Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder prepare for NBA Draft 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 6:17 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Memphis Grizzlies and Oklahoma City Thunder are set for the 2026 NBA Draft today, June 23. The Grizzlies aim to establish a new core following trades of key players like Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr., with Ja Morant potentially on the move. Meanwhile, the Thunder look to bolster their roster further after a strong season and hold three picks in the upcoming draft. The first round begins this evening, with subsequent rounds on June 24.
- •Grizzlies hold Round 1, Pick 3 and Pick 16 as part of their strategy.
- •Thunder have Round 1, Pick 12 and Pick 17 to enhance their young roster.
- •Draft begins at 7 PM local time on June 23.
- •Morant's future may be decided during tonight's draft proceedings.
- 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Brooklyn Nets draft picks tracker 2026: Live results, grades, updates, list of selections and trades
- 6:17 PMYahoo Sports — Memphis Grizzlies draft picks tracker 2026: Live results, grades, updates, list of selections and trades
- 6:12 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma City Thunder draft picks tracker 2026: Live results, grades, updates, list of selections and trades
"Ja Morant could be on his way out soon, but the draft has arrived first.
"OKC still has one of the most promising rosters in the NBA.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 6:57 PMBrooklyn Nets draft picks tracker 2026: Live results, grades, updates, list of selections and trades
Brooklyn had a busy draft a year ago.
- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 6:17 PMMemphis Grizzlies draft picks tracker 2026: Live results, grades, updates, list of selections and trades
Ja Morant could be on his way out soon, but the draft has arrived first.
- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 6:12 PMOklahoma City Thunder draft picks tracker 2026: Live results, grades, updates, list of selections and trades
OKC still has one of the most promising rosters in the NBA.
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