The Memphis Grizzlies and Zach Randolph have begun discussions on a long-term extension, according to sources.

Randolph has until June 30 to trigger a $16.5 million player option for the final season of his contract.

Randolph is extremely popular within the Memphis community and would like to end his career with the franchise.

Randolph has talked directly with Robert Pera in the past week and he and his agent Raymond Brothers sensed a serious commitment to keep Randolph in Memphis with a new deal.

"We have a great level of comfort and trust with Robert Pera and Chris Wallace," Brothers told Yahoo Sports on Monday. "Chris and I have been working together for years. He is a good guy."