The Trade That Changed Everything | Memphis Grizzlies News

What looked like a disastrous trade in 2008—Memphis sending All-Star Pau Gasol to the Lakers for scraps and draft picks—ended up being the franchise’s greatest gift: Marc Gasol. The younger brother, initially seen as little more than a footnote, became the heart of the Grizzlies’ defense, an All-Star, DPOY winner, and the cornerstone of their “Grit and Grind” era. His jersey now hangs in the rafters, his stats set team records, and he’s widely regarded as the greatest player in franchise history. While Pau won rings with LA, Memphis got the ultimate surprise package—a legacy built on one unexpected brother. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8e4b2752d9655c51