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On the latest episode of The Ringer’s NBA Show, Howard Beck floated the idea of the Memphis Grizzlies potentially trading star guard Ja Morant in the upcoming offseason. “I’m constantly checking in with executives around trade deadline about like, okay, what we saw, what we didn’t see, what’s next, and in this league, you are […]

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon has responded to Ja Morant’s recent social media post about potentially participating in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, reigniting excitement about the possibility of an elite field of competitors. Following Mac McClung’s historic three-peat victory at the 2025 AT&T Slam Dunk Contest in San Francisco this past Saturday, Morant took […]

The North Carolina basketball team has had a couple of good seasons under head coach Hubert Davis, but it’s looking like the Tar Heels are going to miss the NCAA Tournament for the second time in his four years with the program. That isn’t acceptable at North Carolina as it is one of the best […]

Mac McClung has single-handedly revived the Slam Dunk Contest. The once prestigious NBA All-Star Weekend event used to be filled with star players, and it was must-watch TV because of the high-flying action. The event has faded in recent years because of underwhelming performances and a lack of recognizable names in the event. G-League star […]

Ja Morant is one of the most exciting players in the NBA, and he is a big reason why the Memphis Grizzlies are one of the best teams in the league this year. Morant is averaging over 20 points per game, and the Grizzlies are currently in second place in the Western Conference as we […]

The muscle-flexing Memphis Grizzlies are in a tight battle for playoff positioning in the Western Conference. While the downright scary Oklahoma City Thunder have established themselves as the front-runners for homecourt advantage, the race for second place is wide open. Securing that spot could be the difference between a deep playoff run and an early […]

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest was again worth watching due to Mac McClung putting on a show. After the contest, Ja Morant went on social media and showed interest in participating next year while also lobbying for Zach LaVine and Aaron Gordon to join him. The Sacramento Kings guard heard the call, and he had […]

For the third straight year, Mac McClung participated in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, and for the straight year, he came out on top. With this result in the bag, McClung has teased potentially retiring from the contest, but it sounds like a proposition from Ja Morant and Giannis Antetokounmpo could entice him to return. […]

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest rounded out Saturday’s festivities with a huge spectacle. Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant had to take notice at the impressive jams thrown down by San Antonio Spurs participant, and Rising Stars MVP Stephon Castle on the night. Castle, who ended up falling just shy of stopping Mac McClung from achieving […]

When Mac McClung made Slam Dunk Contest history on Saturday, it caught the eye of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant. Both NBA All-Stars are known for ruthlessly dunking on people. For Antetokounmpo, he uses his aggressiveness and physicality to simply bulldoze people. For Morant, he uses his athleticism to dunk right over players. Both have […]

Approximately two-thirds of the 2024-25 NBA season is in the books and the postseason races are starting to shape up. The highly methodical Memphis Grizzlies (36-17) still had their sights set on catching the Oklahoma City Thunder (43-9) for the top spot in the Western Conference. However, a humbling loss left the Grizzlies “Thunderstruck” just […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are leaning on in-game lessons this season as Ja Morant, Desmond Bane, and Jaren Jackson Jr. build chemistry in a new offense. Unfortunately, Taylor Jenkins has had to rely on a deep bench and even deeper trust within the locker room as the injuries have mounted. However, Memphis is home to the […]

Although the 119-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns was nice, Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has nothing but nice things to say about Kevin Durant. At the end of the third quarter, Durant hit his 30,000th career point. It’s a remarkable feat and one that few have been able to do. Following the game, Morant […]

NBA Hall of Famers are hyping the Memphis Grizzlies as potential Western Conference monsters now that the roster is fully healthy. That praise tracks with EVP/GM Zach Kleiman’s decision to stand relatively pat at the trade deadline, signaling a clear bet on the in-house All-Stars and a deep supporting cast. However, while Ja Morant remains […]

The NBA All-Star Weekend is just around the corner. One of the important events that has lost its glamour is the Slam Dunk Contest. Previously, it was a showcase among the best dunkers in the league. But since then, stars have shied away from the competition, which is why little-known Mac McClung will be going […]

The Memphis Grizzlies’ contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder saw Ja Morant’s father Tee Morant get ejected from the game on Saturday night. The officiating crew explained why it happened. During the fourth quarter, a member of the NBA’s officiating crew requested Tee Morant to leave, according to someone who sat courtside. Lead official Josh […]

While the NBA’s Western Conference standings may be flattering, fans should not be deceived: The Memphis Grizzlies are a work in progress going into the NBA All-Star break. Injuries have wrecked the planned rotations since training camp but this 12-deep squad has persevered despite juggling Ja Morant’s sporadic absences. The All-Star point guard has missed […]

