The Memphis Grizzlies is tagged as one of the best teams in the Western Conference division. For the past six seasons, they've been to the playoffs each year. Their best year came in 2012-2013 season, making it to Western Conference Finals but eventually yielded to the San Antonio Spurs.
Soon the Grizzlies was made known for their "Grit and Grind" style. Having the dynamic duo of Marc Gasol and Zach Randolph, they punished their opponents through their disruptive defense while making their offense at the low post. But now, under new head coach David Fizdale, many says that the team is expected to focus more on offense.
And now, rumors are spreading that the Grizzlies are looking to trade Z-Bo after coach Fizdale make a big change on Grizzlies rotation according to Sportsrageous. The buzz came after coach Fizdale decides to start young forward JaMychal Green in power forward position and relegate Randolph to the bench.
The move also hinted that Randolph might not be fit into the new offensive system of coach Fizdale as per stated in the report. Though coach Fizdale said that the move is part of Randolph new role to the team, speculation is swirling that the Grizzlies might not renew Randolph contract after this season due to the new system and also his age.
Recent NBA trade rumors claim that if ever Randolph will be traded there are two teams who is likely his possible destination. The Miami Heat and Toronto Raptors are two teams that would gladly welcome Randolph into their fold as both of them are vulnerable on the power forward spot and Randolph can immediately fill that void.
Aside from the Heat and Raptors, the Charlotte Hornets are also showing interest in acquiring the services of Z-Bo according to iSportsTimes. The Hornets also need to fill up the PF position after Al Jefferson left the team this offseason. Jefferson was averaging 12.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game last season for the Hornets before choosing to sign with the Indiana Pacers this summer.
And Randolph can fill in that big hole if ever the Hornets chooses to strike a deal with the Grizzlies. Will the Memphis Grizzlies release Zach Randolph in exchange for future draft picks?
Will the Charlotte Hornets make a big move to acquire the services of Z-Bo? Stay tuned for the latest NBA trade rumors and updates here.
