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Utah Jazz: Five reasons No. 21 pick Grayson Allen will succeed

It’s official — Grayson Allen is the newest member of the Utah Jazz. And while he may not have been the most hyped or most physically gifted player in the 2018 NBA Draft class, he was certainly one of the most well-known.

After all, he helped the Duke Blue Devils capture the NCAA title in 2015 and wrapped up his college career last spring as one of the best players in the national hoops powerhouse’s illustrious history.

However, part of Allen’s notoriety comes because of some regrettable on-court antics. Specifically, multiple instances of intentionally tripping opposing players and instigating unnecessary conflict during games.