Stephen A. claims that the NBA's best players don't want to play in Memphis because of safety concerns: "You've got to clean some of that stuff up" originally appeared on Basketball Network.

Ja Morant slams Stephen A. Smith’s claim that NBA players avoid Memphis due to safety issues, reaffirming his loyalty to the Grizzlies.

The Grizzlies traded Desmond Bane on June 15 and created more roster flexibility. That move has led to rumors and reports, ranging from a potential rebuild to interest in Durant, who is expected to be traded from the Suns this offseason.

The Memphis Grizzlies gained some valuable trade assets in the form of four first-round picks from the Orlando Magic after trading Desmond Bane earlier this week, but the team reportedly won't be in the mix for Kevin Durant.

The Memphis Grizzlies are not intending to trade for star Kevin Durant, a source with knowledge of the Grizzlies thinking told The Commercial Appeal.