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Memphis Sends Desmond Bane to Orlando for Caldwell-Pope, Anthony and Multiple First-Round Picks

Memphis’s haul of veteran wings alongside a stockpile of first-round picks signals a bold push to elevate its Morant-Jackson Jr. core.

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MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 24: Desmond Bane #22 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game Three of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on April 24, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Overview

  • The Grizzlies traded All-Star guard Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic on June 15, securing wing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, point guard Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks and a first-round pick swap.
  • Bane had been one of Memphis’s three most indispensable players, making his departure a clear indication of a strategic roster overhaul around Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
  • Caldwell-Pope adds championship‐caliber shooting proficiency while Anthony brings dynamic playmaking and depth to the backcourt rotation.
  • By landing four unprotected selections and a pick swap, Memphis has amassed significant draft capital to shape its roster for the coming seasons.
  • The haul could serve as the foundation for blockbuster trade talks targeting a top-tier star such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant or Devin Booker.