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Shams: Grizzlies latest to bid for Kevin Durant but offer is mainly picks

Same story, different names.

Shams Charania started the week off Monday morning with a report that the Memphis Grizzlies are the latest team to express interest in Kevin Durant, but like others in pursuit of KD, they’re reportedly offering a package centered on first rounders ... and haven’t yet offered any of their top players:

Recently, a new team has shown interest in Durant: the Memphis Grizzlies, league sources tell The Athletic. Fresh off a 56-win season, the Grizzlies have made new inquiries to the Nets about Durant, those sources added. Memphis has five first-round draft picks available (four unprotected selections of its own and one protected via Golden State in 2024) to utilize in a trade as well as young players like Jaren Jackson Jr.