Grizzlies' New Star

Carter's signing with the Grizzlies completed the defending champions' final move in the free-agent market.

Overall, the Grizzlies' roster had not changed much from last season. Although Iguodala and Randolph's signings had caused quite a stir, they could not exactly be considered new additions.

The only true new players were Dinwiddie, Jokic, and Carter. And of those three, the first two probably would not see much playing time next season.

Defending champions had never needed to make major moves in the transfer market. As long as they kept their championship core intact, they would remain competitive.

Compared to the Grizzlies' low-key approach, the Cleveland Cavaliers had been extremely busy in the free-agent market.

Ever since James returned to Cleveland, the Cavaliers had been committed to building a roster capable of taking down the Grizzlies!

To that end, James's personal sharpshooter, James Jones, followed him from the Heat to the Cavaliers. Brandon Hayward was also traded to Cleveland, where he would take on Birdman Anderson's role from the Heat next season.

On top of that, the Cavaliers' trade talks with the Timberwolves over Kevin Love were fiercely debated every day and eagerly leaked by reporters.

If the Cavaliers truly could trade first overall pick Wiggins for Love, James would form another Big Three in Cleveland that would shake the entire league! Compared to the old Big Three, the Irving + Love + James combination would be younger and more explosive.

And, of course, closer to a championship!

Compared to the Cavaliers' grand plan, the Grizzlies' minor moves seemed somewhat shabby.

However, Link had never believed that piling up stars meant piling up strength. He was already quite satisfied with the Grizzlies' roster. This championship core had delivered back-to-back titles and had already stood the test.

Now, Link had no interest in