I remember sometime in past years, you talked about wanting to see Jaren be aggressive and their best version, but lately his shots have gone down. I think he had six today — he’s down to like 12 a game this year, when he was at 16 last year. What are you noticing, as the point guard, in terms of why Jaren isn’t getting the same volume of looks?” Ja Morant: “I mean, if y’all watch basketball, it’s pretty much — you got to give him space, and we play with space. We don’t have no space. We’re not making enough shots, so guys are able to pack the paint and shift a lot. I don’t know if y’all dissect basketball like that or not, or y’all just look at the shot attempts, but if you watch the game, you’ll see — it’s not enough space. We got to make more shots and open up the floor for him.” YouTube | Nov. 6, 2025

Memphis, much like Houston, is also in the process of learning a new system, but Morant’s body language, which was lacking at a somber morning shootaround, was off all evening. Outside of a mini briefing midway through the fourth quarter with the game already out of reach, Morant didn’t speak to Iisalo. During timeouts, Morant would be off to himself at either end of the bench, swimming in his own thoughts. There were no reassuring handshakes or taps from Iisalo whenever Morant was subbed out, the tension palpable within Fedex Forum. Yahoo! Sports | Nov. 6, 2025

It’s no secret that Kevin Durant may be the NBA’s biggest troll, both on socials and on the court. During Wednesday night’s game between the Rockets and Grizzlies, Durant didn’t have the greatest shooting night with just 11 points in his team’s 124–109 win. However, the NBA vet did put together another all-time trolling performance with some sassy remarks directed toward Ja Morant’s dad, Tee, who was sitting courtside. In a TikTok video shared by user @courtsidedunk, Durant could be seen walking toward Tee Morant during a break in action. Mics caught Durant telling Tee, “Your son don’t wanna be here,” eliciting lots of laughter from Morant and his friends. Spurred on by their tickled reactions, Durant continued, appearing to tell Tee, “We know it’s your last weekend. Enjoy your time.” Sports Illustrated | Nov. 6, 2025

For all the sources we’ve heard from who believe Ja Morant has indeed shifted into that mode, there has yet to be a credible murmur from the Memphis Grizzlies’ side to suggest that they would even entertain the idea of trying to trade their most popular player. marcstein.substack.com | Nov. 6, 2025

Former Grizzlies coach David Fizdale weighed in on the situation during a SiriusXM NBA Radio interview, suggesting the friction between Morant and the organization began last year when Memphis fired Taylor Jenkins just before the playoffs. “I don’t know what happened internally, but once you fire a coach of the caliber of Taylor Jenkins, that told me that something’s wrong,” Fizdale said. “He had the city supporting him, took the team to the second round of the playoffs. To see that firing told me things were not good there. It kind of seems like it’s coming out with Ja now.” BasketNews | Nov. 5, 2025

Kendrick Perkins: “The organizations that whisper behind their coaches’ backs and don’t have their backs? Their teams are trash. So again, I feel like this relationship has run its course. I do think it’s time for Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies to part ways. And I think there’s only one option for Ja — only one direction he needs to go: he needs that Erik Spoelstra–Pat Riley–Miami Heat type of structure.” YouTube | Nov. 5, 2025

The Grizzlies’ next opponent, the Houston Rockets, need a point guard after losing Fred Van Vleet to a torn ACL in the preseason but, per a team source, are unlikely to pursue Ja Morant. That’s just a small sample size of what might be out there, and not out there, if the Morant sweepstakes ever actually begin. New York Times | Nov. 5, 2025

As for where this is all headed, it’s worth remembering that Ja Morant is still just 26 years old. At his best, he’s a player who was in the running for “face of the league” honors not too long ago. His baggage has been well chronicled, but there is still no shortage of teams that will continue monitoring his situation. The Minnesota Timberwolves, per a team source, are one. Ditto for the Sacramento Kings.  New York Times | Nov. 5, 2025