With less than 7 days left for the NBA trade deadline, all 30 teams in the league are scrambling to negotiate and assemble a roster best suited to achieve their desired goals.
The Memphis Grizzlies are no exception to this rush. Their big man, Steven Adams, is the latest rumored to be in the ‘hot seat’ in the trade market.
Trade Details: Victor Oladipo and Three Picks in Exchange
The most trusted source for NBA news, Adrian Wojnarowski, himself, took to Twitter with the news that Steven Adams is being traded by the Memphis Grizzlies to the Houston Rockets for Victor Oladipo and three second-round picks.
This deal will create more salary flexibility for the Grizzlies and open up more draft options in 2024 season which promises many new prospects.
With this trade, the Memphis Grizzlies hope to secure a high lottery pick in the upcoming NBA 2024 draft, aiming to become contenders in the seasons to come with their star player, Ja Morant, entering his prime and key players remaining healthy.
The Houston Rockets aim for a healthy and productive continuation to their season with the addition of Steven Adams, a prolific big man and rim protector. Adams is expected to serve as a perfect complement to Alperen Sengun, enhancing the team’s presence under the rim.
Impact on Grizzlies’ Roster and Strategy
The financial strain imposed by the NBA salary cap prompted the Memphis Grizzlies to make the decision to trade veteran big man Steven Adams. Managing the team’s budget and ensuring financial balance likely played a significant role in this strategic move for the franchise.
The trade involving Steven Adams raises questions about the Memphis Grizzlies’ game plan as just last season having lost their anchor down below was inevitably one of the reasons they lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the NBA playoff lead by LeBron James and team. The absence of a key player in the paint could impact the team’s strategy and performance, and fans may be curious to see how the Grizzlies adjust and fill the void left by Adams.
Losing Steven Adams, a prominent rebounder on both the offensive and defensive ends, is a significant loss for the Memphis Grizzlies. The team will need to strategize and develop a game plan to compensate for the absence of Adams’ rebounding prowess.
With Jaren Jackson Jr. not known for being as robust a rebounder, the Grizzlies may need to explore different strategies to secure boards and maintain a strong presence in the paint.
The Memphis Grizzlies are currently facing a challenging season with a record of 18-30 and a 13th seed position in the Western Conference, hoping that the recent trade involving Steven Adams will bring positive changes to their performance. As they prepare for upcoming games, particularly against the Warriors, the team will be looking to leverage the acquired assets to strengthen their roster and improve their standings in the conference.
