Taylor Jenkins, Memphis Grizzlies Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
The Memphis Grizzlies had a surprisingly strong season in 2021. They won more games than expected and earned the 8th seed in the Western Conference NBA Playoffs, something that virtually nobody expected them to do without Jaren Jackson Jr., their second-best player.
That said, Taylor Jenkins and his team left Grizzlies fans with much to desire as we approach next year.
While Memphis was extremely impressive in some categories, including steals, assists, and oddly enough, floaters, the Grizzlies struggled in some key areas of the game.