“Jake is an important part of the Grizzlies future,” said Grizzlies President of Basketball Operations Jerry West. “and we are thrilled that he will continue to grow with our team for years to come.” 

Tsakalidis spent last season with the Grizzlies after being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 2000 out of Greece.

In 40 games last season he averaged, 4.3 points/3.2 rebounds...making his career average 5.5 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.

Terms of the 3 year deal were not given for the 7 foot 2 inch 25 year old center.