Ja Morant is doubtful for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls due to a mild ankle strain he sustained during the preseason opener against Dallas, raising concerns about his condition.
During the Memphis Grizzlies‘ matchup against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night, Morant suffered a setback. Early in the third quarter, he limped off the court after re-injuring his ankle, which he had first hurt in the second quarter.
Morant initially strained his ankle while trying to defend a two-on-one fast break in the second quarter but attempted a return to the game. Unfortunately, after making a cut and dunk in the third quarter, he rolled the ankle again. After the second injury, Morant signaled to the team’s athletic trainer, indicating he was done for the night. However, reports suggest his absence may be precautionary, giving fans hope for a quick recovery.
WHERE TO WATCH MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS CHICAGO BULLS?
Watch the Memphis Grizzlies take on the Chicago Bulls on October 12, 2024, through various platforms. Stream the game live on fuboTV, which offers a free trial for new users, or on NBA League Pass, which also has a free trial option. For local broadcasts, tune in to the Chicago Sports Network by checking your local listings.
MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS CHICAGO BULLS INJURY REPORT
Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant: Questionable
Brandon Clarke: Questionable
Vince Williams Jr.: Questionable
Desmond Bane: Questionable
Chicago Bulls
Lonzo Ball: Out
Alex Caruso: Out
Zach Lavine: Out
Coby White: Out
Torrey Craig: Out
Dalen Terry: Out
MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES VS CHICAGO BULLS PLAYERS STATS
Memphis Grizzlies
Brandon Clarke: 17.0 PTS, 1.0 AST, 1.0 BLK, 4.0 REB
Desmond Bane: 14.0 PTS, 3.0 AST, 1.0 BLK, 4.5 REB
Ja Morant: 13.0 PTS, 3.0 AST, 1.0 BLK, 4.0 REB
Jaylen Wells: 12.5 PTS, 1.5 AST, 0.0 BLK, 4.0 REB
Santi Aldama: 10.5 PTS, 4.0 AST, 0.0 BLK, 6.0 REB
Chicago Bulls
Coby White: 21.0 PTS, 3.0 AST, 0.0 BLK, 3.0 REB
Jalen Smith: 11.0 PTS, 0.0 AST, 0.0 BLK, 10.0 REB
Josh Giddey: 11.0 PTS, 3.0 AST, 2.0 BLK, 7.0 REB
Matas Buzelis: 10.0 PTS, 3.0 AST, 1.0 BLK, 5.0 REB
Ayo Dosunmu: 10.0 PTS, 1.0 AST, 0.0 BLK, 1.0 REB
Ja Morant’s return to the Memphis Grizzlies this preseason is crucial for the team’s success. After being sidelined for a significant part of last season due to injury, he is back on the court, bringing both explosive skill and key leadership. His dynamic play and improved shooting have already energized the offense, which faltered without him. With Morant back, the team has more scoring options, and his presence eases the pressure on his teammates, leading to smoother overall team performance.
