The Memphis Grizzlies had their eyes set on Draymond Green prior to acquiring Marcus Smart in a three-way deal with the Boston Celtics and Washington Wizards. Memphis is no longer expected to pursue Green after acquiring Smart.

The Grizzlies have a great deal of respect for Green after battling against him in the NBA Playoffs. Memphis is expected to move on from Dillon Brooks, who did a lot of trash talking with Green, this offseason.