A rough or gravelly feel isn't normal, and usually indicates some dirt or rust contamination and/or wear. If this is a typical cartridge style BB, your options for service are limited. You might want o take a look and see if it's at all serviceable, otherwise since it shows no play, go ahead and use it until it dies.
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