Grizzlies Trade Huff, Sign Landale Amid Injuries

The Memphis Grizzlies have traded center Jay Huff to the Indiana Pacers for a second-round pick and a second-round pick swap. Huff, who averaged 6.9 points, 2.0 rebounds, and shot 40.5% from three last season, is seen as a replacement for Pacers center Myles Turner, who left in free agency. The Pacers value Huff's stretch-five skill set and defensive abilities, highlighted by his G League Defensive Player of the Year award. In response to Huff's departure and with starter Zach Edey sidelined due to ankle surgery, the Grizzlies have agreed to sign free agent center Jock Landale, who averaged 4.8 points and 3.3 rebounds last season with the Rockets. Memphis has also secured new deals for Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama, and added guard Cam Spencer. These moves are part of the Grizzlies' strategy to maintain roster depth and competitiveness amid injury concerns.