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NBA News / EssentiallySports / June 21
Anthony Edwards and Ja Morant Dream Team-Up Threatened by Conference Rivals
The Memphis Grizzlies’ fresh start and the dream pairing of two of the NBA’s most explosive, high-flying young superstars is under imminent threat from Western Conference rivals.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21
Front-runner emerges to trade for Ja Morant
Morant, the 26-year-old former All-Star, is expected to be sent packing by the Grizzlies this summer.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 20
What it means that Kentavious Caldwell-Pope exercised his option
Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will exercise his $21.6 million player option for the 2026-27 season, per ESPN's Shams Charania. Potentially more significant news is that Caldwell-Pope reportedly made the decision to opt in nine days before the June 29 deadline to do so.
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
How many of the players to win the NBA's assist title since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 season can you name in five minutes?
Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 20
Where things stand on Grizzlies, Ja Morant trade talks
The Athletic's Sam Amick dropped two pieces of information on Thursday and Friday on Ja Morant, saying Memphis is "hopeful that Morant will be some team's plan B", and giving a guess on where he could ultimately end up.
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.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope makes decision on Grizzlies future
Memphis Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has exercised his $21.6 million player option for the 2026-27 season, reports ESPN. The decision keeps the veteran with the franchise for one more year as the final season of the three-year, $66 million contract he originally signed with the Orlando Magic.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Field Level Media / June 20
Report: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope exercising option to stay in Memphis
After missing out on nearly half of last season, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope reportedly is giving it another go in Memphis. The two-time NBA champion swingman will exercise his $21.6 million player option for next season and remain with the Grizzlies, ESPN reported Friday.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News / Hoops Rumors / June 19
Grizzlies’ Caldwell-Pope Exercising 2026/27 Player Option
Veteran Grizzlies guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is exercising player option for next season, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (via Twitter). Caldwell-Pope will earn $21.6MM in 2026/27.
Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19
Grizzlies’ Ja Morant shares inspiring message on social media amid trade rumors
The 2026 NBA Draft is just days away, and rumors are that the Memphis Grizzlies may trade Ja Morant at some point soon. With the rumblings seemingly getting louder with each passing day, the seven-year veteran shared an inspirational, but cryptic message on social media.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 19
What it could cost to get the #3 pick from the Memphis Grizzlies
It can be argued pretty easily that the Memphis Grizzlies are in the best spot in the 2026 NBA Draft. Yes, #3 is two slots lower than #1, thanks Captain Obvious.
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.
NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 19
Assessing roster fit for three Grizzlies options with the No. 3 pick
The Memphis Grizzlies are guaranteed to get one of the best NBA Draft prospects in the last decade with the No. 3 overall pick on June 23. The question is, will it be Duke F Cameron Boozer, Kansas G Darryn Peterson, or North Carolina F Caleb Wilson?
Kobe Bryant News / EssentiallySports / June 19
'A Two-Year Deal They Was Throwing': Grizzlies Icon Tony Allen Rejected Lakers Deal Despite Kobe Bryant’s Personal Text
Kobe Bryant would often recruit teammates who had already proven they wouldn’t back down from him. Memphis Grizzlies legend Tony Allen was one of them.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 18
The best realistic Memphis Grizzlies 1st round pairings out of the 2026 NBA Draft
Peas and carrots. Rock and roll. Peanut butter and jelly. Pulled pork and BBQ sauce. There are countless pairings throughout our lives that make existing on this planet more enjoyable.
Ja Morant News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 17
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.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 17
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 16
Why the Grizzlies should take Caleb Wilson with the 3rd pick in NBA Draft
The Grizzlies have the 3rd pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. They have plenty of talented options projected to be available at #3, follow along with the the On SI team’s Snapshot Scouting Report series breaking down potential targets here.
NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 16
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brandon Clarke News / Yardbarker / May 12
Clip of Brandon Clarke's community work resurfaces after death of Grizzlies forward
The Memphis Grizzlies confirmed Tuesday that forward Brandon Clarke has died. He was 29.
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