In other words, it was an underwhelming trade deadline for the Grizzlies, especially as there were so many stars getting moved around them. Guys like Jimmy Butler and Kevin Durant were seemingly on the market, but the Grizzlies could not put the pieces together to acquire an elite talent to pair with Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant.

First up is a game against the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night at Footprint Center. The Grizzlies (35-17) are entering this matchup with a healthy rotation that includes Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., Desmond Bane and several impact players. When playing against the Suns, Jackson is the focal point.

Grizzlies star Ja Morant explained postgame that he gave Kevin Durant the game ball, even though the latter didn't want it.

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant was frequently mentioned in speculation before the NBA 's Feb. 6 trade deadline.

The Phoenix Suns (26-26) host the Western Conference's second-place Memphis Grizzlies (35-17) in the final of a three-game homestand on Tuesday.

Ja Morant dribbled the ball as the final seconds of a 119-112 Memphis Grizzlies win over the Phoenix Suns wound down. Right in front of him was Suns forward Kevin Durant. Morant extended his right ...