The next generation in Memphis has arrived quickly, and with a huge impact on the national perception of what the Grizzlies can be now and in the future. Often called League Pass Darlings, the future behind a generational talent at point guard, and two players that both have star potential in Jaren Jackson Jr. and Brandon Clarke is brighter now than anyone could have expected so soon into what is an extensive rebuild.
Debates about what benefits the Grizzlies more in the long term aside, a weakened bottom half of the Western conference has put the young Grizz in a great position to attract more attention in the playoffs.