Jordan Adams will begin the season in a reserve role, 92.9 ESPN in Memphis reports.

Adams will begin the season in a reserve role, 92.9 ESPN in Memphis reports.

Analysis:

Coach Dave Joerger expressed optimism regarding the improvements made by Adams and fellow rookie Jarnell Stokes, but indicated that for them, right now practices are games, and that their respective roles are to continue improving and pushing their teammates during practices. After an impressive summer league showing, he has struggled with his shot in the preseason, and while it's possible Adams will eventually earn a regular spot in the rotation this season, it appears that won't be happening right away barring a Grizzlies trade or an injury to one of the veteran shooting guards ahead of him on the depth chart.