Xavier Tillman Sr.: Grizzlies love their city because it has ‘real ones’
Xavier Tillman Sr. said it’s not the national attention that is the most fun. It’s the players’ bond that has grown since the beginning of the season.
Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.
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Xavier Tillman Sr. said it’s not the national attention that is the most fun. It’s the players’ bond that has grown since the beginning of the season.
Ja Morant is the first player this season to earn the honor in consecutive weeks.
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Fan votes will account for 50% in determining the game’s starters, while voting from the media and fellow players will make up 25% each.
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