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NBA Star Defends Memphis Grizzlies After Unexpected Trade

The Memphis Grizzlies shocked the NBA world on Sunday by trading away star guard Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks, and a pick swap.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

Will Grizzlies enter Kevin Durant trade hunt after Desmond Bane deal?

After the Memphis Grizzlies traded Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic, many are wondering what will be next for the franchise. They were able to get a nice haul in return for Bane, and there are a lot of things that they can do with those assets.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

How Jaren Jackson Jr. lost his chance at becoming highest paid player in NBA history

When the All-NBA teams were announced for the 2024-25 season, nobody was more eager to see the results than Memphis Grizzlies center Jaren Jackson Jr. Unfortunately, he came 13 total points short and finished 17th in voting, causing him to miss out on potentially signing the biggest contract in NBA history.

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Grizzlies center Zach Edey cited for driving 101 mph, faces reckless driving charge in Indiana · CBSSports.com

Grizzlies' Edey faces reckless driving charge · ESPN

Desmond Bane says Magic's practice facility is major upgrade over Grizzlies' 'dungeon' · CBSSports.com

Memphis Grizzlies News / The SportsRush / June 19

'Great Place to Call Home': Responding to Stephen A. Smith, Desmond Bane Defends Living in Memphis Amid 'False' Claims

The back-and-forth between Stephen A. Smith and Ja Morant over Memphis sparked serious conversation about the city’s image in NBA circles. It started when Smith claimed on First Take that some NBA stars, like Jimmy Butler, had told him they didn’t feel safe in Memphis.

Zach Edey News / Athlon Sports / June 19

NBA Rising Star Facing Misdemeanor Charge After Run-In With Police

NBA players get a lot of free time in their hands during the offseason. For most, it's an opportunity to go back home and spend some time with family and friends before the grind of the new seasons begins. This appears to have been the case for Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey, who spent time in Laffayette in Indiana.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 19

Ex-Grizzlies star Desmond Bane rejects claims that Memphis is ‘unsafe’

Desmond Bane may be headed to Orlando, but he’s not letting anyone disrespect the city that made him a star. The former Memphis Grizzlies ace recently appeared on the Young Man and the Three podcast, where he addressed lingering concerns about the city being unsafe.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / June 18

Zach Edey facing charge of reckless driving for going 101 mph

Zach Edey has not been having a fun last couple of months.

Stephen A. Smith offers crazy take on why players don’t want to play for Grizzlies

Ja Morant has strong response to Stephen A. Smith's comments about Memphis

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Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 18

Stephen A. Smith’s Ja Morant, Grizzlies take debunked by Memphis mayor

Memphis Mayor Paul Young released a statement on Tuesday night weighing in on Stephen A. Smith’s comments about the city of Memphis amid speculation about a possible Ja Morant trade.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / June 18

Grizzlies Insider: Memphis Is Not Interested In Trading For Kevin Durant

The Memphis Grizzlies are NOT interested in trading for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. That’s according to Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal.

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Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / June 18

Meaning Behind Cryptic Ja Morant Post Revealed

The Memphis Grizzlies have garnered plenty of buzz this NBA offseason, centered on speculation about the future of the roster. After trading Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic for a boatload of first-round picks, many have wondered what the Grizzlies will do with their stars, Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.

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