Yuki Kawamura Has Message for Ja Morant After Leaving Grizzlies

Following a first-round playoff sweep by the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder, the Memphis Grizzlies made significant offseason changes, including trading Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Cole Anthony (who was later bought out). Among other players leaving Memphis was guard Yuki Kawamura.

After appearing in 22 games for Memphis last season, the Japanese guard signed a summer league contract with the Chicago Bulls. Kawamura recently spoke about his time with the Grizzlies, expressing that he misses Memphis and its people, stating he wanted to play there again this year but acknowledged "it is what it is."

Kawamura also shared a message for his former teammate, Ja Morant. He admitted he already misses Morant, calling him "such a great guy" and his "big brother."

Despite limited playing time as an undrafted player on a two-way deal, Kawamura made an impact and became a fan favorite in Memphis.

Now with the Bulls, the 5-foot-8 guard aims to make a similar impact in Chicago and secure a larger role in the NBA. While showing flashes of potential in his career, he hasn't had much opportunity in the league so far, and he hopes that will change with the Bulls.