Morant (ankle) won't play Wednesday in Minnesota, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Morant will return to the sidelines Wednesday after tweaking his ankle during Monday's win over the Clippers, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Saturday's game versus the Wizards. Cam Spencer (personal) will be joining Morant on the inactive list Wednesday evening, so Vince Williams is likely looking at big minutes and a starting role.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Downgraded to doubtful
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Morant (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.
After tweaking his ankle Monday against the Clippers, Morant was initially carrying a questionable tag. It's now looking like the Grizzlies will hold him out, but that's not a huge surprise given his durability concerns. With Morant likely to be sidelined, the Grizzlies will likely lean on Vince Williams, Jaylen Wells and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, as Cam Spencer (personal) is also out.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Iffy for Wednesday
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Morant (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
The star guard tweaked his ankle during the fourth quarter of Monday's win over the Clippers, and his status remains uncertain for Wednesday. With Cam Spencer (personal) already ruled out, Vince Williams would likely serve as the de facto point guard if Morant is also unable to play.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Tweaks ankle Monday
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Morant suffered an ankle injury during the fourth quarter of Monday's game against the Clippers, Mark Medina of TheSportingTribune.com reports.
Morant injured his ankle on a drive to the basket and was in obvious pain after the play, per Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal. He would check out with 3:40 remaining in the contest and didn't return with the game comfortably in hand. The team intends to re-evaluate the star point guard Tuesday, and the hope is that he managed to avoid a significant injury.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Remaining on restriction Monday
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Morant will be on a minutes limit Monday against the Clippers, Janis Carr Orange County Register reports.
Morant was on a 25-minute restriction in his first game back Friday against the Jazz, and he figures to stick around that mark again Monday as the Grizzlies ease him back into action. He was incredibly effective in a 130-126 loss Monday, racking up 21 points, four rebounds, 10 assists and one block.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Scores 21 points in return
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Morant (calf) had 21 points (7-20 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 5-7 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists and a block across 25 minutes in Friday's 130-126 loss to the Grizzlies.
Morant was limited to 25 minutes in his return from a 10-game absence due to a calf injury, but that was more than enough to show he's fully recovered. He posted a double-double, and while there was some rust in his shooting, he showed glimpses of his talent and elite ability to run the offense. Morant should remain the Grizzlies' go-to option on offense as long as he finds a way to stay healthy.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Upgraded to available
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Morant (calf) is available for Friday's game against the Jazz, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Morant was upgraded from questionable to probable earlier Friday, and he'll return from a 10-game absence in this matchup. The return of Morant should translate to fewer minutes for players such as Cam Spencer and Vince Williams.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Probable for Friday
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Morant (calf) is probable for Friday's game against the Jazz, Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
Morant has been upgraded from questionable to probable and is expected to return from a 10-game absence. For now, it's unclear if he will face any restrictions in his first game back. With Morant back in the mix, both Cam Spencer and Vince Williams could lose some offensive reps.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Listed as questionable
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Morant (calf) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jazz.
Morant practiced without limitations Thursday and appears to be trending in the right direction. If he gets through warmups without any setbacks, Morant will likely get the green light to return from a 10-game absence. If he does play, players such as Cam Spencer and Vince Williams will likely be less involved in the offense.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: No limitations in practice
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Morant (calf) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
The Grizzlies still have to release an official injury report ahead of Friday's tilt against the Jazz, and it sounds like Morant is trending in the right direction. A strained calf has kept the star guard out of action since the middle of November, but once Morant is cleared to retake the floor, Cam Spencer and Vince Williams are likely to have the most to lose from a fantasy perspective.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Won't play Sunday
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Morant (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Morant will remain on the shelf for a 10th consecutive contest due to a right calf strain. On a more positive note, the star point guard received a doubtful tag for the first time since going down with the calf injury, suggesting he could be nearing a return. His next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Jazz.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Doubtful for Sunday
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Morant (calf) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
While the star point guard is still expected to miss his 10th consecutive game, this marks the first time he has drawn at least a doubtful tag since sustaining the right calf strain. If he's ultimately ruled out, his next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Jazz.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Ruled out vs. Clippers
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Morant (calf) won't play in Friday's game against the Clippers.
Head coach Tuomas Iisalo revealed Thursday that Morant (calf) is now being evaluated on a day-to-day basis, so the star guard's status is worth noting. His next chance to return from a calf strain arrives Sunday against Portland. Until the Grizzlies clear Morant for game action, Vince Williams remains worth holding in the majority of fantasy settings.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: Considered day-to-day
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Memphis coach Tuomas Iisalo said Thursday that Morant (calf) is now considered day-to-day, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Morant participated in parts of Thursday's progress and appears to be trending in the right direction. Memphis' next game is on Dec. 5 against the Clippers, but a return for that one may still be wishful thinking until he goes through a full practice. Based on previous reporting, the most likely outcome is a return Dec. 12 against the Jazz.
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Grizzlies' Ja Morant: To be re-evaluated this week
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Morant (calf) is set to be re-evaluated after Tuesday's game against the Spurs, Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site reports.
Morant hasn't played since Nov. 15 due to a Grade 1 right calf strain and can be considered week-to-week until the Grizzlies provide an update on his timeline for a return. Until the star point guard is cleared to play, Cam Spencer, Vince Williams and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope are candidates for increased playing time.
