US EditionJahmai Mashack drafted by Memphis Grizzlies with final pick of the 2025 NBA Draft
SHELBY COUNTY, TENNESSEE, JUN 27 – Jahmai Mashack was selected for his defensive prowess and leadership, joining Memphis as the 59th overall pick amid multiple draft-night trades involving several NBA teams.
- Late Wednesday, the Memphis Grizzlies acquired the final pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, selecting Tennessee guard Jahmai Mashack at No. 59 after multiple draft-night trades.
- Memphis targeted Mashack, a member of the All-SEC Defensive Team and finalist for Naismith Defensive Player of the Year, for his leadership and defensive skills.
- Defensive metrics show Mashack held opponents to 32.8% shooting, with a 6.6 DBPM, ranking fourth nationally, demonstrating elite defensive ability.
- Immediately following his selection, the Memphis Grizzlies added three guards to their roster to fill the 16.9-point gap left by Desmond Bane's trade.
- More broadly, Tennessee has had a fifth consecutive year with a player drafted, with Mashack as the third Volunteer selected by Memphis under Coach Barnes.
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Memphis Grizzlies draft Jahmai Mashack from Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee basketball standout Jahmai Mashack is staying in the Volunteer State. The Memphis Grizzlies selected the defensive stalwart with the final pick of the 2025 NBA Draft on Thursday. Mashack leaves Tennessee tied with Zakai Zeigler for the most victories by a four-year player in program history. He appeared in the most NCAA Tournament victories and games of any player in Tennessee history, setting school records f…
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