Memphis Grizzlies listening to trade offers for Ja Morant

Seeking valuable future draft picks and young prospects, the franchise is ready to move on from the 2019 second overall pick. Although Morant is eligible for a $178 million extension this summer, his stock has dropped; the 26-year-old is posting disappointing career lows in shooting percentages while averaging 19 points.

Recent years have been tumultuous for Morant, marred by injuries, off-court incidents, and a suspension involving coach Tuomas Iisalo, limiting him to just 59 games since 2023. Despite his elite career averages, Memphis is pivoting. Following the offseason trade of Desmond Bane, the organization is fully committing to a rebuild centered on Jaren Jackson Jr., Zach Edey, and Cedric Coward. Ultimately, while Morant remains historically productive, the Grizzlies have firmly decided their future success no longer involves their troubled superstar.