Grizzlies take Duke’s Boozer at No. 3, reset hinges on Morant-Jackson core
Memphis adds elite frontcourt talent with Cameron Boozer, betting the 2026 No. 3 pick can anchor the next wave alongside Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
3 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Boozer’s arrival caps a franchise pivot toward pairing elite young talent with core stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. The ’ front office bet the 20-year-old forward’s two-way upside and offensive versatility can complement Memphis’ dynamic backcourt while providing a third high-level scorer alongside Morant and Jackson.
