Oh, snap! Hold on to your seats, people! There’s some big news coming your way about your beloved Memphis Grizzlies, and we can’t wait to share it with you. As Alex Kirschenbaum reported on April 8th, 2023, Kenneth Lofton Jr., that fierce rookie two-way forward we all know and love, is getting promoted to the Grizzlies’ standard roster. You read that right! And it gets even better. Lofton’s agent, Mike George, told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that the up-and-coming star is about to sign a four-year, $7MM contract. Time to break out the confetti and pop some bottles!

Lofton’s performance has been nothing short of impressive, which might explain the Grizzlies’ enthusiasm to have him on their roster. For those who may have been living under a rock, let us remind you that Kenneth Lofton Jr. is the reigning 2022/23 G League Rookie of the Year. Talk about starting your career with a bang!

But alas, not all can be rainbows and unicorns in the world of basketball. With Lofton’s addition to the team, the Grizzlies needed to make some space on the roster. So, they made the tough decision to release rookie guard Kennedy Chandler, as reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic. And let us tell you, our hearts go out to Chandler.

Before you go all teary-eyed on us, it’s essential to remember that Chandler’s basketball journey isn’t necessarily over yet. He was on a long-term agreement with the club and is bound to spark significant interest on the waiver wire. And if that doesn’t work out, Chandler may still catch the eye of potential teams as a free agent after clearing waivers. So, fingers crossed for our guy, Kennedy!

But hey, let’s stay focused on the present and celebrate this milestone in Kenneth Lofton Jr.’s career. Our beloved Grizzlies have gained an extraordinary talent, and we’re pumped to see him dominating the court alongside the team. So, throw on your Grizzlies gear, get your game face on, and let’s cheer for Lofton as he joins the pack. Go Grizzlies!