Western Conference · Southwest Division
GM: Zach Kleiman
Roster grades based on player performance, contract value, and fan sentiment.
20
Players
26
Transactions
19
Contracts Graded
*(15 active roster + 2 two-way contracts)
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The Memphis Grizzlies are getting poor value from their salary commitments, earning a F CVI grade across 19 contracts evaluated. 0 contracts grade as positive value (B+ or better), while 17 fall below fair market value. Several contracts are grading below expectations, putting pressure on the cap sheet. Salary obligations limit the team's flexibility, making it difficult to add impact players without creative financial maneuvering. Of 20 total rostered players, 19 have contracts eligible for CVI evaluation. The team will need some contracts to outperform their grades to justify the current spending level.
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), 14 as rotation contributors (C-range), and 1 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 overwhelmingly negative, earning a F overall sentiment grade. Of 26 graded moves, 4 received positive reactions, 4 were mixed, and 18 drew negative sentiment. The most well-received move was the three future second acquisition, which earned a A- sentiment grade. The most criticized move was the Walter Clayton Jr transaction, which received a F sentiment grade. There is widespread concern among fans about the team's direction and decision-making. A significant on-court turnaround would be needed to shift the current negative perception.
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.