Geoff Calkins and The Daily Memphian Memphis Grizzlies Beat Reporter Chris Herrington discussed the Grizzlies/City of Memphis Lease Deal Negotiations on Tuesday (8/19/25).
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Sam Hardiman in The Daily Memphian reported that the City of Memphis and the Grizzlies are actively discussing renovation plans for FedExForum paired with a long (longer)-term lease agreement aimed at keeping the team in the city beyond the 2028–29 NBA season. While the precise details remain under wraps, the proposal includes efforts to minimize public financial risk should the Grizzlies leave before the lease concludes.
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