The Grizzlies will own and operate an expansion NBA Development League franchise locally starting next season, the team announced Monday afternoon on its website.

There is no name yet for the affiliate that will play a 24-game home schedule in the Landers Center in Southaven. The Grizzlies were previously affiliated with the Iowa Energy. That franchise is joining forces with the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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