Starts, plays 20 minutes in loss Clarke accumulated nine points (3-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 20 minutes during Friday's 112-85 loss to the Mavericks. Impact Despite Steven Adams returning from COVID-19 protocols, the Grizzlies opted to start Clarke and Jaren Jackson up front, but Clarke ultimately saw only 20 minutes of action in a game that got out of hand after a big third quarter by the Mavs. After falling out of favor last season, Clarke has worked his way back into a consistent role, and he's averaged 14.0 points, 7.2 boards, 1.4 assists and 1.7 block over his last nine contests. Adams' return isn't a great sign for Clarke, but it's worth noting that he was still routinely seeing 20-plus minutes off the bench before the big men entered protocols.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
