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NBA Trades: 3 Memphis Grizzlies trades that would shock the NBA

By Jack Simone

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 09: Dillon Brooks #24 of the Memphis Grizzlies before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at FedExForum on April 09, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that , by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – FEBRUARY 02: Myles Turner #33 of the Indiana Pacers shoots the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on February 02, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana, NBA Trades: 3 Memphis Grizzlies trades that would shock the NBA. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

NBA Trades: 3 Memphis Grizzlies trades that would shock the NBA: Indiana Pacers

Grizzlies receive: Myles Turner

Pacers receive: Brandon Clarke, Danny Green, 2024 1st-Round Pick (Lottery Protected)

The Pacers have been reportedly shopping Turner for a long while now, and the Grizzlies could benefit from what he brings to the floor, as it would create a terrifying defensive frontcourt.

Turner and Jaren Jackson Jr. would be a lethal combo, as both are great defenders who can also space the floor on offense. It would give Memphis a ton of versatility on both ends of the court.

Losing Clarke would be a big hit, as he played well for them in the postseason, but he’s entering the final year of his contract. If the Grizzlies wanted to make a splash, trading for Turner to form a huge frontcourt could be a smart move.

For the Pacers, this would help them finally enter a full-on rebuild. Clarke would fit in nicely alongside Tyrese Haliburton, and this trade would also open up more minutes for Isaiah Jackson.

Green would be included solely for salary-matching purposes, as he’s expected to miss the entirety of last season. Indiana could buy him out or simply keep him on the roster but away from the team as they did with Ricky Rubio last season.

Finally, the Pacers would receive a protected first-round pick, just like they got in the Brogdon trade. They’re entering a rebuild, and this trade makes sense for that direction.

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