Kentavious Caldwell-Pope News, Rumors, Updates - Memphis Grizzlies

Grabs seven boards in win Caldwell-Pope closed Monday's 121-103 victory over the Clippers with four points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), seven rebounds, six assists and two steals over 23 minutes.

Impact While Caldwell-Pope did not take many shots Monday, he contributed in other ways, dishing out six assists, grabbing a season-high seven rebounds and tacking on two steals. Caldwell-Pope figures to retain a sizable role off the bench.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Heating up from downtown Caldwell-Pope notched 16 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, five assists and two steals in 23 minutes during Sunday's 119-96 win over Portland.

Impact Caldwell-Pope has been stuck in a brutal slump to begin the season, but he finally showed some signs of life Sunday. The 16 points were a season high, a welcome sign as the veteran swingman looks to find his footing during his first year with Memphis. Caldwell-Pope is averaging 8.3 points, 2.8 assists, 1.6 rebounds and 1.8 three-pointers in 20.1 minutes per game over his last eight contests, shooting 51.9 percent from three-point range.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Edey has career-high 32 points to lead Grizzlies past Kings 115-107

Zach Edey had a career-high 32 points and 17 rebounds to help the Memphis Grizzlies hold off the Sacramento Kings 115-107

DECEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Grizzlies eliminated from NBA Cup despite riding strong second half to 112-107 win over Clippers

The Memphis Grizzlies have been eliminated from the NBA Cup despite a 112-107 win over the Los Angeles Clippers

NOVEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Monotonous season continues Caldwell-Pope contributed eight points (2-3 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and three assists across 21 minutes during Monday's 125-115 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Caldwell-Pope continues to do very little for his new team, having recently shifted to a bench role despite the fact that the backcourt is paper-thin right now. Through 18 appearances, the veteran is averaging just 7.5 points and 3.2 assists in 22.9 minutes per game. His days of being a fantasy-relevant player are well behind him, it would seem.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

The Grizzlies need Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to deliver immediately The Grizzlies are counting on Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to make an instant impact and help stabilize their struggling roster.

NOVEMBER 19 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Moving to bench role Caldwell-Pope is not starting against the Cavaliers on Saturday, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact The Grizzlies have decided to shake things up in their lineup and Caldwell-Pope will head to the bench, as Jayden Wells and Cedric Coward will start on the wings alongside Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson and Zach Edey. Caldwell-Pope is averaging 8.1 points per game while shooting a career-worst 29.8 percent from three-point range this season.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Caldwell-Pope (elbow) is not listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Caldwell-Pope exited Wednesday's game against Boston with right elbow soreness, though the issue won't lead to an absence Saturday. With Cedric Coward (foot) unlikely to play, Caldwell-Pope could see a few extra shots fall his way. On the year, the veteran swingman has averaged 8.1 points, 3.1 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.1 three-pointers in 23.4 minutes per contest over 13 games.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Caldwell-Pope exited Wednesday's game with right elbow soreness and he will not return.

Impact Caldwell-Pope was grabbing at his right elbow during Tuesday's game, and he told Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian after that game that it felt like there were "little nerves" every time he hit it. It seems he aggravated the injury during Wednesday's game, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Saturday's contest in Cleveland. If he can't give it a go, Cedric Coward would have the opportunity to start.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores nine in loss Caldwell-Pope finished with nine points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 23 minutes during Sunday's 114-100 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Caldwell-Pope, like the rest of the Grizzlies, was unable to get things going offensively Sunday, but was able to salvage his day from a fantsay production standpoint with a steal and a block. On the season, he is averaging 9.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.7 steals, 0.4 blocks and 1.3 threes per game.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Another quiet showing Caldwell-Pope supplied 12 points (3-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and two assists across 27 minutes during Sunday's 117-104 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Despite the poor shooting display, Caldwell-Pope managed to score in double digits for the fifth time in seven games this season. The veteran swingman still hasn't offered much fantasy appeal overall, and it wouldn't be surprising if the Grizzlies eventually gave rookie first-rounder Cedric Coward more playing time. Caldwell-Pope has averaged 10.6 points, 4.3 assists and 2.4 rebounds in 24.9 minutes per game, shooting a paltry 34.4 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Hands out five assists in win Caldwell-Pope contributed 10 points (3-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Saturday's 128-103 win over the Pacers.

