Jerami Grant · Jerami Grant was determined to score no matter how many Charlotte Hornets defenders stood in his way. The veteran Portland Trail Blazers forward blew by P.J. Washington on the perimeter before displaying impressive flexibility as he twisted his way around Mason Plumlee for an acrobatic reverse layup. Grant shot 12 for 19 for a game-high 32 points to go with 10 rebounds, five assists, two blocks and four 3-pointers in Portland’s 124-113 victory on December 26, 2022. The ninth-year pro averaged 20.5 points per game across 63 contests for Portland in 2022-23 — the second time in three seasons he eclipsed 20 a night while shooting a career-best 40.1 percent from downtown. · State of Mint · State of Mint