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Memphis Grizzlies trade down twice in 2026 NBA Draft, acquire five picks

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Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Memphis Grizzlies trade down twice in 2026 NBA Draft, acquire five picks
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The Memphis Grizzlies executed trades in the 2026 NBA Draft, moving from pick No. 16 to No. 21. The Grizzlies first sent their 16th pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for two future second-round picks. They then traded their 17th pick to the Detroit Pistons, gaining pick No. 21 along with three additional future second-round selections. In total, Memphis accumulated five future second-round choices, reflecting their strategy under general manager Zach Kleiman. The Grizzlies had previously traded non-lottery picks in past drafts, and they selected Cameron Boozer with the No. 3 pick in this draft.

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  • •Grizzlies traded pick No. 16 to Thunder for two second-round picks.
  • •They subsequently traded pick No. 17 to the Pistons for pick No. 21 and three second-round picks.
  • •Memphis now has a total of five future second-round picks from these trades.
  • •Cameron Boozer was selected third overall by the Grizzlies in the draft.
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  • 2:06 AMYahoo Sports — Memphis Grizzlies trade back twice in 2026 NBA Draft, gain five picks
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The Memphis Grizzlies traded pick No. 16 to move down the draft board, then down to No. 21.

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