Overview
- Brooks said there was “no trust” between Memphis players and the front office and described himself as a scapegoat for the team’s issues.
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the Grizzlies have been open to trading Ja Morant, fueling questions about the franchise’s direction.
- Tim McMahon of ESPN reported Memphis made no attempt to re-sign Brooks in 2023 in part due to concerns that his trash talk and antics were a bad influence.
- After a stop in Houston and a trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Rockets, Brooks has become a leading scorer for the Phoenix Suns this season.
- Memphis has stumbled since Brooks’ departure, including firing coach Taylor Jenkins late last season, a first-round sweep by the Thunder, and a current record five games under .500.