Grizzlies Trade Santi Aldama to Mavericks
The Memphis Grizzlies have traded forward Santi Aldama to the Dallas Mavericks, ending the Spaniard's five-year run with the franchise that selected him in the 2021 NBA Draft. Memphis adds another young prospect and significant draft capital as the organization continues its roster rebuild.
Trade Breakdown
Memphis Grizzlies receive:
- Guard A.J. Johnson (former first-round pick)
- 2030 first-round pick (via Golden State; protected No. 1-20)
- Two future second-round picks
- Draft rights to Tarik Biberović, a 6-foot-7 wing currently playing for Fenerbahçe in Turkey.
Dallas Mavericks receive:
- Forward Santi Aldama
- Draft rights to Tarik Biberović (if included as part of the finalized structure reported).
Why Memphis Made the Deal
- Continues the Grizzlies' long-term rebuild.
- Adds another young former first-round talent in Johnson.
- Acquires a valuable future first-round pick.
- Increases future draft flexibility with two additional second-round selections.
- Clears Aldama's salary from the books while converting a productive veteran into multiple future assets.
Aldama's Memphis Career
- Spent five seasons with the Grizzlies.
- Averaged career highs of 14.0 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.9 assists during the 2025-26 season before undergoing season-ending knee surgery.
- Developed from the 30th overall pick into one of the NBA's most versatile stretch forwards.
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