Why The Memphis Grizzlies Do The Deal

The short answer is yes. With a healthy Kevin Durant, the Memphis Grizzlies would be real title contenders in 2022-23.

A look at their remaining roster should confirm as much. A starting lineup of Morant, Desmond Bane, Dillon Brooks, Durant and Steve Adams ought to rival any in the league.

Most of the offensive creation would come from Durant and Morant. The electric young point guard would still knife through defenses with his dribble penetration and work his drive-and-dish game. Only now, one of the targets for his dimes would be Durant.

Meanwhile, Durant would thrive with the defensive attention teams need to pay Morant. For that matter, the opposite is true. Otherwise, this roster would be full of high-functioning role players who complement each.

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There’s no question that this deal would make the Grizzlies a serious threat in 2022-23. If the Nets are forced to trade Durant, are they getting enough in return here?