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OCTOBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

On bench Saturday Small is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Hawks.

Impact Small won't be part of the starting unit since the Grizzlies will be shaking things up in their lineup once again. The two-way rookie floor general will aim to make an impact off the bench in this one.

OCTOBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active and starting Small (personal) is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Boston.

Impact Small missed Monday's preseason opener for personal reasons, but he's rejoined the team and will start Wednesday's contest. The two-way rookie point guard will have a tough path to regular-season minutes due to the logjam Memphis has at the position, but he'll have a chance to show his mettle Wednesday.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out of action Monday Small (personal) is out for Monday's preseason opener against the Pistons, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

Impact Small is away from the team for personal reasons Monday, but he's expected to rejoin the squad for Wednesday's matchup with Boston. With Ja Morant (ankle) out of the fold, Scotty Pippen and Cam Spencer have an opportunity to make a case for more playing time.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The surprising rookie who could ignite the Grizzlies' season Rookie Javon Small has the skills to be a valuable asset to the Memphis Grizzlies this season.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Dishes nine assists in SL win Small recorded 17 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine assists, four rebounds and a steal in 22 minutes during Sunday's 105-82 Summer League win over the Clippers.

Impact Small put together another strong outing at Summer League on Sunday, posting a game-high in assists and adding 17 points. The No. 48 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft played well in limited action during Summer League, averaging 17.0 points, 7.0 assists and 4.5 rebounds in 23.5 minutes per game across two appearances.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Paces Memphis in SL loss Small contributed 17 points (5-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds and five assists over 25 minutes in Thursday's 92-88 Summer League loss to the Hawks.

Impact Small led the Grizzlies in scoring Thursday but came up short of securing the win. The No. 48 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft is coming off an impressive senior season at West Virginia, where he posted 18.6 points, 5.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game across 32 appearances.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Thursday Small is available and starting Thursday's Summer League game against the Hawks.

Impact Small is set to make his first Summer League appearance since the July 5 win over the Thunder. The 2025 second-rounder handed out six assists in 18 minutes off the bench his last time out, and he should play a relatively significant role in the Grizzlies' backcourt Thursday.

JULY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Friday Small didn't play in Friday's 92-78 Summer League loss to the Celtics due to a coach's decision.

Impact Small sat out the club's loss to Philadelphia on Tuesday, though he was seemingly available to suit up Friday. The 22-year-old's next chance to play will come in the second game of Memphis' back-to-back set Saturday against the Trail Blazers.

JULY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs two-way deal Small (rest) signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Grizzlies on Friday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Small, the No. 48 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, figures to spend the majority of his time with the Memphis Hustle early on in his career. At West Virginia, Small was a standout for the team and averaged 18.6 points, 5.6 assist, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.5 steals.

JULY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Official: Grizzlies sign No. 48 overall pick Javon Small to two-way contract Javon Small was an All-Big 12 first-team selection last season, averaging a career-high 18.6 points, 5.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 1.5 steal...

JULY 10, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Sitting out Tuesday Small (rest) won't play in Tuesday's Summer League game against the 76ers, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.

Impact Small will sit out the second night of the team's back-to-back set. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Boston.

JULY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE