Memphis Grizzlies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Where Grizzlies draft targets rank among all prospects in past decade

The Memphis Grizzlies are guaranteed to draft one of the 20 best prospects since 2015, according to The Athletic's Sam Vecenie. BYU F AJ Dybantsa (No. 6), Duke F Cameron Boozer (No.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

ESPN’s ranking of the Grizzlies is shortsighted

With the NBA season officially coming to an end, ESPN dropped its annual Post-Finals Power Rankings. ESPN projected where all 30 teams rank heading into next season and how their futures look going forward.

Jaylen Brown News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 15

How the Memphis Grizzlies could go 'all-in' for Jaylen Brown

Now that the NBA Finals have concluded, the offseason is officially underway. And the first major move may be a doozy. Reports have suggested that Giannis Antetokounmpo may soon be a member of the Miami Heat or Boston Celtics.

Memphis Grizzlies News / The Lead / June 13

Memphis Grizzlies 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies chose to take a step back this season in the hopes of taking two steps forward. They traded away Jaren Jackson Jr. for some salary filler and future assets, and they’ve been fielding trade offers for Ja Morant.

Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

The '30-point, 20-rebound playoff games' quiz

The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NBA Finals-winning coaches' quiz

Zach Kleiman News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 12

Top 5 Memphis Grizzlies draft trade-up targets

ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel reported Monday that Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman is trying to package pick No. 16 with other assets to move up in the draft. This should not come as a surprise due to three things: Kleiman's history of trading up, the Grizzlies surplus of picks, and the depth of this year's draft class.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 12

Mind-blowing stadium plans will keep Grizzlies in downtown Memphis to chagrin of NBA stars

Earlier this year, there were reports that many NBA stars hated Memphis and wished the Grizzlies would relocate to Nashville. That prompted some discussion about the Grizzlies’ arena plans and whether they would stay in downtown Memphis.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Pro Sports / June 12

Major Update on Grizzlies’ Long-Term Future in Memphis Should End Relocation Speculation

Memphis Grizzlies fans can rejoice. For they can happily return to the Ja Morant trade rumors. Recently, people have speculated about the Grizzlies relocating.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 11

The draft prospect who can become the face of the Grizzlies

The Grizzlies are looking to officially turn the page on the Ja Morant era this offseason. With Morant widely expected to be traded, and Memphis having the No.

Ja Morant News / Larry Brown Sports / June 9

1 prominent suitor is out of the race for Ja Morant

Ja Morant’s list of potential destinations appears to be dwindling again. The Phoenix Suns will not be entertaining the possibility of trading for the Memphis Grizzlies star Morant this summer, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported on Tuesday.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Draft Nation / June 9

2026 NBA Draft Needs: Memphis Grizzlies

On December 21, 2022, Grizzlies franchise star Ja Morant was interviewed by Malika Andrews and, in response to being asked which teams were a concern for a playoff run, said, “the Celtics… I’m fine in the West.” Morant is the only member of that core 2022 group left, and the Grizzlies haven’t made it past the second round.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / June 9

Ja Morant trade market remains limited as Grizzlies weigh options

The Grizzlies may be open to moving star guard Ja Morant, but finding a suitable trade partner could prove easier said than done. According to a recent league-wide trade roundup from Heavy Sports, Morant remains one of the most fascinating names to watch this offseason.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 8

NBA Rumors: Phoenix Suns And Others Named Landing Spots for Ja Morant

The Memphis Grizzlies are nearing the end of the Ja Morant era as they began to explore trades for their franchise icon back in January, but they never pulled the trigger.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 8

Grizzlies rumors: No. 16 pick trade-up possibilities to be explored for potential Ja Morant replacement

The Memphis Grizzlies made some moves throughout this past year to set themselves up for a rebuild heading into the future, and they’re still not done.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 8

Who is the One Player Who Needs to Improve the Most for the Memphis Grizzlies?

Tuomas Iisalo and Zach Kleiman are conducting a full rebuild in Memphis and they have a solid young core to start with. Zach Edey, Cedric Coward, and Jaylen Wells lead the way while Memphis has 3 picks within the top 32 of this years NBA Draft.

Ja Morant News / Stadium Rant / June 7

Morant Era In Memphis Nearing Its End? Four Teams Eye Blockbuster Trade For Grizzlies Star

The Ja Morant Memphis Grizzlies era could be coming to an end. The Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat, Sacramento Kings, and Orlando Magic are emerging as the top teams looking into a potential deal.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 6

The one player the Memphis Grizzlies should avoid at #16

With the NBA draft being two weeks away, the story that is dominating the headlines is who the Memphis Grizzlies should select with the third overall pick.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 6

Memphis Grizzlies 2026 NBA Draft: What Kind of Players Can They Land with Two First-Round Picks?

In this draft, Zach Kleiman and the Memphis Grizzlies hold two massive first-round assets, the high-lottery No. 3 overall pick and the No. 16 overall pick (via Phoenix/Orlando).

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 6

2nd Round Sleepers the Memphis Grizzlies could Steal in 2026 NBA Draft

One idea to finding value late in the NBA Draft is that first-round level talents who slip into the 30s can be roughly just as capable as players drafted ahead of them, especially those in the 20s.

Ja Morant News / Total Pro Sports / June 5

Report: Growing Belief Around the League Suggests Ja Morant’s Future in Memphis Could be in Serious Doubt

From what one of the top NBA analysts has mentioned, Ja Morant’s future with the Memphis Grizzlies may finally be nearing an end. The player who has equally

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3

Sources: What Grizzlies should expect for Ja Morant, other veterans on trade block

The Memphis Grizzlies are in a fascinating position this offseason. After trading Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. within the last year, they hold the third, 16th, and 32nd picks in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1

Insiders compare Grizzlies’ Cameron Boozer-Caleb Wilson decision to 2022 draft

The basketball gods shined on the Memphis Grizzlies during the 2026 NBA Draft lottery as they jumped up to the No. 3 overall pick after having the sixth best odds at moving up.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28

Report reveals why Grizzlies were only team to vote against tanking rules

On Thursday, the NBA Board of Governors passed new anti-tanking rules and draft lottery changes that will go into effect beginning in 2027. The changes included flattened odds, a relegation zone including penalties for the top-three teams, and the lottery moving to 16 teams.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 28

Grizzlies opposed NBA lottery changes because of Jazz pick

Turns out the Memphis Grizzlies had a very specific reason for casting the lone dissenting vote against the NBA’s new anti-tanking lottery system. According

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA Draft on SI / May 27

Assessing the Grizzlies' Biggest Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft

The Memphis Grizzlies were one of the NBA's most exciting teams not too long ago. Three years ago, they were the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference for the second straight season, and it appeared that they were knocking on the door of title contention.