Kyle Anderson's return to the Grizzlies could pay off more than expected

Fansided | February 19, 2026

One of the more underrated components of the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade is what Kyle Anderson could do for the young players on the roster.

Feb 9, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Kyle Anderson (5) waits to re-enter the game during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

The Memphis Grizzlies are 20-33 and have a very high likelihood of missing the Play-In Tournament. The return of Kyle Anderson will be valuable for the young talent developing in Memphis even if the team continues losing plenty of games.