The Grizzlies should consider making a trade for All-Star center Jarrett Allen for the following reasons:
Jarrett Allen’s future with the Cleveland Cavaliers is unclear in light of the team’s early playoff departure and concerns about his ability to play despite a rib ailment. The Memphis Grizzlies have a fantastic opportunity to sign the adaptable 26-year-old because to this uncertainty. Allen’s special skill set fits the Grizzlies’ style of play like a glove. He might be a major asset to the squad.
Jaren Jackson Jr. is an ideal frontcourt companion
Following Steven Adams’ trade and knee injury this season, Jaren Jackson Jr.—the former defensive player of the year—was the only defender for the Grizzlies in the middle. JJJ and Allen together would be a strong frontcourt team. When paired together, this combination would be quite intimidating to opponents and pose a serious offensive danger.
In a way we haven’t fully seen previously, he lessens Jackson’s defensive burden by acting as a more stymying rim protector. Even though he doesn’t have a lot of offensive range, Dan Favale stated that he has progressed from being a screen-and-dive specialist to a player who can make quick passes on rolls, occasionally shoot a hook jumper, and produce buckets and dimes after dribbling in space.
The Grizzlies have to provide
In a possible trade for Allen, the Grizzlies might offer a number of players. The true difficulty is in figuring out which combination might lure the Cavs to the negotiation table. Memphis might be willing to surrender the ninth pick, but it’s more likely that the Cavaliers would rather have players who can start right away in the Eastern Conference.
Cleveland’s priority during this competitive window will be players above draft equity. The Grizzlies might have to bring in a third team or hope that the Cavaliers make an offer that revolves on Marcus Smart, Brandon Clarke, or Luke Kennard (team option) and draft equity, according to Favale’s prediction.