Memphis Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace today announced the team transferred guard Kobi Simmons to the Memphis Hustle, the Grizzlies’ NBA G League affiliate, as part of his two-way contract. He is expected to participate in NBA G League Showcase 2018 in Mississauga, Ontario from January 10-13.
Simmons (6-4, 170) has appeared in 12 games (all starts) for the Hustle and has averaged 16.6 points, 3.1 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.25 steals in 32.4 minutes. The 20-year-old rookie has also made 11 appearances for the Grizzlies this season, averaging 3.6 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.