Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins wants his team to be a top defense, and he's challenging his best offensive players to bring the intensity.

Morant’s tripart bid to battle the likes of Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards, Oklahoma City’s Shai-Gilgeous Alexander, New York’s Jalen Brunson and Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton, varyingly, for titles such as Most Exciting Player, Best Young American Player and Best True Point Guard are compelling and meaningful subplots.

The Memphis Grizzlies are coming off a challenging season, finishing with a 27-55 record and landing 13th in the Western Conference. Their star player, Ja Morant, gave his all to push the Grizzlies into playoff contention.

Ja Morant joined the Memphis Grizzlies in the first day of preseason camp, and there were multiple differences from last season.