In a recent ESPN mock draft, the Memphis Grizzlies were projected to choose a terrific guard with the ninth overall pick.
The Memphis Grizzlies struggled throughout the 2023-24 season because to injuries. However, the injuries resulted in a top-10 choice for the Grizzlies, who still have a lot of talent on their roster and should be healthy by next season.
The Grizzlies probably didn’t expect to draft in the Top 10, given their talent, but they don’t have a really significant asset to work with. ESPN’s mock draft following the NBA lottery has the Memphis Grizzlies picking Stephon Castle from UConn. Here’s what they said about the pick.
The Grizzlies have a front office that prioritizes the finest players available and will be keen to return to the playoffs after an injury-plagued season. While Castle isn’t a perfect fit because of his shooting concerns, he has upside because to his size, defensive versatility, and playmaking, which give him appealing swiss-army-knife characteristics that might accelerate his route to useful minutes. Castle’s versatility should allow him to fit into a variety of lineups, especially if he can improve his 3-point shooting, and he is an intriguing fit with Memphis’ current roster in the short and long term. – Woo
Castle broke into the forefront with UConn last season during their National Championship run, where he was an integral member of both the offense and defense. The Memphis Grizzlies already have two excellent guards in Ja Morant and Desmond Bane, but adding Castle would be a move for the best player available.
While Castle would be a good addition, the Grizzlies are more likely to trade this choice for an established player in order to compete next season. If the Grizzlies elect to keep the choice, Castle has a lot of potential given his size and agility. However, he will need to improve his jump shooting.
