Memphis Grizzlies: 4 Key Players That Are Vital for Wing Depth

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SALT LAKE CITY, UT – OCTOBER 22: Shelvin Mack #6 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives around Dante Exum #11 of the Utah Jazz in the first half of a NBA game at Vivint Smart Home Arena on October 22, 2018 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gene Sweeney Jr./Getty Images) /

Shelvin Mack

Shelvin Mack has had a good start through the first seven games. He has averaged 10.3 points and 3.9 assists in 25.8 minutes per game.

After a bad season-opener in Indiana, he has played much better the past four games. You cannot hold anything against him for that game as the whole team struggled that night.

Mack had a stretch in the first Utah game where he hit a few big shots that were key for Memphis. He had a season-high 12 points that night. That included hitting both of his three-point attempts.

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He also played a big role in their home win over the Washington Wizards. His playmaking alongside Mike Conley was key as he finished with 14 points and eight assists.

Mack also played a key role in the Memphis Grizzlies’ second game in Utah, which also ended in a Grizz win. He ended that game with 19 points, six rebounds, and three assists.

His back-to-back three-pointers late in that third quarter were huge for this team. It helped them get to the fourth quarter with a five-point lead.

Shelvin Mack’s role could continue to change day-to-day basis. On some nights, Memphis will need him in the game more than others. Either way, Mack is going be a key piece of this team going forward. They need his assertiveness.

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