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Five reasons why Troy Daniels should compete in the 3-point contest

By Jerrod Smith

Dec 29, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Troy Daniels (30) celebrates after making a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Oklahoma City 114-80. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 29, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Troy Daniels (30) celebrates after making a three point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum. Memphis defeated Oklahoma City 114-80. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 3, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Troy Daniels (30) shoots between Los Angeles Lakers center Timofey Mozgov (20) and guard Jose Calderon (5) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Troy Daniels (30) shoots between Los Angeles Lakers center Timofey Mozgov (20) and guard Jose Calderon (5) during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Making a case for a bigger role

This could be an opportunity for him to receive a larger role in the rotation with the Grizzlies. Daniels has been a key player in wins over powerhouses like the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets.

In the 24-point comeback win against the Golden State Warriors, he drained a clutch three to put up the Grizzlies 122-116 with a little less than 2 minutes left.

He also hit the dagger to put the Houston Rockets out of reach in the 16-point comeback win on January 13th.

Before the knee sprain, David Fizdale noted Daniels would have a more significant role in the rotation. If he competes in the contest and makes some noise, he’d make a legitimate case for even more playing time in the Grizzlies’ rotation.

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