Western Conference · Southwest Division
GM: Zach Kleiman
Roster grades based on player performance, contract value, and fan sentiment.
20
Players
26
Transactions
8
Contracts Graded
*(15 active roster + 2 two-way contracts)
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The Memphis Grizzlies are getting about fair value from their salary commitments, earning a C CVI grade across 8 contracts evaluated. 6 contracts grade as positive value (B+ or better), while 1 falls below fair market value. The front office has demonstrated strong financial discipline, finding value throughout the roster. Cap flexibility is adequate but not exceptional — the team has limited room for high-end acquisitions. Of 20 total rostered players, 8 have contracts eligible for CVI evaluation. The payroll management is adequate but could improve with better contract negotiations.
The Memphis Grizzlies roster grades as rebuilding overall, earning a F Performance grade based on 20 graded players. The roster lacks an elite-graded performer, which limits the team's ceiling in a star-driven league. 5 players grade as quality starters (B-range), 15 as rotation contributors (C-range), and 0 as depth or below (D/F-range). The roster profile is heavy on rotation-level talent, suggesting a team still searching for a true core. An active season with 26 moves shows the front office is aggressively reshaping the roster. Significant upgrades are needed before this team can compete for a playoff spot.
Fan and media sentiment around the Memphis Grizzlies' season has been mixed, earning a C- overall sentiment grade. Of 22 graded moves, 2 received positive reactions, 6 were mixed, and 14 drew negative sentiment. The most well-received move was the draft considerations from acquisition, which earned a A sentiment grade. Fans have expressed more skepticism than enthusiasm about the direction of these moves. Fan sentiment is split — some see a team on the rise, while others want bolder moves. How sentiment evolves will depend heavily on how new acquisitions perform early in the season.
The FanVerdicts community has given the Memphis Grizzlies' season a B Fan Verdict grade based on 2 total votes. 2 of 26 moves have received fan votes. The most-voted move was the DeJon Jarreau transaction with 1 vote. Fan grades are largely aligned with the algorithmic assessment, suggesting agreement between community opinion and the data. The community consensus is positive — fans believe the front office is making the right moves. Fan voting remains open for all transactions. Cast your own verdict to make your voice heard.