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Bismack Biyombo is set to sign a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies.

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The Memphis Grizzlies are expected to sign free agent center Bismack Biyombo, according to a report from The Athletic's Shams Charania.

Bismack Biyombo

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Biyombo, a 13-year veteran, played the past two seasons as a backup with the Phoenix Suns. The club is looking to add center depth in free agency after losing Steven Adams to season-ending surgery.

However, the move will not be official until the sixth game of the season, as the Grizzlies will be granted a roster exception for the final 20 games of Ja Morant’s suspension. Memphis (0-3) has filled all 15 of its roster spots and Biyombo could join the team after Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz.

Biyombo has been in the league for over a decade, mainly as a reserve but also has experience as a starter for significant stretches at different times. He has averaged at least one block per game in nine of his last 12 seasons.

He played 14.3 minutes per game last season with the Suns and averaged 4.3 points and 1.4 blocks. He also averaged 6.7 rebounds per game in 14 starts last season. He played 22.6 minutes per game in those starts.

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