NBA News, the Grizzlies are actively looking for reinforcements, especially after losing Derrick · Rose, they have developed a keen interest in Aaron · Holiday and plan to bring him to Memphis in a one-for-one trade.
ESPN's predictions show that Zach · Eddie of the Grizzlies was originally seen as the favorite to be the best rookie. However, judging by his performance in pre-season, it seems that it did not live up to expectations. Eddie played 18 minutes in the opening game against the Mavericks, scoring just six points and seven rebounds, while shooting equally disappointing against the Hornets, contributing just 10 points and five rebounds in 22 minutes. Despite his height of 2.24 meters and his reach of 2.41 meters, he still lacks movement speed and offensive finishing ability, and is still far from the level of former Grizzlies main center Adams.
In contrast, Shepard's performance was more convincing. His style of play is sophisticated, his shooting is accurate, and his defense is aggressive, and while he has not been able to make the Rockets' starting lineup at the moment, his playing time and performance are expected to improve as the regular season progresses. Shepard's rise is not good news for Holiday Jr., whose position with the Rockets is gradually being marginalized. Rockets management offered Holiday a two-year, $9.57 million contract extension this summer, but with Shepard's addition, his role on the team has dropped to third point guard.
The Grizzlies' interest in Holiday is growing, and media reporter Jake Fischer revealed that the Grizzlies want to strengthen their backcourt through a trade, with the specific plan being to exchange John · Konchar for Holiday . The addition of Konchar will provide the Rockets with more wing depth while also easing Holiday from an awkward position on the team.
As the new season approaches, the Rockets' trade with the Grizzlies is in the spotlight. Whether Shepard can continue to be in good form and become a strong contender for Rookie of the Year, and how Holiday will find his niche in his new environment, are all hot topics among fans. The next few weeks will be big moments for both teams, with the possibility of a trade and the performance of the rookies both going to have a big impact on where their season goes.