the trust of his coach. Ziaire Williams - Stanford Vitals Age: 19 (born September 12, 2001) Height: 6'9" Weight: 188 pounds Wingspan: 6'10" Per game Stats (Age-19 season) Williams put together a relatively bad. Spin: Williams was recalled alongside Jake LaRavia, David Roddy and Kenneth Lofton on Wednesday. The player that Williams spent the most possessions guarding during the postseason, in fact, was actually Curry. Also, Taylor Jenkins trust in him to continue to play him in the rotation had to be a big boost as well for a team that was winning at a high level. A big shot can solidify a player's superstardom or it can bring a budding star to the. He was a five-star forward and arguably the most talented recruit to matriculate at. Williams is under a rookie contract of four years. 0:23; Ziaire Williams hits incredible full-court shot at the buzzer. Averaging 2 rebounds per game at his height (69 with a 611 wingspan) is not ideal even for a mostly perimeter-oriented player. 2:44; Ziaire Williams gets the hoop and the harm. Obviously, as a rookie, he is getting a great education right now on the defensive end. On Sunday, LeBron James played Ziaire Williams, one of his son's former high school teammates. 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What to know before hammering the over on Durant's points prop. $4.99 + $1.08 shipping. Ziaire Williams - Men's Basketball - Stanford University Athletics Stanford Athletics Men's Sports Baseball Basketball Cross Country Fencing Football Golf Gymnastics Rowing Sailing Soccer Swimming and Diving Tennis Track and Field Volleyball Water Polo Wrestling Women's Sports Artistic Swimming Basketball Beach Volleyball Cross Country Fencing 10 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. James Wiseman, drafted No. 2:44. Led Sierra Canyon to CIF-SS Open Division title, Won gold medal at 2019 FIBA World Cup with the United States in Greece, Starred with Oakland Soldiers on the AAU Circuit, Chose the Cardinal over USC, Arizona, North Carolina and UCLA. In 89 career games, he has scored 1,810 career points which is the all-time Stepinac scoring record. ALL-STAR: Steph Curry is injured. Shooting is still a huge need in Memphis and Ziaire can help quiet those doubts. Top 5 statements in the NBA last week. Jenkins spoke glowingly about what Williams is able to provide on defense (via Rookie Wire): I think recently in starting lineup, he has guarded everyone from Stephen Curry to Luka Doncic, guards, bigger wings. 7 in ESPN 100, commits to Stanford", "Evaluating No. I am excited to continue to see his development and just want to let Grizzlies Nation know to appreciate the growth that Ziaire has shown and will likely continue to show as he continues to gain valuable experience. He's shooting a much lower 42.4% overall and a disappointing 26.2% from the 3-point land. After scoring in double figures only once in the first 18 games of his career, Ziaire Williams scored in double figures in back-to-back games including a start in his second game back. [20] After missing 14 consecutive games due to an ankle injury and a stint in the NBAs COVID19 protocols,[21] Williams got his first career start on January 6, 2022, recording 14 points and two steals in a 11888 win over the Pistons. It was the Memphis Hustle bench erupting, not the Grizzlies, over Williams' play. There are no statistics available for this player. He'll be joined by Jake LaRavia, Kennedy Chandler, Vince Williams and Kenneth Lofton, who were all available but didn't see any action during Sunday's three-point loss to Toronto. However, his shooting and actual ball-handling left a lot to be desired. 10 overall pick Ziaire Williams to the G League. He's going to be back soon.". In conclusion, Ziaire Williams has shown more flashes up to this point than originally thought when he was drafted (to most of the fan base at least). His slim frame plays a part in that too but as time goes on and he develops I expect his rebounding to improve. 2Y; 0:19. The 6-foot-7 senior small forward is a consensus five-star player that can play for any college of his choosing. "We got a great group down here. The Grizzlies sent Williams to the G League on Wednesday. He's got all the tools to develop into a high level NBA player including good size for position, excellent length and fluid athleticism. He didn't lose confidence, but he's rediscovering the joy that was harder to find this season. Ziaire states, "I remember having a 1.9 GPA Very good student too (3.5 GPA). Memphis Grizzlies vs. Denver Nuggets Game Preview and Game Thread, Second half spotlights for Grizzlies playoff push, Report Card: Lack of Late Game Execution Leads to Another Loss for Memphis. Ziaire Williams gets the block, finishes with the triple. After do. including 21 starts at Small Forward. [27] He made his season debut on December 7, recording four points, six rebounds, three assists and two steals in a 123102 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. [1] He earned All-Mission League first team and USA Today All-USA California second team honors. 