The Grizzlies are definitely contemplating moving back a few spots, but wouldn’t be upset “settling’’ for Jackson, who may have the biggest upside of any player in the draft. Duke power forward Wendell Carter is also drawing keen interest from the Grizzlies.
Memphis Grizzlies Rumors
Jonathan Wasserman: Teams guessing, unsure what Grizzlies do at 4 if Doncic gone. One suggested they could play it safe with Carter, since Jackson/Bamba refused to work out for them (Carter has). Carter at 4 would leave unexpected options for Mavs + Magic with Jackson/Bamba.
If Atlanta were to trade down, its intentions would likely be to select Oklahoma guard Trae Young or Michigan State big Jaren Jackson Jr., while Memphis has interest in Duke big Wendell Carter Jr.
Michael Wallace: Hearing Grizzlies completely confident in whoever falls to them at No. 4, but also seriously sorting through multiple trade offers from teams behind them on lottery board. Business intensifying, as expected, in hours leading to draft.
Jared Weiss: Hearing from league sources that the Celtics are registering interest in moving up into the top 4 with the ’19 Kings pick and future Memphis pick in their arsenal, but would likely want to find a third team to take on the Parsons contract and a pick for their troubles.
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Marc Berman: Source confirms Knicks met with Bamba today. David Fizdale was at hotel where players were staying today and met the Harlem native. Memphis shopping 4th pick fervently.
