Memphis Grizzlies Roundtable: 4 possible changes to the starting lineup
The starting lineup has been lackluster, but the Memphis Grizzlies’ bench has been a force. Does the starting 5 need to change?
The Memphis Grizzlies’ games this season have a recurring theme. The starters struggle out of the gate, essentially giving the opponent a head-start. Then, the bench will come in and take the game back.
The first six games (5-1) showed how good this team is — more so because of an elite bench. In fact, the Grizzlies’ bench is one of the best top units in the league:
Out of all lineups to play at least 70 minutes together, here are the most productive:
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However, the last eight games (2-6) shows that this team might need a lineup shakeup.
Coach Fizdale recently replaced Andrew Harrison with Dillon Brooks at shooting guard. It’s a good start, but there still needs to be another move or two.
What do you think should happen? Is the starting lineup just fine? Or are changes necessary?
See what our writers think: