The Memphis Grizzlies made a huge move at the beginning of the 2025 NBA offseason by sending star guard Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic, cutting their “big three” down to a duo of Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant. The Grizzlies, even without Bane, should still be set up for a semi-successful 2025-26 season. Acquiring Kentavious Caldwell-Pope from the Magic, signing Ty Jerome in free agency, and drafting Cedric Coward 11th overall help with their Bane-less backcourt, but they are likely still far from competing in a ruthless Western Conference.
