The Memphis Grizzlies (9-23) lost to the 2008 NBA Champions Boston Celtics (28-3), 96 to 100. Navarro scored 20 points (7-9 from the floor, 3-3 from 3-pt range and 3-4 from the free throw line), grabbed two rebounds and dished-out two assists in JUST 17 minutes. The final quarter was terrific for "La Bomba", he scored 13 of 26 Grizzlies fourth-quarter points, and made two assists.
In my opinion, Navarro only needs more minutes and a little bit more confidence to show what he can do, and believe me, it's more than 10 points-per-game and two assists.
By the way, Mike Conley made his first NBA starts in the last two games, replacing Damon Stoudamire (a 13-year veteran who is seeking a trade or contract buy out). Conley's stats look very good, he leads all rookies in assists (4.1 per game in 20 minutes per game) but he hasn't played in enough contests to qualify. His maturity and poise are already impressive attributes to go along with his speed and court vision. We will see.
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