Grizzlies' Desmond Bane (22) and Jaylen Wells (0) high five fans after the Grizzlies defeated the Pelicans 139-126 at FedExForum on Friday, January 24, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. Chris Day/The ...

In 2020, the Boston Celtics sent their draft rights to Desmond Bane to the Memphis Grizzlies as part of a three-team deal; ...

The Grizzlies chose shooting guard Desmond Bane with the pick, who established himself as one of the best players at his position in the league. More news: Former Celtics Forward Says His Injuries ...

That said, the Celtics front office made a considerable blunder at the 2020 NBA Draft, claims ESPN’s Zach Kram, when they traded the draft rights to Desmond Bane.

So why the concern? The Grizzlies biggest free agency mistake: Moving off Desmond Bane The Grizzlies’ biggest mistake wasn’t what they added; it was what they let go of too soon.

Ja Morant expressed surprise at Desmond Bane's trade to Orlando but believes it benefits both teams. Morant is enthusiastic about the Grizzlies' new additions, including draft pick Cedric Coward ...