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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – APRIL 20: Desmond Bane #22 of the Memphis Grizzlies on the court in the … More first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game One of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center on April 20, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by William Purnell/Getty Images) Getty Images The Memphis Grizzlies and the Orlando Magic have ignited the NBA world with a huge trade that will have a lasting impact on both franchises. Memphis traded Desmond Bane to Orlando for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first round picks, and one first round pick swap according to Shams Charania. This move signifies that Orlando was prepared to cash in on their core of wing duo Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero by giving them a player who can make their lives on the court easier. Last season Bane averaged 19.3 points per game, and 5.3 assists per game, while shooting 39 percent from three on 6 attempts per game with a 60 percent true shooting percentage. Orlando always finds themselves having a sluggish offense because they don’t have a true guard creator, but with this trade they addressed an issue that has plagued them for many years. Not only can Bane initiate offense for them, but he also fits like a glove off the ball, as he shot 42 percent on catch and shoot threes last season as well. Bane will also contribute to Orlando on the defensive end as well, and he will ensure that Orlando remains a top defense in the league while also filling in crucial holes on their offense.…

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