Grizzlies to Re-Sign Luke Kennard to One-Year Deal, per Report

The veteran sharpshooter is back in Memphis for the 2024-25 season.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) shoots for three during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum. / Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

The Memphis Grizzlies are bringing back sharpshooting guard Luke Kennard on a one-year, $11 million contract, according to a report from ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Kennard played well when healthy for the Grizzlies in his first full season with the franchise last year following a 2022 trade from the Los Angeles Clippers. The key there is "when healthy." A lingering knee injury allowed Kennard to suit up in only 39 games last season for Memphis, but when he played he averaged 11.0 points on 44.8% shooting from the floor, which included a 45.0% mark from three.

Kennard is one of the league's best three-point shooters, and provides a steady presence in the backcourt whether it be as a starter or off the bench. The 28-year-old will likely play off the bench behind Ja Morant and Marcus Smart next season in Memphis, but expect him to be a key part of the rotation for the Western Conference contenders.