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Jaylen Wells · Selected 39th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, Jaylen Wells didn’t wait long to make his presence felt. Slotted into the starting lineup by opening week, the Memphis rookie went on to start 74 games, seventh-most ever by a second-round pick in their first year. Wells earned his role by consistently hitting open shots, moving well without the ball, and defending his position with discipline. He averaged 10.4 points and 3.4 rebounds on efficient splits, contributing to a young Memphis core that battled through the season with resilience. The numbers told one story. The tape told another. For a player overlooked by most front offices, Wells showed he wasn’t just NBA-ready, he was NBA-reliable. One year in, Memphis found a second-round gem. · State of Mint