Effective signing in Memphis
The Memphis Grizzlies have added Carson Cooper effective September 28 on a two-way contract. The move is already listed as effective: it is an official roster signing, not an ongoing negotiation, and the center joins the first team with scope to split time with its G League affiliate.
The move appears in the NBA.com official transaction record and was corroborated by Hoops Rumors and CBS Sports, which had already reported the center's agreement with Memphis after the Draft. None of the references published salary figures, a detailed length or contract clauses.
Carson Cooper's profile and fit
Cooper, a 6-foot-11 center developed over four years at Michigan State, closed his college career as a starter averaging 11.1 points and 7.1 rebounds in his senior season. His profile adds size, rebounding presence and interior rotation minutes for the 2026/27 preseason.
What it means for the roster
For Memphis, the immediate effect is added interior depth on a flexible deal ahead of the 2026/27 season. The club has not announced a further step directly linked to this addition.
