Casspi will retire from basketball after playing two seasons with Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv, James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Casspi played in the NBA for nine seasons before joining an Israeli club team for the past two seasons. Over his NBA career, Casspi averaged 7.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.6 steals. With Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv, the 33-year-old saw heavily reduced minutes in his second season, as he only averaged 4.1 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 10.8 minutes.

Casspi signed a contract Tuesday with Israeli club Maccabi FOX Tel Aviv, John Askounis of Eurohoops.net reports.

EDGE Analysis

The first Israeli player to ever appear in the NBA, Casspi will return to his home country after appearing in 588 regular-season contests over the past decade between the Kings, Cavaliers, Rockets, Pelicans, Timberwolves, Warriors and Grizzlies since being selected in the first round in the 2009 draft. The forward, who started his career with Maccabi when he was just 16 years old, should take on a vital role for the club as he returns to the EuroLeague. Since he's still just 31 years old, Casspi may have a shot at resurfacing in the NBA down the road.

Casspi (knee) was waived by the Grizzlies on Thursday, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Casspi recently underwent surgery to repair a torn right meniscus, and his return before the end of the season wasn't guaranteed, so it isn't all too surprising to see the Grizzlies part ways with the 30-year-old. Prior to getting cut loose, Casspi posted averages of 6.3 points and 3.2 rebounds in 14.4 minutes.

An MRI revealed Friday that Casspi has a tear in his right meniscus that will require surgery.

EDGE Analysis

This is unfortunate news for both Casspi and the Grizzlies, as it was originally believed that he was nursing knee soreness. He's slated to undergo surgery sometime next week, and a timetable for his return has not yet been released. Expect Casspi to miss significant time while rehabbing from surgery.

Casspi (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Casspi's sore right knee will cost him a fourth straight game, which should allow 10-day signee to maintain a sizable role off the bench behind starting forwards Kyle Anderson and Jaren Jackson (quadriceps). The injury is a disappointing setback for Casspi, whose value had been on the rise with averages of 11.8 points (on 54.9 percent shooting from the field), 4.0 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 0.8 treys in 24.7 minutes per game over his six appearances prior to getting hurt.

Casspi (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

This will be Casspi's third straight absence with right knee soreness, as it looks like the Grizzlies are electing to be cautious with the veteran. His next opportunity to take the hardwood will be Friday in Charlotte.

Casspi (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nuggets, David Cobb of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Casspi will miss a second straight game as he continues to nurse right knee soreness. His next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Timberwolves.

The Grizzlies list Casspi (knee) as doubtful for Monday's game against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Casspi is expected to be one of at least four players unavailable Monday, as Chandler Parsons (not with team), Dillon Brooks (toe) and Garrett Temple (shoulder) have already been ruled out. On a more fortunate note, Memphis could get a starting wing in Kyle Anderson (ankle) back from an extended absence, while another key rotational forward in JaMychal Green (knees) is listed as probable for the contest. Assuming Anderson and Green are both back in action this week, Casspi may not have a clear path to meaningful minutes once he's healthy again.

Casspi (knee) won't play in Saturday's game against Indiana, David Cobb of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.

EDGE Analysis

As expected, Casspi won't play Saturday. In his stead, look for Justin Holiday to play a significant role considering Kyle Anderson (ankle) and Garrett Temple (shoulder) are also out.

Casspi (knee) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against INdiana.

EDGE Analysis

The extent of Casspi's injury is unclear, but he appears to have picked it up in Friday's tilt with Sacramento during which he scored 18 points, grabbed five rebounds and swiped four balls. Look for more information about the severity of his knee soreness to come out ahead of Monday's matchup with the Nuggets, but if he were forced to miss any time, Justin Holiday would likely see an uptick in minutes.