A surprising development, the Memphis Grizzlies have announced they will not retain guard Cole Anthony, citing salary cap limitations following the recent Jaren Jackson Jr. contract extension. Anthony, who arrived in Memphis just last month as part of the Desmond Bane trade, now finds himself back on the market—a valuable and unexpected free agent.
Though his time with the Grizzlies was brief and unofficial, Anthony’s potential impact on a new team shouldn’t be overlooked. At 9.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game in just 18.4 minutes, he has proven to be a dynamic scoring and playmaking presence off the bench. He also boasts a reliable 82% free throw percentage, a sign of his polished offensive fundamentals.
At just 24 years old, Anthony still has room to grow and remains a strong candidate for teams looking to bolster their backcourt. Whether as a top-tier backup or a spot starter, his ability to create shots, push the pace, and energize second units makes him an intriguing pickup in the current free agent market.
For Memphis, the decision underlines their long-term financial priorities, particularly their investment in their young core. But for Anthony, this development could open the door to a fresh opportunity—possibly with a playoff contender in need of scoring punch off the bench.
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