Marc Gasol claims that he is ready to move from a Spanish team to the NBA, according to The Associated Press.

He has spent the past two seasons with Spain's Akasvayu Girona, but his rights are held by the Memphis Grizzlies.

"Now I've got a good opportunity, and I'll give it a try. I'm excited about it," the 23-year-old center told the Europa Press. "In the United States basketball is different; it gets played differently. The best centers are there; there's another rhythm of play and another rhythm of life."

Grizzlies' spokesman Dustin Krugel said Monday, "Our general manager has expressed interest in bringing him over."