Santi Aldama is expected to sign a three-year extension to remain with the Memphis Grizzlies, according to ESPN. The new deal is expected to be worth $52 million. Aldama, a 6-foot-11 forward, was acquired by Memphis in the 2021 NBA draft with the 30th overall pick. He has worked his way into one of the team's best scorers in a reserve role.

The Grizzlies went all-in on the current core by inking Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama to new contracts in opening NBA Free Agency.

The start of the NBA's free agency period on Monday night was a bit quiet, but the Memphis Grizzlies were busy keeping their own players for the long haul.