Grizzlies are title contenders, Nuggets are not, and Nic Claxton's improvement

On today's TrueHoop Jarod Hector is back with David Thorpe and they discuss:

• The Memphis Grizzlies can win a title this year. What does David like and dislike about them?
• The Denver Nuggets have arguably the best player in the world but aren't serious title threats right now. Why?
• Nic Claxton has been the key to the Nets improved defense. What is David seeing?

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