The unsung hero of the Grizzlies, JaMychal Green has been the defensive anchor, energizing the Grizzlies in wins, losses, and close games all season. Now, it’s time for him to get paid.
Green has grown to be the Grizzly that every fan forgets they need. He has taken on some of the toughest defensive assignments in his three seasons in Memphis, improving every year. His athleticism may seem underutilized, and quite frankly it is. He can be a stretch four but is confined to the paint, making up for the team’s lack of rebounding. The Grizzlies were last in contested rebounds this playoffs (also eighth lowest in rebounds per game during the regular season).