Superstar of the Memphis Grizzlies By Ja Morad The situation was up in the air for Thursday’s matchup with the Golden State Warriors. The point guard was earlier questionable for this game, but is available before the game.
According to the Grizzlies injury report, has lower back pain. Morant has been sidelined since Dec. 8 after initially injuring his hip on Nov. 7. He played in Sunday’s 116-110 loss to the LA Lakers.
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If Morad is out, Scottie Pippen Jr. will replace him in the starting lineup. However, his absence would be a significant blow to the Grizzlies. Morant has been in terrific form of late, averaging 23.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 7.3 assists in December and posting multiple 30-point games.
Ja Morant vs Golden State Warriors Stats
Ja Morant has played 11 games against him Golden State Warriorsaveraged 22.4 ppg, 4.1 rpg and 7.4 apg, shooting 43/25/75 splits. They have won just five times, posting a losing record against the Grizzlies’ conference opponents.
If Morant is upgraded to available, it will be his first game against the Warriors in nearly two years. He last played them on January 25, 2023, tallying 29 points, four rebounds and 12 assists on 50.0% shooting in a 122-120 loss.
The Grizzlies enter this game on a 10-2 streak but are coming off a 116-110 loss to the Lakers. They will be hoping to bounce back against the struggling Warriors, who have lost eight of their last 10.
However, this relies heavily on Ja Morant’s adjustment and it would take a monumental effort from others in his absence as the Warriors enter this contest relatively healthy.
Where to watch Golden State Warriors vs Memphis Grizzlies?
The Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies will headline Thursday on NBA League Pass. Meanwhile, NBC Sports Bay Area and FanDuel Sports Network – Southeast will provide coverage of the game in local areas beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET and beyond. The Grizzlies enter this contest as -2.5 point favorites with a -135 money line.
Edited by Arhaan Raje
