The Memphis Grizzlies got a massive haul in yesterday’s trade of Desmond Bane. The bigger question is what the trade means for the Grizzlies this season and the future.

Drew Hill writes, “In times of tumult, Bane felt like the rock of the Grizzlies’ locker room. He was the voice of reason within the media, and he wore it as a badge of honor.”

With one week to go before the NBA draft, prospects are wrapping up workouts, and trade ideas are being discussed among front offices.

The Grizzlies will receive Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, a first-round pick swap and four unprotected first-round picks. The picks are for 2025, 2026, 2028 and 2030. A first-round pick swap in 2029 is also top-two protected.

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The Memphis Grizzlies' decision to trade Desmond Bane may have paved the way for Jaylen Wells to take on a larger role as part of the team's starting lineup moving forward.

Memphis Grizzlies star point guard Ja Morant has seen a lot of roster turnover in his six NBA seasons. Watching the Grizzlies trade backcourt mate Desmond Bane may be the most surprising yet. The Grizzlies traded Bane on June 15, acquiring guards Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony and four unprotected first-round picks from the Orlando Magic.