Is there a "final piece" to the Memphis Grizzlies championship puzzle available via trade?

[@modax0]

Damichael, don't underestimate him just because he was moved out of the starting lineup. He actually played more minutes than any of the starters. Portland needed to showcase Grant to generate trade interest, but it seems they've decided to move on from him. That's why Deni was brought back into the lineup, and since then, he's been averaging 16.0 - 6.6 - 3.4 with 41% 3PT and 49% overall You also mentioned he's not an elite defender, but he's excellent in perimeter 1v1, holding guards to just 29% shooting from three. He's even capable of guarding some centers when playing as a small-ball center (15% of his minutes). He's incredibly versatile. According to CraftedNBA, he's ranked as the most versatile player in the entire league (1 out of 500 players). Plus, he's one of the fastest forwards in the league. He's highly durable and rarely misses games, if not covid he played 96% of the games. Joe, the correct pronunciation is Avdi-YA. I appreciate your kind words about Deni. Honestly, I think he'd be a perfect fit in Memphis. He's already won over fans with both the Wizards and the Blazers, and he's known as a locker room glue guy. From a basketball standpoint, he'd be a major upgrade and could elevate Memphis to legitimate NBA Finals contention, at least on paper. That said, I'd love to see him stay with the Blazers for a couple more years. It's better for his growth to take on a leadership role now that he has the chance, rather than settling into a third option role in Memphis.

[@iceburg3323]

A physical enforcer who rebounds and sets picks well

[@alvarocastroregueiro]

I like Deni Advija

[@liorbr]

Everyone likes Deni .

[@memphis-uy9sy]

GG is back teams about to really take off cause i believe gg is the next star on the team

[@Eagle8]

I like the idea of swapping Smart for Bruce Brown. The salaries somewhat match. Brown would bring proven playoff experience along with lock down defensive capabilities.

[@zuluamar6791]

We are almost healthy. We could use another big but GG Smart and vince will make this team elite.

[@williewhite1161]

I was hoping that GG Jackson would be that missing piece. Most players don't seem to want to be here in Memphis.

[@candaceh16]

The Grizzlies need veteran playoff experience. How does this help with that at all?? How he will do come playoff time is just as big of a question as Jake LaRavia or GG Jackson. It's a big jump as he doesn't even contribute to winning basketball in the regular season even. Not to mention be doesn't even consistently space the floor and we NEED that

[@iguesss]

The real list: Jerami Grant(too old) Keldon Johnson(too short) Kyle Kuzma(can’t shoot) Deandre Hunter(mystery) Rui Hachimura(unavailable) Cam Johnson(expensive, injury prone?) Patrick Williams(mid) Miles Bridges(crazy) John Collins(bigman) Andrew Wiggins(ew) Michael Porter Jr(bad fit) Obi Toppin(unproven) Brandon Ingram(defense)

[@brandoonf6962]

wat bout Kaminga?

[@dregamingz]

I actually like the idea of getting John Collins. Adds more athleticism to the team which we need. He’s a good shooter. Would fit well beside Jaren AND Ja. He’s a good shooter. My only problem is that I would prefer us to pick up another REAL center. We can’t rely on Edey in every series. We need a reliable big. I just don’t know if John Collins is that big.

[@iguesss]

@@dregamingz I think the John Collins JjJ combo is enough and Edey off the bench or even starting us possible the way because of Collins not being oversized

[@iguesss]

@@brandoonf6962 they want too much for him and he isn’t even developed. Still in a rookie contract too. I guess tho

[@brandoonf6962]

@ all we got to do is throw a guard in there...They'll trade. 😂😂😂😂

[@quebeezy7163]

I think the team needs a wing or big guard that consistently create and score off the dribble especially in the mid range, gg and Jaylen are nice but their handles are shaky

[@colbybrand5326]

Who needs haters when you got these two?

[@Poypull-Noypull]

All the trade talk is great but it has me thinking, do we need a wing? Why not a scoring guard(Clarkson),or a legit lob threat? This team is just so deep positional wise.

[@iguesss]

Yea John Collins is the guy.. I think we could use Keldon Johnson too

[@iguesss]

I just feel more comfortable with a starting level small forward tho..

[@brandoonf6962]

get a real backup vet pg .....would love to see conely back

[@sylvesterwilliams1931]

Great show guys

[@michaeljoy7132]

From only a playoffs point of view I think more than 1 piece is needed for a championship this year. It is not impossible but it’s a big ask to have GG and Vince Williams to be 100% what we need them to be this season. For this season a run is dependent on Ja, Jaren and Des performing like Kyrie and Luka last season in addition to the others performing their roles. Glad DaMichael brought up the Edey on Castle situation. I hope we don’t come out with that same strategy.

[@dregamingz]

We’re not making a trade for a wing unless it’s a HUGE upgrade. We’re not making the trade unless it’s someone like Cam Johnson or better.

[@iguesss]

The starting 3 has to be a super athlete. We just got obliterated by Amen Thompson

[@dregamingz]

Rockets in 5 is crazy. A lot of those games were close. As much as we hate on Jenkins, he can make adjustments.

[@iguesss]

We might have to settle for Obi Toppin.. I’ll cry the saltiest tears if we keep this team past the deadline just cuz we looked good vs the tanking teams

[@alvarocastroregueiro]

I like toppin

[@BlueBookMen1000]

What the team needs is available on the injured reserve list GG Jackson and Vince Williams

[@dregamingz]

I don’t wanna trade LaRavia if we don’t have to tbh. He knows he’s a role player. He does all the little things. He just needs to realize that he is able to score. He passes up some open 3s when he’s a good shooter. Also I could’ve sworn he had some sort of touch around the basket but maybe not.

[@dregamingz]

Are we gonna ignore the fact that Aldama was locking up Wemby?

[@BslDucci-s4w]

We get Zach to get his middy game going he will have a 4 piece teams know he can't shot so they double up on perimeter

[@joshuahodge8804]

We already have Deni on this team, his name is GG Jackson. NEXT. 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Chus7ai3]

I still have to listen today episode but what about Jarace Walker from Indiana Pacers?

[@iguesss]

He might retire a Pacer the way he been playing

[@Chus7ai3]

@iguesss he has not played much minutes with them this season as was expected

[@UBeesh10]

Danny Amnesia? Who tf is that?! Lay off the hard stuff, Joe.

[@erwinjohnjaving7896]

AMEN THOMPSON THIS IS GOOD OR BAD

[@iguesss]

You guys definitely don’t actually watch him. He certainly isn’t what Grizz need if Aldama is healthy. You wanna get smoked by the Rockets so bad Joe. why?

[@iceburg3323]

Joe is tripping, that dude is not needed

[@davidwhite591]

Terrance Mann or Bruce Brown

[@iguesss]

We could use Terrance Mann and Coffey if we make a bigger trade and lose some guys.. Bruce Brown is a pretty serious investment. Not sure

[@SaySpawn]

Victor Wembanyama "All star votes" 2.2 million (his stats this year) 25ppg 10rebs 4blks and 4assists Ja Morant "All star votes" 430,000 😭🤣(his stats this year) 21ppg 7asst 💯

[@Onlythebestish_n_fish]

No sir Jake is better and has more potential keep advia where he is !!! Y trade Jake for another Jake no loss no gain Jake is a grinder and day 1 Memphis

[@iguesss]

Jake Laravia has become the best white small forward in the planet…

[@hillbilly21960]

He has gotten much better. I would have traded him last year for a bag of peanut m&ms and a Diet Pepsi to offset the m&ms

[@liorbr]

Not even close to Deni .

[@erwinjohnjaving7896]

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