Now in his third year with the franchise — and set to hit unrestricted free agency at its conclusion — LaRavia is healthier and having by far his best campaign yet. He hired a chef to improve his diet,

The Grizzlies traded Marcus Smart, Jake LaRavia and a 1st round pick for Marvin Bagley, Johnny Davis and a pair of 2nd round picks.

Was the draft-pick cost of the deal and the short-term risk of sapping the team’s depth and experience worth whatever flexibility is gained next summer?