Yuki Kawamura makes Memphis Grizzlies roster as shortest active NBA player

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Yuki Kawamura has made the Memphis Grizzlies roster for the 2024-25 NBA season after signing a two-way contract just six weeks ago. At 5'8", he is the shortest active player in the league. Kawamura previously played for the Yokohama B-Corsairs in Japan, where he was named B.League MVP for the 2022-23 season. He averaged 19.1 points and 8.1 assists per game. During the preseason, Kawamura played in all five games, averaging 3.4 points and 4.2 assists. He is expected to spend most of the season with the Grizzlies' G League affiliate but can be called up as needed.


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