Kris Murray traded to Grizzlies in major deal with Trail Blazers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Kris Murray, former Iowa basketball star, is now a member of the Memphis Grizzlies following a trade with the Portland Trail Blazers on June 29. The trade also sent two-time All-Star Ja Morant to Portland in exchange for Murray and Jerami Grant. Murray's role in Memphis may expand as the team prepares for next season and the 2027 NBA Draft. Entering the final year of his rookie contract, Murray has a critical opportunity to solidify his future in the league with increased playing time.
- •Kris Murray was traded to the Grizzlies from the Trail Blazers.
- •Ja Morant is part of the trade heading to Portland.
- •Murray averaged 5.3 points and 3.3 rebounds in his tenure with Portland.
- •The trade signals a rebuilding phase for Memphis.
- •Murray seeks more playing time as he enters a critical contract year.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Former Iowa basketball star involved in NBA blockbuster trade
"The former Iowa basketball star was shipped out of Portland on Monday in a huge NBA trade.
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