Memphis Grizzlies: Centers to target in free agency

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Miami Heat in Game Three of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 04, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 04: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the first half against the Miami Heat in Game Three of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 04, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – AUGUST 22: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers scores over Jusuf Nurkic #27 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half of Game Three of the first round of the playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Ashley Landis-Pool/Getty Images)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA – AUGUST 22: Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers scores over Jusuf Nurkic #27 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half of Game Three of the first round of the playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Ashley Landis-Pool/Getty Images) /

1. Dwight Howard

After many thought his basketball career might be finished, Howard signed with the Los Angeles Lakers last season and revitalized his career. With most people doubting his chances of making the most of his opportunity, Howard proved he still has some game and that he can be a good teammate.

Howard came off the bench for the Lakers and only averaged 7.5 points per game in 19 minutes a night. As seen in the playoffs, Howard still can defend at a good level and also is still an effective rim runner. Howard and LeBron James teamed up many times for powerful slams that sent shockwaves through the arena.

What would Howard bring to the Grizzlies? Howard would bring energy that could provide a spark for the Grizzlies. He would add a true lob threat and add some rebounding on the offensive end.