Grading Grizzlies' 2026 NBA Draft class, here's what Cameron Boozer gets

The Memphis Grizzlies completed their 2026 NBA Draft class with Cameron Boozer as the centerpiece, grading their picks across three selections. Memphis took power forward Cameron Boozer, the No. 3 overall pick, after earlier trade activity shifted their draft position, and the article frames the choice as an immediate need at power forward following Memphis trading Jaren Jackson Jr. in February. It notes Boozer is 6-foot-9 from Duke and that the team views playing alongside a true center as a way to maximize his skills near Zach Edey, while questions remain about his defensive upside. The second pick, Karim Lopez at No. 21, earned a C+ grade; he is a 6-foot-9 combo forward from Australia’s professional league with physicality but is characterized as more of a long-term project, with perimeter shooting a key potential unlock. Richie Saunders, selected No. 32, is graded B after entering with shooting reputation from BYU despite an ACL tear in February.