This Grizzlies-Jazz Trade Pairs Ja Morant, Donovan Mitchell

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Why The Memphis Grizzlies Do The Deal

Any move the Memphis Grizzlies make this summer ought to be made with 2023-24 in mind. With Jackson Jr. on the shelf, the upcoming season is likely a wash in terms of title contention.

That likely holds true with or without acquiring Mitchell. This trade would make the Grizzlies competitive next season, but with minimal depth around their new star backcourt, it will probably keep them short of a serious championship push.

On the other hand, it could make their ceiling limitless in 2023-24. The notion of a Morant, Mitchell and Jackson Jr. trio ought to terrify the rest of the National Basketball Association.

In all likelihood, Mitchell would shift into a more traditional off-guard role than we’ve seen him in alongside Morant. With Morant collapsing defenses on his fearless drive attempts, Mitchell will have more space to operate than ever.

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With Jackson Jr. further spacing the floor, this team would be hard to contain. By contrast, the Jazz will be easy to stop in 2022-23 after making this deal. Does it do enough for their future?

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James Piercey

James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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