Washington State forward Cedric Coward spoke about being acquired by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2025 NBA draft on June 25.

Grizzlies Announce Trade With Rockets After NBA Draft originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Memphis Grizzlies haven't been shy to trade recently. After dealing Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic before the NBA Finals ended, they also traded up from pick No. 16 to No. 11 and selected Washington State swingman Cedric Coward on Wednesday.

Portland has agreed to send the draft rights to No. 11 overall pick Cedric Coward to the Grizzlies, the teams announced Wednesday. The Blazers will receive the No. 16 overall pick Yang Hansen, a 2028 first-round pick via Orlando, a 2027 second-round pick (via Atlanta) and a 2028 second-round pick (via Sacramento) for Coward.