Kawamura learns slang from Morant while playing professionally
Grizzlies rookie Yuki Kawamura, who joined the team from Japan, has been learning basketball and English from teammate Ja Morant. Kawamura described Morant as a big brother figure, sharing that he has picked up some slang phrases. Kawamura mentioned a specific phrase he learned, which is considered informal language. He has played 20 games this season, averaging 3.2 minutes and 1.2 points per game with the Grizzlies. In the G League, Kawamura is performing better, averaging 12.4 points and 8.6 assists per game. His height of 5-8 has not hindered his progress in professional basketball.