Why The Memphis Grizzlies Do The Deal
This is a bold acquisition for the Grizzlies. They’re giving up a lot.
At the same time, look at what they’re getting back. Joel Embiid. If he doesn’t win the MVP this season, it’ll be because Nikola Jokic did. That’s a good category to place second in.
We already touched on the elite defense he should provide alongside Jackson Jr. Let’s talk about the offense. How will teams guard Morant and Embiid at the same time?
Meanwhile, Embiid is a component floor spacer as well. By swapping Adams out for him, the Grizzlies should be running five-out spacing for most of every game. That’ll maximize Morant.
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More broadly, it will get them in the title picture.
What does sending him to Memphis do for the Sixers?