The Memphis Grizzlies have signed 7-foot-1 rookie center Lawson Lovering to a 10-day contract, as reported by Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. This move brings the promising Memphis Grizzlies rookie signing into the NBA roster from the team’s G League affiliate.
Performance and Background of Lawson Lovering
Lovering, who played college basketball for the Utah Utes, has been competing this season with the Memphis Hustle in the G League. Over 13 games, he has averaged 8.9 points per game on a 59.3 percent shooting rate, along with 7.8 rebounds and 1.5 blocks while averaging nearly 28 minutes on the court.
At 22 years old, Lovering went undrafted but participated in seven Summer League games with the Grizzlies in 2025, where he averaged 3.4 points and 3.1 rebounds per game, showcasing solid potential.
Roster Context and Future Outlook
The team already includes another towering presence, 7-foot-3 center Zach Edey. Lovering’s addition provides the Memphis Grizzlies with extra depth in the center position as they navigate the current season.
This signing signals the Grizzlies’ intent to develop young talent while strengthening their frontcourt options for upcoming games against teams like the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets.
The Memphis Grizzlies are signing 7-foot-1 rookie center Lawson Lovering to a 10-day contract, agents Drew Kelso and Clay Mallory of @OneMotiveSports told @hoopshype. The former Utah Utes center has spent this season with the Memphis Hustle in the G League. pic.twitter.com/eA9wfvCJ3p
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) February 9, 2026
