NBA, Jaylen Wells and Sonoma State

How Memphis Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells got his defensive skills that frustrate NBA stars
Jaylen Wells was not expected to have a major role in the Memphis Grizzlies' rotation this season. Circumstances and his skills have changed all that.
'The reason I'm here': NBA star Jaylen Wells talks about push to save Sonoma State's athletics dept.
"The reason I'm here today is because of Sonoma State." Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells is working with his former Sonoma State coach, figuring out what they can do next to help save the university's athletic program.
Memphis Grizzlies' Jaylen Wells addresses alma mater Sonoma State cutting athletic department
Memphis Grizzlies guard Jaylen Wells played two seasons at Sonoma State, a Division II school that gave him the start to his basketball career.
NBA star Jaylen Wells joins fight to save Sonoma State athletics
The fight to save sports at Sonoma State University is getting some star power from the NBA. Sonoma State alum and Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells is raising awareness about the athletics program getting axed amid a $24 million budget deficit.
‘It sucks’: Ex-Sonoma State star in NBA speaks out on school cutting athletics
When he took the floor for the first time this season, Memphis Grizzlies rookie Jaylen Wells became the first Sonoma State Seawolf to play in the NBA. In a cruel twist of irony, the university announced in the midst of Wells’ breakout debut season that it was cutting athletics.
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Sonoma State University helped catapult Jaylen Wells into the NBA. Now he wants to help save its sports programs
Wells shared social media posts this week with the hashtag #SaveSeawolvesAthletics, bringing a response from teammate Ja ...
Kia Rookie Ladder: Stephon Castle, Jaylen Wells take hold of Top 2 spots
Eight of the 10 players on this week’s Ladder were chosen to compete in the Castrol Rising Stars event at All-Star Weekend.
Memphis Grizzlies' Zach Edey, Jaylen Wells picked for NBA Rising Stars game in All-Star Weekend
Memphis Grizzlies rookies Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells will be at All-Star Weekend in San Francisco as part of the Rising Stars ...
Edey, Wells react to NBA Rising Stars honor
Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells have been two of the best rookies in the NBA this season. They'll represent the Grizzlies at NBA ...
Zach Edey and Jaylen Wells named to 2025 Castrol NBA Rising Stars
The NBA today announced that Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey and wing Jaylen Wells were selected to play in the 2025 ...
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Grizzlies Must Double Down On Jaylen Wells Decision To Flourish
The Memphis Grizzlies sit third in the Western Conference with a 31-16 record. They are on pace to win 52 games, securing ...
Grizzlies' Taylor Jenkins shares eye-opening take on Jaylen Wells' two-way impact
Taylor Jenkins was not surprised that Grizzlies rookie Jaylen Wells is stealing offensive moves with every defensive ...
Grizzlies Zach Edey, Jaylen Wells named to NBA Rising Stars game
The two rookies have jockeyed to be the Rookie of the Year and may find themselves playing against the All-Stars during NBA ...