Grizzlies hold key to 2009 draft

The Memphis Grizzlies are trying to talk tough because they have the No. 2 pick on the NBA draft, saying they are not afraid to draft Ricky Rubio using their pick but no one believes them.

Grizzlies General Manager Chris Wallace, finds himself in a tough spot. He has a doubtful owner, Michael Heisley, who is still angered by the the trade using Pau Gasol, and a player agent, Dan Fegan, threatening to embarrass the Grizzlies franchise should it try to take Rubio.

Wallace is also liking the University of Memphis freshman Tyreke Evans, but thinks he could still get him without using their No. 2 pick. Nothing happens in this draft until the Grizzlies make a decision; then we will know.

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