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Cedric Coward Cleared for Camp, Aims to Roar

9/21/2025

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Rookie forward Cedric Coward is fully cleared for basketball activities after recovering from a shoulder injury.
Drafted 11th overall, he missed the NBA Summer League but is eager for training camp, likening it to “letting the wolves out.”
In his final college season, Coward averaged 17.7 points and 7.0 rebounds.
The Grizzlies hope to enhance their performance with Coward joining stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Memphis starts preseason games on October 6 against the Detroit Pistons.

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Story summary

Rookie forward Cedric Coward is fully cleared for basketball activities after recovering from a shoulder injury.
Drafted 11th overall, he missed the NBA Summer League but is eager for training camp, likening it to “letting the wolves out.”
In his final college season, Coward averaged 17.7 points and 7.0 rebounds.
The Grizzlies hope to enhance their performance with Coward joining stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Memphis starts preseason games on October 6 against the Detroit Pistons.