2:00 pm ET, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Returns to NBA, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Rejoins parent club, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Returns to G League, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: G League stint ends, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Assigned to G League. In seven games, he averaged 5.3 points and 1.2 assists per game, helping his team win the gold medal. Since he made his season debut Dec. 7, Williams has been up and down the rotation. He was once a consensus lottery pick, often being mentioned in the top 10. He has three double-digit games. It was Robert Covington, whose usage changed primarily because he was traded from the Blazers to the Clippers. He rebounded from a slow start to his rookie season and became a major piece to the Grizzlies' success in the second half of last season. In five games with the Hustle, he's averaged 18.6 points and 7.4 rebounds. Williams was the highest-rated men's basketball recruit in Stanford history and is the first top-10 pick since Brook Lopez went No. You can even track the evolution of that expansion in the numbers. For more Grizzlies talk, subscribe to the Grizzly Bear Blues podcast network on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, and IHeart. Entdecke 2021-22 Panini Donruss Ziaire Williams RC #248 Memphis Grizzlies in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! Ja Morant also jumped up, took off his hat and reacted with a high-step in celebration. Ziaire Williams 2022-23 NBA Hoops Purple Parallel #138 Memphis Grizzlies. Williams will draw his second start of the season with Desmond Bane (knee) out. [3] Williams missed much of his sophomore season with an injury but saw success in the summer with his club team BTI Select. Williams was recalled by the Grizzlies from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Saturday. . Impact Williams will come back to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League following the. 2022-23 Southwest Standings. Devan Cambridge 2022 Leaf Pro Set Power Autograph Rookie Purple #6/20. [1] He began playing basketball at age five and was training under the guidance of his father by age eight. High school career. I would like to see that get up to around the 35% range and we have evidence, albeit a small sample size, that can happen as he shot 36.4% from 3 in the Grizzlies 3 Las Vegas summer league games. NO WORRIES:Why Jaren Jackson Jr, Grizzlies aren't worried about his foul issues in national TV games, CLOSE-OUT STRUGGLES:Why the Memphis Grizzlies are struggling to close out games they're leading late, LAKERS' TNT DATE:Memphis Grizzlies' Feb. 28 game against Lakers, LeBron James to be shown on TNT. According to Anthony Slater of The Athletic, Williams said he gained a great feel from his recent meeting with Golden State. [28], Williams played for the United States at the 2019 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Heraklion, Greece. MISSING STEVEN ADAMS: The Memphis Grizzlies are struggling without Steven Adams, and it's easy to see why, GIANNOTTO:It's time for Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies to grow up | Giannotto. We tell him to have fun, enjoy the process. The 2019 camp dates are June 27 - 28. However, he's totaled just 15 minutes over. ZIAIRE WILLIAMS FULL COURT SHOT AT THE BUZZER WATCH: http:// app.link.nba.com/e/watch_now [11] On March 11, 2020, Williams scored 17 points and made a buzzer-beater in a 6361 comeback win over Etiwanda High School. [10] In his season debut, he scored 28 points in an 8581 overtime loss to Rancho Christian School. In these cases, the average was taken. Ziaire Williams is one of the nation's most sought after high school basketball players and is considered the best small forward in the 2020 class. section: | slug: grizzlies-ziaire-williams-assigned-to-g-league | sport: basketball | route: article_single_fantasy | Williams crossed over his defender, did a Euro step around another and finished an up-and-under reverse layup that brought his teammates off the bench. Williams was expected to be the top wing option off the bench. Hes not going to learn if he plays safe. 2022-23 Southwest Standings. Free shipping. Jackson: "We have a bunch of regular-season wins. 