The Memphis Grizzlies are preparing for a new phase after an offseason defined by major roster change. Following the trades of two cornerstone players, the franchise enters the 2026-27 season with a different identity and a renewed focus on building around its next core.
Boozer is set to lead that fresh start as Memphis looks to establish continuity following a significant transition. The moves mark a clear shift from the previous era, leaving the Grizzlies to evaluate how their revamped group fits together as the season begins.
A Reset in Memphis
The offseason recap centers on how the Grizzlies moved on from key pieces who had helped shape the team’s recent direction. Those departures leave important roles to be filled across the roster and create an early-season storyline around chemistry, leadership and adjustment.
As the 2026-27 campaign gets underway, Memphis will be measured by how quickly its new-look roster settles into defined responsibilities. With Boozer positioned as a leading figure, the Grizzlies begin the season focused on turning a major offseason reset into a stable foundation for the next stage of the franchise.