76ers guard Grimes was interviewed for the first time since the offseason and was asked about his expectations for his role when the team's back line is crowded.

When asked about the need to share playing time with Maxey, McCain, and Edgecomb, Grimes said: "I think we just need to speed up the pace of the game. This is the key to the game now. Go all out to speed up the pace, take more shots, push the offensive and defensive speed, and continue to put pressure on the defensive end. I They have many guards who are good at attacking the basket, creating opportunities, making correct judgments and having excellent shooting ability. As long as they cooperate with each other and assist each other, everything will naturally fall into place."

Grimes did not reach a multi-year contract extension with the team during the offseason, and finally returned with a one-year qualifying offer of 8.7 million.