Santi Aldama · Selfless enough to pass the torch of his once-patented reverse jam to a similarly-versatile teammate along the Memphis Grizzlies’ bench, Santi Aldama, it would appear, has moved on to perhaps bigger and better jams in 2024-25. Among the first to leak out in transition after Jordan Poole’s misfired layup leads to a scrambled rebound fray, Aldama finds himself a skip pass away from having the world in his palms, with only Bilal Coulibaly in pursuit. Suddenly in need of a bit of air, Memphis’ fourth-year big ascends into a mini-windmill flush, bringing FedEx Forum to its feet and providing a six-point opening-quarter lead at once. Aldama’s bounce allowed for a bit of everything on November 8, 2024, as he tallied 12 points, five rebounds, four assists, one steal, and a game-high +24 plus-minus. Following his example, the highflying Grizzlies were able to outhang the Washington Wizards for a 24-point win, moving to 6-4 on the season. · State of Mint · State of Mint
