The Memphis Grizzlies will be preparing to take on the Toronto Raptors for their next matchup in Scotiabank Arena. And one of the biggest questions on fans’ minds is whether star guard Ja Morant will be in the lineup.
Currently, Morant is not listed in the injury report, and he is most likely to play against the Raptors. His presence in the court could prove crucial for the team after a few recent misses. Morant has been a crucial part of Memphis’ lineup this season, averaging 20.5 points and a team-high 7.6 assists per game.
They will be facing a Raptors team who are coming with a record of 16-33 this season. The Raptors are dealing with their own injury concerns, with key players Kelly Olynyk and Immanuel Quickley listed as questionable. And Toronto may need to lean heavily on their leading scorers, RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes, to compensate for any absences.
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Ultimately, Morant’s availability could tilt the balance in favor of the Grizzlies. They are currently riding high with a 34-16 record that also features nine wins in their last ten games. If he takes the floor, Memphis’ offense looks fine enough. Additionally, they are leading the league with 123.5 points per game.
Memphis Grizzlies Might Cut Ties With Ja Morant Via Trade To Heat
The Grizzlies currently have an impressive record that sits them at the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. But speculations hint that they may be on the verge of making a bold move. Rumor has it that the Grizzlies might trade superstar point guard Ja Morant to the Miami Heat.
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This speculation comes in light of recent shocking trades around the NBA. YouTuber SROS recently suggested that Morant could be an intriguing fit in Miami. While the trade does not look obvious, recent development in the league suggests anything is possible.
“When Luka got traded, I said wow, any of these good guards in the Western Conference could get traded at any second. I know I said I wasn’t going to talk about Shai, and I’m not, but he’s probably one of the more premier assets in the league,” SROS said. “Another Western Conference guard that, you never know what could happen, Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies. Could I get him to South Beach? Could I create a Big Four of Ja, Jimmy Butler, Tyler Herro, and Bam Adebayo in the final days of Jimmy in Miami?” he added.
Although Morant’s on-court numbers are undeniable, but his off-court issues and injury history are still woes. Despite these challenges, he remains the franchise player, dynamically influencing games with his explosive style of play.
