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The Memphis Grizzlies (14-16) have played admirably and competently without Ja Morant, but as long as the star point guard remains a part of the franchise’s plans, the team will need him to stay on the court. Continuity is essential, and this group has been forced to switch lineups far too often over the last few years. Perhaps the Grizz can begin to obtain a consistent form starting on Friday. Morant is questionable to play versus the Milwaukee Bucks (12-18), per NBA correspondent Marc Stein.
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The 2021-22 All-NBA Second-Team selection and Most Improved Player of the Year has missed the last four games with an ankle sprain, but he has now been upgraded on the injury report ahead of this FedExForum clash with Milwaukee. Morant was on the shelf for a month before returning from a calf strain on Dec. 12. The consensus has long been that the two-time All-Star’s aggressive and occasionally acrobatic playing style leaves him vulnerable to lower-body ailments. He is hoping to change the trend moving forward.
A healthy and locked-in Morant is obviously what the Grizzlies want. They know how dangerous they can be if the 26-year-old is at his absolute best. Unfortunately, Memphis has not seen that version much during 2025.
Ja Morant is scoring 17.7 points while shooting 35.7 percent from the field and 19.4 percent from 3-point range through 14 games this season. He is still a valuable playmaker, but the Grizzlies need him to be far more impactful offensively. A home game versus the Giannis Antetokounmpo-less Bucks could be an ideal time for No. 12 to return. Fans will have to wait to find out his status for Friday night.