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nba/reg/free/stories, at Ziaire Williams is the best on what is a stacked roster at this Chatsworth, Los Angeles School. 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Even though his odds (+20000 per Tipico) equate to a very small implied probability, I like him as a sleeper pick with great value. It doesnt matter. Each player develops at their own pace, so I would tell the crowd that expects a Desmond Bane type of leap to temper their expectations and enjoy the process and maturation. "I think the G League is a great spot for players to develop and play some real minutes," Aldama said. Williams should be available for Saturday's meeting with the Nuggets. The Memphis Grizzlies forward banked in a near full-court heave at the end of the third quarter against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. Sign up for the Layup Lines newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Then he was diagnosed with patellar tendinitis during the preseason and missed the first 24 games. The increase of 36.0 percentage points (!) The prized recruit was. He has . The team focused on his development and essentially made him the primary focus of Summer League a year after selecting him with the No. Ziaire Williams went to Stanford his freshman year as the highest-rated recruit in the program's history. This season, his numbers have dropped. [18] As a freshman, Williams averaged 10.7 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game, shooting 37.4 percent from the field. On April 12, 2020, he announced his commitment to Stanford over Arizona, USC, North Carolina and UCLA. Also, his defensive ability flashed with him using his 611 wingspan to cause deflections and create transition opportunities. The Memphis Grizzlies are struggling without Steven Adams, and it's easy to see why, It's time for Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies to grow up | Giannotto, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Ziaire Williams was born in September of 2001 in Lancaster, California. "Hes taken full advantage of his G-League opportunities as well but we havent made those firm decisions on what its going to look like on a week-to-week basis," Jenkins said. Dribbles per touch because this essentially tells us how much a coach trusted a player with the ball in his hands. On March 31, he declared for the 2021 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.[19]. He averaged 4.8 rebounds per game in 5 summer league games so my hope is that translates to the regular season. Getting in there, midrange pull-ups, but then getting to the free throw line, knocking down big free throws on small volume, but those are big shots for him. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Your login session has expired. For now, Williams is content doing what's asked of him and trusting his game again. This page was last edited on 1 March 2023, at 18:56. He's seen action in only two Grizzlies games since his G-League assignment, both at the end of blowouts. However, it doesn't seem like Williams has progressed since his rookie season. After a big victory over the Nuggets on Saturday night, the Grizzlies are looking to grab another win over a Western Conference foe. The Grizzlies recalled Williams for the Memphis Hustle of the G League on Wednesday. Williams, the 10th pick in the 2021 draft, is shooting just 24.5 percent from three this season. Stephen Curry Expected To Return From Leg Injury Next Week. The evolution of Ziaire Williams game can raise the ceiling of the Grizzlies. Ziaire Williams, not for the first time, saw opportunity in a place everyone else might prefer to avoid. Williams was assigned to the G League Hustle on Saturday. On Friday, he had 24 points on 10-for-17 shooting while holding G-League Ignite Ignite guard Scoot Henderson, the likely No. So hes expanding his game, not just being a guy who just stands in the corner.. Since the beginning of the "Grz Nxt Gen" era, the vision for this team has always been around Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. All-Star weekend showed that the vision is materializing. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nba | pageType: stories | But from his . Id be surprised if the same thing doesnt happen with Williams. However, he's totaled just 15 minutes over his last two games (11 on Sunday) and will head to the G League to get some meaningful playing time. 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nba/reg/free/stories, at The Grizzlies recalled Williams from the Memphis Hustle of the G League on Wednesday. So for this upcoming season, I am expecting another year of continued progression from Ziaire Williams. 