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How Grizzlies turned No. 16 into Karim Lopez and five extra picks

The Memphis Grizzlies entered the 2026 NBA Draft looking to add talent after a 25-57 season that left them 13th in the Western Conference. By the end of draft night, the franchise had not only selected Mexican wing Karim Lopez but also accumulated five additional second-round picks through a pair of trades that allowed it […] The post How Grizzlies turned No. 16 into Karim Lopez and five extra picks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

NBA Draft 2026 First Round Results: AJ Dybantsa Goes to Wizards, Cameron Boozer Selected by Grizzlies & More

The 2026 NBA Draft kicked off at the Barclays Center as one of the most anticipated and deepest talent pools in recent memory. A draft class defined by four potential No. 1 overall prospects allowed teams like the Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, and Memphis Grizzlies to land foundational cornerstones capable of spearheading their next eras of […] The post NBA Draft 2026 First Round Results: AJ Dybantsa Goes to Wizards, Cameron Boozer Selected by Grizzlies & More appeared first on EssentiallyS...

Grizzlies, Thunder, Pistons trade grades for 3-team 2026 NBA Draft deal

The NBA Draft is always full of surprises in the form of trades, and this one was no different. During the first round on Tuesday night, the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Detroit Pistons and the Memphis Grizzlies rearranged the middle of the draft with a three-team trade. The full details of the trade are as […] The post Grizzlies, Thunder, Pistons trade grades for 3-team 2026 NBA Draft deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Karim Lopez To Grizzlies At No. 21

After trading down twice, from No. 16 to 17 to 21, the Grizzlies have drafted forward Karim Lopez. The Pistons technically made the pick on behalf of Memphis, since the trade will be officially finalized after the draft. Widely regarded as the top international prospect in this year’s draft class, Lopez is the first player […]

Grizzlies trade with Thunder, Pistons back-to-back in 2026 NBA Draft

The Oklahoma City Thunder added to their growing draft capital Tuesday. Bennett Stirtz predictably landed with the Memphis Grizzlies at 16th overall. But he didn’t wear the Grizzlies hat for long while swapping places with Aaron Wiggins and adding the Detroit Pistons to the mix. The three franchises emerged with the more recent massive swap […] The post Grizzlies trade with Thunder, Pistons back-to-back in 2026 NBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pistons Acquire No. 17 Pick Ebuka Okorie From Grizzlies

June 24: The Grizzlies and Pistons have officially put out press releases confirming the trade (Twitter links). While neither team clarified the details on the three future second-rounders sent to Memphis in the deal, Grizzlies head of basketball operations Zach Kleiman said during a late-night media session on Tuesday that none of them are 2026 […]

Grizzlies To Trade No. 16 Pick Bennett Stirtz To Thunder

Iowa guard Bennett Stirtz is the 16th overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft and the first to be involved in a draft-night trade. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link), the Grizzlies are sending Stirtz to the Thunder in exchange for the No. 17 pick and two second-rounders. Stirtz began his college career at […]

Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with No. 3

The Grizzlies used the third overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft to select Duke star Cameron Boozer, adding one of the most productive players in college basketball. Boozer is coming off a dominant freshman season in which he earned consensus First Team All-American honors and was named AP National Player of the Year. The […] The post Grizzlies select Cameron Boozer with No. 3 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Grizzlies’ Cameron Boozer nearly at loss for words after No. 3 pick selection

With the third overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Memphis Grizzlies found a new franchise cornerstone in forward Cameron Boozer. It’s a moment he has been preparing for his whole life. Flanked by his family at the draft, Boozer was quick to shout them out when discussing the moment. Furthermore, the now Grizzlies […] The post Grizzlies’ Cameron Boozer nearly at loss for words after No. 3 pick selection appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pelicans not interested in trading for Ja Morant

Despite recent speculation, the Pelicans are not viewed as a realistic landing spot for Ja Morant, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. New Orleans was recently linked to the Grizzlies star, but league sources indicate the organization remains committed to its current backcourt plans. The team reportedly views Jeremiah Fears, […] The post Pelicans not interested in trading for Ja Morant appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Stein/Fischer’s Latest: Morant, Pelicans, Mavericks, Randle, Jovic

The Pelicans aren’t interested in trading for Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (subscription required). New Orleans was mentioned over the weekend as a potential destination for Morant, but a source tells Stein and Fischer that Jeremiah Fears, whom New Orleans selected with the seventh […]

Grizzlies rumors: Cameron Boozer on way at No. 3, but is there also a trade lined up?

With the Memphis Grizzlies preparing for the 2o26 NBA Draft, as it starts on Tuesday night, the team holds the No. 3 overall pick, with many people debating who the selection will be. As rumors will continue around the Grizzlies on who the top pick will be, the name being brought up the most is […] The post Grizzlies rumors: Cameron Boozer on way at No. 3, but is there also a trade lined up? appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA Insiders dump cold water on Pelicans’ Ja Morant trade interest

The rumor mill had been spinning in New Orleans’ direction for weeks, but insiders are now firmly putting the brakes on any notion that the Pelicans are coming for Ja Morant. Despite being floated as a potential trade destination for the Memphis Grizzlies’ very available star guard, The Stein Line reports that New Orleans has […] The post NBA Insiders dump cold water on Pelicans’ Ja Morant trade interest appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA rumors: Are Timberwolves pursuing Ja Morant trade after sending Julius Randle to Nets?

After watching the Minnesota Timberwolves trade Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team swap, could it be the first step toward making a trade for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant? While there haven’t been any reports confirming the Timberwolves’ interest in Morant, Minnesota trading away Randle for draft capital raises suspicion. Morant is […] The post NBA rumors: Are Timberwolves pursuing Ja Morant trade after sending Julius Randle to Nets? appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Timberwolves Not Pursuing Ja Morant, Looking At Other Guards

The Timberwolves aren’t pursuing Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic (Twitter link), who says the team is looking at other backcourt options. While it’s technically still possible for Minnesota to acquire Morant, shedding Julius Randle‘s contract — he’s reportedly being traded to Brooklyn — means the Wolves no longer […]