Memphis Grizzlies first-year guard Yuki Kawamura is quickly becoming an internet sensation in preseason, with his highlight-reel dimes lighting up the timeline.
Against the Indiana Pacers, he was at it again, finding Jay Huff with a spectacular no-look dime in the third quarter.
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He followed that up in the fourth quarter with another no-look dime. This time to a laser to Huff in the corner for three.
Another no-look from Yuki! https://t.co/1KH5MW2gLW pic.twitter.com/tAzWIIRBBi
— NBA (@NBA) October 15, 2024
His speed off the dribble and passing instincts have created plenty of highlights, none better than this no-look dime to Zach Edey against the Bulls.
Yuki Kawamura sneaks in a beautiful pass to Zach Edey for the stuff!
— NBA (@NBA) October 13, 2024
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📲 https://t.co/nMTIHmWRgv pic.twitter.com/vOSTUcrI7z
Kawamura has been a bright spark in preseason for the Grizzlies as he looks to fight his way onto the roster and while he stands just 5-foot-8, he's impressed with his energy and effort on the defensive side of the floor.
You can't control your height, but you can control your effort.
— Steph Noh (@StephNoh) October 8, 2024
5'8" guard Yuki Kawamura figuring out ways to not be a defensive liability — picking up full court, being impossible to screen, throwing a shoulder into centers. pic.twitter.com/0KhcjtsAU8
Kawamura signed an Exhibit 10 contract in the offseason after an impressive showing at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games with the Japanese National Team, averaging 20.3 points per game, headlined by a monster outing against eventual silver medalists France.
Against Victor Wembanyama and co, he put up 29 points, seven rebounds, and six assists., becoming just the third player in Olympic history to record more than 25+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 5+ assists in a single game.
