Yuki Kawamura's Performance in Grizzlies' G League Game Goes Viral

Memphis Grizzlies point guard and Japanese star Yuki Kawamura showed out

Nov 10, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Yuki Kawamura (17) acknowledges fans after the Grizzlies defeated 134-89 in the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images / Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

The Memphis Grizzlies took a flyer on Yuki Kawamura in undrafted free agency this offseason, as the 5-foot-8 Japanese point guard quickly became a fan favorite.

Kawamura played in the 2024 Paris Olympics for the Japan National Team, making a name for himself as he averaged 20.3 points and 7.7 assists through three games. Memphis signed the 23-year-old guard to a two-way contract after Kawamura put on a show in the preseason, highlighted by a ten-point, seven-assist outing.

Kawamura has recently spent more time with the Grizzlies' G League affiliate, the Memphis Hustle. In Wednesday's matchup with the Oscealo Magic, Orlando's affiliate, Kawamura put on a show. In a commanding win, Kawamura dropped an impressive 15 points and 16 assists. The Japanese phenom has gone viral across social media with his absurd G League performance.

Via NBA G League: "Two-Way [Memphis Grizzlies] guard and Japanese star Yuki Kawamura was ELECTRIC for the [Memphis Hustle] on Wednesday afternoon, dropping an eye-popping 16 assists to go along with his 15 points in leading the way to a win at home over the Osceola Magic."

Two-Way @memgrizz guard and Japanese star Yuki Kawamura was ELECTRIC for the @MemphisHustle on Wednesday afternoon, dropping an eye-popping 16 assists to go along with his 15 points in leading the way to a win at home over the Osceola Magic. pic.twitter.com/gyH4gcp6WL

— NBA G League (@nbagleague) November 20, 2024

The three-minute-long highlight video from Wednesday's win showcases Kawamura's insane passing ability, as the clip posted by the NBA G League X account has received over 300,000 views and 1,000 reposts.

While Kawamura's height certainly limits him from getting significant opportunities for the Grizzlies, the 5-foot-8 point guard has shown he is more than capable of hanging with the big guys.

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