Kenneth Lofton Jr. became an instant fan favorite when playing for the Memphis Grizzlies during the 2022-2023 NBA season. In his first career start, Lofton put up amazing numbers against the Oklahoma City Thunder, putting up 42 points, 14 rebounds, and 1 steal on 68% shooting from the field.

After being a member of the Grizzlies, Lofton briefly joined the Philadelphia 76ers, Utah Jazz and Chicago Bulls. Lofton ultimately failed to find his place in the NBA and became a member of the Shanghai Sharks in China. Since then, Lofton’s first game as Shark has gone viral online gathering over 2.6 million views on X and over 37,000 likes. Fans have had a lot to say since her performance hit the internet.

Via @Chozenboii: “With how many injuries the Grizzlies have, they should have kept him as a man.”

Via @Stats_N_Facts: “Charles Barkley with a jump shot, but couldn’t become a consistent rotational player in the modern NBA. That says how much more talented and how much more competitive the league has become in 30 years.”

Lofton finished the game with 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Sharks, but it’s clear some fans want him back in the NBA. It’s hard to see why the 2023 NBA G League Player of the Year can’t find a rotational spot in the NBA.

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