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Grizzlies rumors: 1 potential Ja Morant replacement with draft trade up if he falls

The Memphis Grizzlies have a chance at two key players in the first round of the draft, as they look to restart their franchise. Ja Morant is still on the roster, but there is a good chance he’ll be traded this offseason, which means they could draft his replacement with one of the picks.

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Why the Memphis Grizzlies Should Take Chris Cenac Jr. in 2026 NBA Draft

The Memphis Grizzlies enter draft night with incredible ammo to work with, starting off the festivities with the 3rd overall pick and the 16th pick to boot.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 17

Darryn Peterson may be the right fit for the Grizzlies

With the NBA Draft a week away, rumors and speculation among players and teams alike are at an all-time high. The biggest storyline currently is how the top four picks will shape out.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 15

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.

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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.

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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 / 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.

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.

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.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 10

The Grizzlies player primed to take the biggest leap in 2026-27

The Memphis Grizzlies have a nice stable of youngsters with high potential. They’ll need most of them to hit, considering how much has been invested already

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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 / 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 / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 9

How the Memphis Grizzlies can trade up to maximize the 2026 NBA Draft

The 2026 NBA Draft will be here before we know it. And the Memphis Grizzlies are sitting pretty at #3 overall, ready to select a talent that will likely be the face of their franchise the next decade or so.

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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.

Memphis Grizzlies 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.

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.

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 / 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.