Grizzlies Facing Threat of Unpopular Ty Jerome Trade

The Memphis Grizzlies could face a difficult decision regarding guard Ty Jerome as his strong play creates trade considerations. The Athletic's John Hollinger points out that Jerome's current contract structure could leave Memphis vulnerable to losing him for nothing in free agency. If the team struggles to maintain its winning pace, Jerome could emerge as a candidate ahead of the February 11 trade deadline.

Jerome is currently earning $9.2 million this season and holds a $9.7 million player option that he is expected to decline if healthy. Because CBA rules limit the extension amount Memphis could offer relative to his open-market value, a permanent trade remains a possibility, particularly given Jerome's past injury history.