I think that every franchise has a ‘reputation’ of bring in free agents and playing a certain style of basketball. Although these styles do not last forever, the blueprint for future players hardly ever changes, and for Memphis it is simple: “Get a three point shooting Tony Allen.”
Here is an example, we have all been following the NBA Playoffs, I’m sure and saw a certain Boston Celtic guard and said “he is for sure going to play in Memphis before his career is over.” That guy? Marcus Smart. His style of play is hard nosed, never giving up on plays, and always jawing to his opponent.