Memphis Grizzlies seek improvement from Cedric Coward's three-point shooting

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Memphis Grizzlies seek improvement from Cedric Coward's three-point shooting
Summary

Cedric Coward is currently shooting 28.6% from three-point range during the Salt Lake City Summer League. The Memphis Grizzlies are counting on Coward to enhance his shooting as they look to develop their young core around projected franchise player Cameron Boozer. Coward's three-point shooting has been a concern since his rookie season, where he hit 33.8% of his attempts. While Coward's defensive skills and midrange shot creation are valued, improved three-point shooting is crucial for his role alongside Boozer. The Grizzlies are hopeful Coward can step up in this area to support their offensive structure moving forward.

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  • •Coward is 6-of-21 from three in Salt Lake City.
  • •Coward's shooting concerns persisted from his rookie season.
  • •Memphis focuses on developing a young core including Boozer.
  • •Coward needs to improve to fulfill a potential second option role.
  • •Grizzlies emphasize the importance of three-point shooting in their strategy.
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  • 4:16 AMYahoo Sports — Memphis Grizzlies Need Cedric Coward to Find His Three-Point Shot
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Cedric Coward is shooting 28.6% from three in Salt Lake City, extending a rookie-year trend. Here's why the Grizzlies need him to fix it to be Cameron Boozer's second option.

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