The grizzlies do this because they get different pieces around Ja and they now have 2 2026 firsts to use on the younger generation. Also they open more lanes for Jaylen wells gg Jackson and pat spencer.

Celtics do this because they cut money and get bigger for their starting lineup to be pitch d white jb Clarke and sharpe. They can also wait for Tatum and get the big in the next draft

Pacers do this to contend without Hali and then be able to move McConnell for something else when Hali gets back because pippen can be backup. Pippen can start with nembhard nesmith siakam and jjj. They will still have huff and McConnell on the bench as well. They also keep jarace walker