Impact After dishing out six assists in a loss to the Heat on Friday, Caldwell-Pope handed out five more against Indiana on the second night of a back-to-back. Across three outings in 2025-26, KCP is averaging 10.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.0 steals in 25.7 minutes per game. The 13-year veteran has been doing a little bit of everything for his new team, and he and the Grizz will look to improve to 3-1 when they visit Golden State on Monday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Caldwell-Pope (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Heat.

Impact Caldwell-Pope will shed his questionable tag due to right ankle soreness and suit up Friday. The veteran swingman posted 15 points (2-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 31 minutes during Wednesday's season-opening win over New Orleans.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with ankle soreness Caldwell-Pope (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Heat, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact Friday is the front end of a back-to-back set for the Grizzlies. If Caldwell-Pope ends up sitting out against Miami, rookie first-rounder Cedric Coward could get his way into the streaming mix.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up 15 points in win Caldwell-Pope finished with 15 points (2-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 9-9 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 128-122 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact The Grizzlies are very shorthanded to open the season due to injuries, so Caldwell-Pope is going to be leaned on heavily. As the best pure shooter on the roster, Caldwell-Pope's floor spacing will be crucial for the likes of Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson with so much defensive attention on those guys. The veteran shooting guard is likely to be a stable source of points, three-pointers and steals, but his overall upside is lacking.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Drills three triples in loss Caldwell-Pope registered 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and one steal across 19 minutes during Saturday's 122-116 preseason loss to the Hawks.

Impact Caldwell-Pope looked sharp in his second appearance of the preseason, scoring nine of his 13 points from beyond the arc. This is exactly the type of play the Grizzlies were hoping for when bringing him in a two-year, $44.38 million deal, so expect to see the 32-year-old let it fly from beyond the arc heading into the 2025-26 regular season.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will start vs. Atlanta Caldwell-Pope (rest) will be in the starting lineup for Saturday's preseason game against the Hawks.

Impact Caldwell-Pope will be in the first five for his new squad after sitting out Wednesday's preseason game against the Celtics for rest purposes. The veteran guard scored 15 points in his last preseason outing against the Pistons on Monday.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Caldwell-Pope (rest) has been cleared to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Hawks, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

Impact After missing Wednesday's preseason game against the Celtics for rest purposes, Caldwell-Pope will return, along with Ty Jerome (rest) and Jack Landale (rest). In his preseason debut with his new squad on Monday, Caldwell-Pope finished with 15 points, three assists and two rebounds across 21 minutes against the Pistons.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Caldwell-Pope (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Celtics, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

Impact Caldwell-Pope joins Ty Jerome (rest) and Jock Landale (rest) as veteran players who will rest against Boston. Rookie guard Cedric Coward will be in the starting lineup to shoulder the load in the backcourt.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Bench role Wednesday Caldwell-Pope will come off the bench during Wednesday's preseason game against the Celtics.

Impact Caldwell-Pope was in the starting lineup for his preseason debut with Memphis against Detroit on Monday. He'll be in the second unit with rookie guard Cedric Coward getting the start. Caldwell-Pope tallied 15 points, three assists and two rebounds across 21 minutes against the Pistons.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 15 points in loss Caldwell-Pope notched 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three assists and two rebounds in 21 minutes of Monday's 128-112 preseason loss to Detroit.

Impact This was a solid start to Caldwell-Pope's Memphis career. With Ja Morant (ankle) and Jaren Jackson (toe) among several injuries on Memphis' roster, Caldwell-Pope is likely to see a bump in usage rate to open the season. He's certainly someone to monitor closely as a source of efficient three-pointers with plenty of steals.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Why Kentavious Caldwell-Pope's next season could define his career Caldwell-Pope regaining his offensive best is pivotal for the Grizzlies' success this year.

SEPTEMBER 28 • BEALESTREETBEARS.COM

Headed to Memphis The Magic traded Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks and one first-round pick swap to the Grizzlies on Sunday in exchange for Desmond Bane, Shams Charan...

Impact Caldwell-Pope signed a two-year, $44.38 million deal with the Magic last offseason, which included a team option for 2026-27, but his lone season in Orlando didn't go as planned. The veteran posted his fewest points per game (8.7) and shot below 34.5 percent for the first time since 2015-16. Given his salary, Caldwell-Pope should see considerable playing time next season, but Memphis will likely stay busy this offseason in an effort to rejuvenate a stagnant franchise.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando Magic's Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Hopes To Fix Biggest Struggle Following his inaugural season with the Orlando Magic, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope believes he could have shot the ball better. During exit int...

MAY 1 • SI.COM

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