The Memphis Grizzlies have been among the most active franchises in the NBA during the 2025 offseason. The decision to trade Desmond Bane was the high-profile move, as the Grizzlies moved a star in their prime for four first-round draft picks and a 2029 pick swap. In turn, a path was cleared for Jaylen Wells to take the next step in his development.
One of the more underrated future-oriented decisions, however, was the three-year contract that Memphis opted to re-sign Santi Aldama to.
Aldama, 24, has spent the past four seasons developing into one of the most underrated offensive bigs in the NBA.