Why The Memphis Grizzlies Do The Deal 

By contrast, the Grizzlies do this deal if they come close, but not close enough. 

In other words, we’re probably talking about a Conference Finals run. If the Grizzlies make good on their promise as contenders but don’t come away with the championship, they’ll look to make upgrades. 

Adding DeRozan would be an upgrade. This gives the Grizzlies another player who commands a double team. That ought to make life easier for Ja Morant. 

No, the spacing isn’t ideal. The Grizzlies may be forced to start Jaren Jackson Jr. at the 5 and find a floor-spacing 4 following this deal.

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On the other hand, if they can make those moves, they’ll still have good spacing – and more talent. 

In the NBA, nothing matters more than that.