Tag: Ja Morant

Ja Morant sidelined at least two more weeks; Caldwell-Pope set for finger surgery

Ja Morant
February 2026

Memphis said Ja Morant will miss at least two more weeks while rehabbing a sprained UCL in his left elbow, with discomfort still present. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will have surgery on his right pinky, with a recovery timeline to follow. Morant will be re-evaluated in two weeks after continued rehab. He has played 20 games this season, averaging 19.5 points, 7.4 assists, and 4.6 rebounds. Memphis kept him through the deadline but moved Jaren Jackson Jr. to Utah.

Ja Morant Out At Least Three Weeks With Left Elbow UCL Sprain

Ja Morant
January 2026

Morant is expected to miss at least the next three weeks after spraining the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow, another disruption in a season where he has played 20 of 43 games. The injury happened in the loss to the Hawks and was confirmed by the team, with a re-evaluation timeline set. It follows a recent calf absence and continues an interrupted campaign amid ongoing trade speculation.

Morant Could Return in London as Grizzlies Dismiss Trade Noise

Ja Morant
January 2026

Iisalo said there is a good chance Morant plays against Orlando in London after practicing fully, while the team downplayed ongoing trade speculation and focused on results. Morant’s availability hinges on how his calf responds overnight, with Memphis aiming to stabilise after poor form; Orlando came in boosted by Franz Wagner’s return from a high ankle sprain and the lift of playing in Europe.

Raptors linked with potential Ja Morant trade as Grizzlies slide

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)
Current 2025–26 NBA season, with Morant out injured

As Memphis struggle at 7–12, league chatter has started to link Ja Morant with a possible move, with the Toronto Raptors mentioned by insiders as a speculative destination for a high level lead guard to push their 14–5 team deeper into contention.
Reported interest centres on Toronto’s need for a primary ball handler alongside Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram, with Immanuel Quickley and RJ Barrett viewed as possible trade pieces. Any deal would be complex due to Morant’s dip in form, current calf strain, and two remaining contract years at over 40 million dollars each.

Grizzlies suspend Ja Morant for conduct detrimental

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)
November 2025

Memphis suspended Morant for comments and demeanor after the Lakers loss, adding to prior disciplinary history. He said postgame, “Go ask the coaching staff,” and appeared disengaged at times. He’s averaging 20.8 points through six games on a max deal; return timing not specified. Memphis needs message discipline and on-court cohesion. Short term: elevate Desmond Bane’s initiator role, more Jaren Jackson Jr. elbow touches, and prioritize half-court execution. Organizationally: set clear communication protocols and accountability standards to prevent repeat flashpoints while they navigate a tight early-season margin.

Ja Morant Ruled Out of Game 4 with Left Hip Injury as Grizzlies Face Elimination

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)
April 2025 (Game 4, First-Round Playoffs)

Ja Morant will miss Game 4 against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a left hip injury suffered during Memphis’ Game 3 loss.
Morant crashed to the court after a foul, missed two free throws, and exited in pain. Already down 0-3, the Grizzlies now face elimination without their superstar guard.

Judge Dismisses Assault Lawsuit Against Ja Morant, Citing Self-Defense

Ja Morant v Joshua Holloway
April 2025 (Ruling issued Monday)

A judge has dismissed a civil lawsuit filed by Joshua Holloway, who accused Ja Morant of assault during a 2022 pickup game, ruling Morant acted in self-defense.
The court found Holloway’s testimony not credible and upheld Morant’s civil immunity under Tennessee’s “stand your ground” law. Witnesses, including Mike Miller, confirmed Holloway initiated the incident by hitting Morant with the ball.

Ja Morant Shrugs Off Ankle Concerns After Blowout Loss

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)
April 2025 (Game 1, postgame)

Ja Morant scored 17 points and said his sprained ankle didn’t affect him in the 51-point loss to Oklahoma City.
Morant confirmed he felt fine and declined to reveal if he needed another painkiller shot after his injury in the play-in round.

Ja Morant a Game-Time Call for Grizzlies’ Play-In Showdown

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies)
Injured April 16 vs. Warriors, game-time decision for April 18 vs. Mavericks

Suffered a right ankle injury after stepping on Buddy Hield’s foot. Despite finishing the game, swelling has limited his practice availability.
Receiving 24/7 treatment. Interim coach Tuomas Iisalo says Morant will push to play if physically capable. A decision will be made just before tipoff.

Ja Morant & Buddy Hield Warned by NBA Over Gun Gesture Celebration

Ja Morant (Memphis Grizzlies), Buddy Hield (Golden State Warriors)
Incident occurred Tuesday night, warning issued Thursday

Both players were issued formal warnings by the NBA for mimicking shooting gestures during a game. The league ruled the actions inappropriate but not violent in nature.
Morant made finger-gun gestures toward the Warriors bench, while Hield did the same just prior. Both received technical fouls during the game. The NBA, sensitive to Morant’s prior suspensions involving firearms, opted for a warning this time but reminded both teams of decorum expectations.

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