Grizzlies draft Cameron Boozer, trade for Karim Lopez in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:04 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Memphis Grizzlies selected Cameron Boozer with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23. They also acquired forward Karim Lopez at No. 21 after trading down from No. 16. General manager Zach Kleiman highlighted Boozer's potential as a significant asset and praised Lopez's versatility. Kleiman indicated a focus on roster building without speculating on Ja Morant's situation. The Grizzlies collected five future second-round picks through trades, none for 2026 or 2027.
- •Grizzlies draft Cameron Boozer at No. 3 overall.
- •Karim Lopez selected at No. 21 after trading down.
- •Zach Kleiman emphasizes Boozer's impact on the team's future.
- •Team acquires five future second-round picks.
- •Kleiman avoids speculating on Ja Morant's future.
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — What Grizzlies GM Zach Kleiman said after 1st round of 2026 NBA Draft
"Here's what Memphis Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman said after the first round of the NBA draft on June 23.
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