Memphis Grizzlies acquire D'Angelo Russell in six-team trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Memphis Grizzlies have secured former NBA All-Star D'Angelo Russell in a massive six-team trade finalized following the lifting of the NBA's free agent signing moratorium. This trade involves the Detroit Pistons, Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Clippers, Milwaukee Bucks, and Washington Wizards. Russell, who struggled with shooting efficiency last season, will take on a critical role after Ja Morant's departure to the Portland Trail Blazers. The Pistons are also acquiring John Collins, adding depth to their roster as they continue to build on a strong season in which they finished first in the Eastern Conference.
- •D'Angelo Russell joins Grizzlies in latest trade move.
- •Six teams involved in this significant trade agreement.
- •John Collins moves to Detroit Pistons from Clippers.
- •Grizzlies seek to improve after Morant's trade.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — BREAKING: Memphis Grizzlies Land Former NBA All-Star in Massive 6-Team Trade
"Now that the NBA’s annual moratorium on free agent signings has been lifted, it has seen a decent amount of player movement this week as trades previously agreed to have become official. Grizzlies Acquire Former NBA All-Star in 6-Team TradeDays ago, the Detroit Pistons, who finished first in the Eastern Conference this past season with a 60-22 record, agreed to a deal with power forward John Collins in free agency.
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