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Jaylen Wells · Jaylen Wells capped an extraordinary rookie campaign by earning finalist status for the Rookie of the Year award alongside Stephon Castle and Zaccharie Risacher. The second-round pick started 74 games for Memphis and became a key contributor while taking on the challenging role of guarding opposing teams' best perimeter players. His rapid ascension from draft day afterthought to playoff contributor represents one of the season's most inspiring stories. Wells averaged 10.4 points while maintaining steady three-point shooting for a Grizzlies team that reached the play-in tournament. The Sacramento native's defensive prowess and basketball IQ made him an immediate contributor in Memphis's rotation, proving that talent and work ethic can overcome draft position. His Rookie of the Year finalist recognition celebrates not just his on-court production, but his embodiment of the underdog spirit that defines great basketball stories. · State of Mint · State of Mint