With the 25th overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft, the Memphis Grizzlies took a chance on Jarell Martin. The 6’10” power forward out of LSU averaged 16.9 points and 9.2 rebounds per game while being named 1st-team All-SEC.
Because the Grizzlies needed outside shooting, Martin was a curious pick for the Grizzlies. With veteran big men Marc Gasol and Zach Randolph on the roster, some wondered what the Grizzlies saw in Martin.
A Man On A Mission
After battling through injuries in his rookie season, Martin came into his second season poised to make an impact.