The Memphis Grizzlies are making moves in the offseason after their first round playoff loss to eventual NBA champions Oklahoma City Thunder. Following the subpar campaign, Memphis has been aggressive in reconstructing its roster around superstars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. by adding young defensive talent and improving backcourt depth after moving on from key veteran guard Desmond Bane.
So far this summer, the Grizzlies have made several notable moves through the draft and trade market, including shuffling future draft picks and bringing in prospects who fit the franchise’s trademark defensive identity. The front office is adding versatile, high-motor players to complement Morant and Jackson Jr. as the franchise looks to stay competitive in a loaded Western Conference.
On Sunday, Memphis announced its latest move — a previously reported deal with the Golden State Warriors that gives the Grizzlies the draft rights to Jahmai Mashack. According to the team’s official announcement, Golden State traded Mashack’s rights to Memphis in exchange for the rights to Justinian Jessup and a top-50 protected 2032 second-round pick.