The Memphis Grizzlies have formally signed forward Olivier-Maxence Prosper to a standard NBA contract, moving him off his previous two-way agreement. This decision reflects the team’s growing confidence in Prosper, following his contributions this season.
Prosper’s Performance and Development This Season
Standing 6-foot-8 and weighing 215 pounds, Prosper has taken part in 36 games with Memphis this season, starting in seven. He has averaged 7.6 points per game while shooting 54.1% from the field and grabbing 3.1 rebounds over nearly 16 minutes of playtime. Notably, in his most recent nine appearances, he elevated his production to 14.0 points on 67.5% shooting across 24.3 minutes per game, including a personal best 25-point effort on February 7 at Portland.
Background and Career Overview
Prosper, a 23-year-old originally from Montreal, was selected 24th overall in the 2023 NBA Draft after playing for Marquette. Across his three NBA seasons with Memphis and the Dallas Mavericks, he has played in 128 regular-season games, starting 12 times, and has posted averages of 4.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 11.6 minutes per game.
Significance of the Contract Upgrade
Converting Olivier-Maxence Prosper to a full NBA deal signals Memphis’ belief in his potential to contribute consistently at the next level. This move is expected to grant him increased opportunities to develop further and solidify his role within the team’s rotation as the season progresses.
