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O.J. Mayo's not a lost cause at point guard

"O.J. Mayo ended his two-game point guard experiment with great disappointment.

However, he is not deterred.

The Grizzlies third-year player knew that he wouldn't make a seamless transition from the shooting guard position to running the point. But Mayo hoped for a more credible showing.

Mayo committed 15 total turnovers and handed out just six assists after volunteering to play in the Grizzlies' first two NBA Summer League games. The 6-4 scorer didn't have trouble putting the ball in the basket.

However, his ballhandling and decision making left a lot to be desired. Mayo's flirtation at the point left this impression: While he's not exactly a lost cause, Mayo needs more repetition and a better understanding of what's required from him in that role.

"There are certain nuances that you can tell somebody, but they have to go out on the floor and figure it out," said Griz assistant Damon Stoudamire, a former accomplished NBA point guard. "He has to slow down and see everything.""


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