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According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, point guard Austin Rivers is expected to sign a contract with the Memphis Grizzlies once he will be officially released by the Phoenix Suns.

The 26-year-old player was on the final year of his $12.6 million contract. This season, Austin Rivers is averaging 7.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game, while shooting at 39.2 percent from the field.