2 overall in 2020, played there in December before the Golden State Warriors traded him to the Detroit Pistons this month. I was unsure about a rookie playing much when the season was truly on the line come playoff time, and am glad I was wrong. Williams, who missed the first 24 games this season because of patellar tendinitis, often talked about staying positive and trusting this as part of his education. Please check your email for a confirmation. Last year, the Grizzlies gave Desmond Bane a similar role at summer league before entrusting him with a bigger offensive load once the season began. Competed in the summer for BTI Basketball Club and the Oakland Soldiers. For his first three years of high school, Williams attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. Via. 11:18 am ET, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Returns to NBA, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Assigned to G League, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Rejoins parent club, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: Returns to G League, Grizzlies' Ziaire Williams: G League stint ends. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. 2Y; 0:19. The Warriors also have met with Stanford's Ziaire Williams. In his freshman season, he averaged 13.6 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. [29], Both of Williams' parents have served in the military: his mother, Marquita Fields-Williams, in the Army and Air Force, and his father, Ziaire Williams, in the Marine Corps. David McClure, head coach of the summer league squad for Memphis, spoke about the strategy (via Commercial Appeal): We kind of encourage him to make mistakes. Due to injuries and struggles, the former first-round lottery pick is trying to find his rhythm after being assigned to the G-League three weeks ago. "Ive gotten a lot of good reps and its helped and whenever they think Im ready, Im ready. He joined the team with fellow five-star recruit BJ Boston, as well as Bronny James and Zaire Wade, the respective sons of basketball players LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. But there are plenty of reasons to believe that this former Stanford standout could drastically improve those numbers in his second professional season. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. The Grizzlies assigned Williams to the G League's Memphis Hustle on Monday. 2:44; Ziaire Williams gets the hoop and the harm. Ziaire Williams learned quickly after meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies that the front office had eyes on him since he was a five-star high school recruit in Los Angeles. If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. Free shipping. Ziaire Williams has become a full-time starter for the Grizzlies, and is impressing those around him with his recent play. ", Why Jaren Jackson Jr, Grizzlies aren't worried about his foul issues in national TV games, Why the Memphis Grizzlies are struggling to close out games they're leading late, Memphis Grizzlies' Feb. 28 game against Lakers, LeBron James to be shown on TNT, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Williams is under a rookie contract of four years. If you look at the players he spent the most time guarding, youll see tough matchups like Chris Paul and Donovan Mitchell as well as bigger wings like Jayson Tatum and Brandon Ingram. Williams has appeared in 27 of the Grizzlies' past 29 contests (three starts), posting 6.2 points and 2.6 rebounds in 18.0 minutes during that stretch. My goal for Ziaire going into his rookie year was simply to get playing time and show improvement over the entirety of the season, and that he did. Sports betting and gambling are not legal in all locations. He scored a season-high 17 points in 30 minutes against. Top 5 statements in the NBA last week. [25] During the first round of the playoffs, the Grizzlies faced the Timberwolves. Finished in double figures 12 times, Highest-rated prospect to choose Stanford in program history. Free shipping for many products! That seems increasingly unlikely due to Taylor Jenkins' comments at media day about who is competing for the starting Power Forward spot while Jaren Jackson Jr. is out and rumors of the Grizzlies being interested in a potential Jae Crowder trade with the Phoenix Suns. Hailie graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in psychology and a 3.9 GPA. He may even wind up one day playing alongside LeBron James, who has frequented Sierra Canyon's games this season. The Memphis Grizzlies put together a massive win over the Western Conferences top seed, Denver Nuggets. Latest Videos. What the Grizzlies. When he played in NBA 2K23 Summer League, however, that rate jumped to a whopping 46.2 percent. 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