The Memphis Grizzlies continue to have one of the youngest rosters in the NBA, despite having relevant postseason experience with their fifth postseason game in the last six seasons on tap this week. The oldest player in their starting lineup is 26-year-old Desmond Bane, while the oldest player in their current playing rotation is 28-year-old Luke Kennard.
The Grizzlies' big three of Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Desmond Bane have four years of postseason experience before hitting their prime. The team also has another influx of homegrown young talents in Zach Edey, Jaylen Wells, Santi Aldama, Vince Williams Jr., and GG Jackson that look to be a part of the team's future.
As they prepare to begin another postseason run, let's take a look at all of the team's future picks through the 2031 draft.
2025 Draft Picks
First-round picks:
- The Grizzlies' first-round pick is lottery-protected (Will convey to Washington Wizards if they make the playoffs)
Second-round picks:
- Second-round pick (via Washington, Golden State, Detroit, or Phoenix; the Grizzlies will receive the worst of these picks)
- Second-round pick (via Houston or Oklahoma City; no protections)
2026 Draft Picks
First-round picks:
- First-round pick (via Phoenix, Washington, or Orlando; the Grizzlies have the right to swap their own first for the less favorable of these picks)
Second-round picks:
- Second-round pick (via Los Angeles Clippers; the Grizzlies will receive the more favorable of these picks)
2027 Draft Picks
First-round picks:
- Grizzlies own first-round pick
Second-round picks:
- Second-round pick (via Atlanta; no protections)
2028 Draft Picks
First-round picks:
- Grizzlies own first-round pick
Second-round picks:
- Second-round pick (via Sacramento; no protections)
2029 Draft Picks:
First-round picks:
- Grizzlies own first-round pick
2030 Draft Picks
First-round picks:
- First-round pick (via Phoenix or Washington; the Grizzlies have the right to swap for the less favorable picks of these picks)
- Grizzlies own first-round pick
2031 Draft Picks
First-round picks:
- Grizzlies own first-round pick
Second-round picks:
- Grizzlies own second-round pick
The Grizzlies have plenty of draft capital to utilize in trades for veterans or another star player to help their core reach championship contention level. The team has lost three first-round picks in the last couple of seasons due to the failed Marcus Smart experience, but they have plenty in the chamber to deliver another deal that could be more prosperous.
Continuing to draft talents wouldn't behoove the Grizzlies in any form as their primary issue is the youth of their team. Their core will enter their primes in the next two seasons, meaning the pressure will rise for Zach Kleiman and company to make this team a true contender.