The Memphis Grizzlies‘ season has been a rollercoaster so far.
With an interesting mix of injuries, underwhelming players, breakout seasons, and a hiatus, the Grizzlies currently sit 10th in the Western Conference. As for underwhelming players, some key players like Ja Morant and Dillon Brooks have fit the bill. Both have taken a small step back shooting-wise and have struggled with injuries.
There have been a few Memphis Grizzlies players who have played well under-the-radar.
However, players like Jonas Valanciunas and Kyle Anderson have had great and, for Kyle at least, breakout seasons. Jonas has had a great season, having to take on more of the offensive load from last year, averaging 16 points and 11 rebounds per game. Anderson has taken a big step forward on his perimeter shooting, raising his 3-point percentage from 28% last season to 40% this season.
Even the rookies, Desmond Bane and Xavier Tillman Sr., have had impressive rookie campaigns. For neither being take within the first 29 picks, they have been a pleasant surprise and have produced immediately. Both freshmen have even been ranked in the latest NBA Kia Rookie Ladder.
The difference between the three most underrated players on the roster and these players just mentioned is that Valanciunas, Anderson, Bane, and Tillman have all been given credit by not just Grizzlies fans, but also many NBA fans.
So who are some players who have been a bright spot this season yet still don’t receive their fair share of recognition?