Trade Idea: Grizzlies make a playoff push; Raptors continue to rebuild

The Knicks have been willing to move Anthony Randolph and Memphis has gauged interest in Hasheem Thabeet, but the Rockets have sought more immediate help. Memphis' Marc Gasol will be a restricted free agent, but the Grizzlies have so far said they will keep him through the deadline.

Via Houston Chronicle

The Griz continue to comb the league for a deal involving Hasheem Thabeet. They aren't getting any offers compelling enough to give away the 7-3 project center. Right now, it's J-will or bust. The Griz aren't planning to to sign any players to a 10-day contract.

Via Memphis Commercial Appeal

As far as I know the Griz continue to be open to offers for disappointing center Hasheem Thabeet and aren't looking to move Mayo.

Via Memphis Commercial Appeal

The Vancouver Memphis Grizzlies are unlikely to get any sort of value for the 7-foot-3 center out of Tanzania. Currently a game out of the final playoff spot behind the Trailblazers and with persistent trade rumours featuring OJ Mayo, the Grizzlies desperately need more production out of their second unit if they want to make their final playoff push. In terms of production and efficiency the Grizzlies bench are ranked second worst in that category. So here is my trade idea.


Grizzlies trade:

Hasheem Thabeet
DeMarre Carroll

Grizzlies receive:

Leandro Barbosa
Joey Dorsey

Barbosa is a former 6th man of the year should help bolster Memphis' weak bench. The Raptors on the other hand continue to rebuild as they take a chance on the former 2nd overall pick from the 2009 NBA Draft. On a team with no center (Ajinca is meh and Alabi is NBDL material), it shouldn't be hard for Thabeet to break into Jay Triano's rotation.

Win-win for both teams.