Mexican forward Karim Lopez, the 21st overall pick in the 2026 draft, officially signed his rookie scale contract with the Grizzlies on July 29, making him the last of this year’s first-round picks to formally join his new NBA team.
Daniel Gafford has heard the trade rumors. He just isn’t letting them bother him. Speaking with Ron Harrod Jr. of DLLS Sports, the Mavericks center said he’d be happy to remain in Dallas but understands the business side of the NBA if the front office decides otherwise.
The Grizzlies have signed first-round pick Karim Lopez, the team announced (via Twitter). The 19-year-old small forward was the 21st selection last month after Memphis traded down twice on draft night.
LAS VEGAS – The Memphis Grizzlies have entered a rebuild, a rebuild that was kicked off with the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade at the deadline this past season.