Memphis Grizzlies: Hustle Are Led By Three Stars
By Chris Kern
The Memphis Hustle have a very talented team. Their big three have been playing well and could be a part of the Memphis Grizzlies future.
The Memphis Hustle have been very inconsistent to start the season. After losing their first two games they have won four of five to get to their current record of 4-3.
They’ve been led by their big three but they’ve had some key contributions from some other guys as well.
Dusty Hannahs has had his moments on the offensive side of the ball. He has been a bit inconsistent but he has the ability to hit shots which he did when he scored 17 points in a loss to Sioux Falls.
Kyle Casey is another guy who has chipped in a little bit on both ends of the floor. He has averaged 9.3 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.
Markel Crawford is a guy who was impressive in the summer league as well as during the preseason. He is currently averaging 11.9 points per game.
His best game of the season was against the Windy City Bulls. He finished that game with 21 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals. He shot 8-15 from the field while making two three-pointers.
Doral Moore was a late training camp pickup who has played pretty well for the Hustle. He has averaged 6.7 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. His best performance was a 10 point, 11 rebound double-double against Fort Wayne.
A guy who has disappointed a little bit is DJ Stephens. He’s an older guy who is on a two-way contract so he doesn’t necessarily need to show a lot but you’d like to see him get a bit more opportunity.
All of these guys have made plays but they have been led by the main guys. The Grizzlies don’t need them at the NBA level yet but they will be ready whenever the time comes.