With
Mike Conley, Jr finally healthy, the Grizzlies have (rightfully) decided to embrace a full-fleged youth movement. That means
Damon Stoudamire went from the starting lineup to the inactive list in the blink of an eye, with Conley replacing him and
Kyle Lowry serving as the primary backup. Not surprisingly, Stoudamire is a bit miffed and has requested a trade or a buyout through his agent, Aaron Goodwin. From
Ron Tillery of the Memphis Commercial Appeal:
"For the Grizzlies to demote Damon because of his age and because of the team's record is unacceptable," Goodwin said. "They're going to have to do right by Damon - move to get him out of there or restructure his contract so he can be bought out. Mr. Heisley is a good, compassionate man. But we're not going to sit back and watch Damon's career rot."
Goodwin referred to Griz owner Michael Heisley, who said the team will try within reason to accommodate Stoudamire. Heisley, though, cautioned that the team will consider a lot more than Stoudamire's personal desire if something is done.
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