Averaged 21.9 points per game! Grimes: My performance can continue into the new season. The coach told me to feel free to shoot.

October 9th: 76ers guard Grimes was interviewed for the first time after the offseason. He was asked whether he could continue his performance of 22 points per game with the 76ers last season.

"(Last season's performance) I think it is mainly due to three aspects: the threat of holding the ball, the ability to catch and shoot, and the ability to create offense off the dribble," Grimes said. "I have initially demonstrated these characteristics when I was with the Mavericks. After coming to the 76ers, these characteristics have been more fully demonstrated due to the continuous control of the ball. I have continued to strengthen these skills throughout the summer, maintain my handle on the ball, and improve my decision-making ability after the pick-and-roll. Overall, I am sure that I can continue this state into the new season."

He also said that he has communicated with the coaching team about his role in the new season: "I have communicated with Coach Nurse and the assistant coaches. Yes, they clearly told me that I just need to focus on my own rhythm of the game and take action with confidence. I shoot decisively when I'm open, stay in attack mode, and make good decisions when I get on the floor. I'm going to be a winning contributor, make the right reads offensively, be whatever role the team needs. Whenever I need to show my ability as a two-way player, I can return to the two-way state that I am familiar with. The most important thing is to stay focused and continue to accumulate progress every day. "

Grimes played 28 games for the 76ers last season, averaging 21.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 1.5 steals per game.