The Memphis Grizzlies reacquired its future first round draft pick from the Washington Wizards as part of a three-team deal also involving the New Orleans Hornets, Grizzlies General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announced today. As part of the trade, Memphis sends Javaris Crittenton to Washington and sends future considerations involving a second round draft pick to New Orleans, while the Wizards trade Antonio Daniels to the Hornets in exchange for Mike James. “We are pleased to reacquire our first round pick from Washington,” Wallace said. “Now we possess all our future first round picks and have complete flexibility, if needed, for future deals. The organization also wishes Javaris all the best with the Wizards.” Washington originally received Memphis’ future first round pick in a deal that sent Juan Carlos Navarro to the Bluff City on Aug. 17, 2007. Navarro, who was named to the NBA’s All-Rookie Second Team after averaging 10.9 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 82 games last season, signed with his former Spanish club F.C. Barcelona during the summer. The Grizzlies will retain the right to match any free agent offer he receives should he decide to return to the NBA.
