Overview
- Memphis sends Jaren Jackson Jr., John Konchar, Jock Landale and Vince Williams Jr. to Utah for Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang and three future first-round picks, per multiple reports.
- The picks headed to the Grizzlies are the most favorable 2027 first-rounder among the Jazz, Cavaliers and Timberwolves, the Lakers’ 2027 first-rounder with top-4 protection, and the Suns’ unprotected 2031 first-rounder.
- Cap analysts report the trade creates an approximately $28.8 million trade exception for Memphis, described as the largest in NBA history, and lifts the team’s stash to 13 first-round picks over the next seven years.
- Utah adds a 26-year-old two-time All-Star and 2023 Defensive Player of the Year to pair with Lauri Markkanen, Walker Kessler, Keyonte George and rookie Ace Bailey, addressing a defense that has struggled this season.
- The agreement was first reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania and widely corroborated across national outlets, with formal team announcements still pending as the Feb. 5 trade deadline approaches.