Even with Pippen's new deal, the Grizzlies still have an open roster spot to start the season. That means general manager Zach Kleiman has some flexibility. He could sign one of the two-way players (Kawamura, Jay Huff and Cam Spencer) to a standard deal, or he could use it on a free-agent signing. That slot could also be useful in trades.

A look at the Memphis Grizzlies entering the 2024-25 season … Coach: Taylor Jenkins Last Season: 27-55 (failed to make the playoffs) New Faces: Zach Edey,

The Memphis Grizzlies had brutal injury luck last season. Without star point guard Ja Morant for all but nine games, the Grizzlies also lost several other key players to extended injury absences. This offseason has unfortunately not been much better for the Grizzlies.

Jaren Jackson Jr. and the Memphis Grizzlies will wait until the next offseason to discuss an extension, sources told ESPN. Jackson, who has two years left on his contract, was Defensive Player of the Year in 2023.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr.'s regular season debut will have to wait. Jackson will be out for the Grizzlies' season opener on Wednesday night against the Utah Jazz, coach Taylor Jenkins said on Monday.

The Memphis Grizzlies are signing rookie point guard Yuki Kawamura to a two-way contract, the team announced Saturday afternoon. Kawamura joined the Grizzlies in the preseason on a non-guaranteed exhibit 10 deal. His passing and playmaking abilities were highlighted over a two-game stretch during which he had 15 assists.

Japanese guard Yuki Kawamura has gotten an opportunity with the Memphis Grizzlies in training camp and the preseason. A superstar in Japan, Kawamura is chasing

Following a strong preseason and an impressive Olympic performance, Yuki Kawamura has earned a Memphis Grizzlies roster spot