The muscled-up Memphis Grizzlies have transformed the offense around Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. this season. Incorporating Zach Edey into the Grizzlies locker room was always going to take some time. Veering away from the traditional point-guard-center pick-and-roll action that dominates the modern NBA created an extra layer to the challenge. However, after a […]

There have been some non-NBA Trade Deadline frustrations bubbling up around the FedEx Forum lately. Ja Morant (shoulder), still trying to find a rhythm against top competition as the NBA All-Star break approaches, has been sidelined recently with sporadic injuries. The All-World engine that drives the relentless Memphis Grizzlies offense sent the league a reminder […]

Ja Morant’s net worth in 2025 is $50 million. The Memphis Grizzlies star point guard is one of the best young players in the NBA today. He quickly became one of the must-watch athletes in basketball ever since he stepped foot on an NBA floor. However, some off-court setbacks in the young star’s career have […]

The Memphis Grizzlies visit the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday night. Ja Morant is on the injury report and is currently listed as doubtful for tonight’s contest. Morant is dealing with right shoulder soreness, an ailment that held him out of the Grizzlies’ 120-119 win over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night. Here’s everything we know […]

The Memphis Grizzlies secured a narrow 120-119 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night, overcoming a controversial officiating decision in the final seconds that nearly altered the outcome. With just less than five seconds remaining, rookie Jaylen Wells was on a fast break, appearing to have a clear path to the basket that would […]

The Memphis Grizzlies hosted the Houston Rockets on Thursday night. The game could have featured an intriguing matchup between Grizzlies guard Ja Morant and Rockets guard Jalen Green. Shaquille O’Neal was among those excited for the potential matchup before Ernie Johnson burst his bubble. “I’m looking forward to the Ja Morant-Jalen Green matchup.” – Shaq, […]

On Thursday evening, the Memphis Grizzlies will host the Houston Rockets in a nationally televised battle of two of the Western Conference’s elite. The Grizzlies are looking to bounce back after a listless performance earlier this week against the New York Knicks on the road. Ja Morant is on the injury report for this contest, […]

With Valentine’s Day and the Season of Love right around the corner, Nike is taking the opportunity to release a number of thematic sneakers for the hallmark holiday as they’ve done in years past. No one shows more love to their superstars quite like fans of the Memphis Grizzlies show Ja Morant, so it’s only […]

As the trade deadline approaches for the Memphis Grizzlies to bolster their roster, fans are wondering what the dream scenario would be. While the Grizzlies try to find the best trades for their team, there is no doubt that the best-case scenario would be for them to land Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. Once again, […]

Ja Morant and the Memphis Grizzlies will play the New Orleans Pelicans in a Friday night affair. Morant, though, is listed on the injury report. Morant is dealing with an illness, according to the NBA injury report. The Grizzlies most recently defeated the Charlotte Hornets 132-120, a game in which Morant was able to play […]

All wins are equal in the standings but that is not the case in most NBA locker rooms. Some games, some wins, just matter more than others. There are off nights when things can get ugly, usually with a contender blowing out an also-ran. That script almost got flipped in the FexEx Forum though. Ja […]

Led by another stellar season from Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies are solidifying themselves as a legitimate contender in the tough Western Conference. For now, the team is sitting in the third seed with a 29-15 record. Although Memphis looks like a team poised for a deep playoff run, that doesn’t mean they’re perfect. In […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have a winning recipe going by the NBA standings and how the locker room sounds even after defeats. Ja Morant’s dunks get most of the attention but Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane have been not-so-quietly shaping the culture for years. The duo went deep into their friendship and the team in […]

Ja Morant’s nearly jaw-dropping tomahawk dunk over Victor Wembanyama during the Memphis Grizzlies’ 129-115 win against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night ignited widespread debate among fans and analysts. While the play didn’t officially count due to a foul, its sheer athleticism captured the attention of basketball’s biggest names, including Vince Carter. Carter, widely […]

With 12.4 seconds remaining, the Memphis Grizzlies led by two points and had a chance to seal the victory. However, a missed shot gave the Minnesota Timberwolves one final opportunity. Anthony Edwards dribbled up the court but missed a contested 3-pointer at the buzzer. The Grizzlies held on to secure a 108-106 win after a […]

Ja Morant is intent on showing fans why he is arguably the most electrifying player in the NBA today. Unfortunately, however, that unofficial honor might be the only one he receives during the regular season. The Memphis Grizzlies point guard missed Friday’s blowout win versus the San Antonio Spurs because of foot soreness. It marked […]

The Memphis Grizzlies host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday afternoon. Ja Morant is on the injury report and is listed as questionable. Morant is dealing with right foot soreness and did not play in the Grizzlies’ 140-112 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. He did play in the team’s previous game against […]

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant isn’t budging on his pick for NFL MVP as he’s all in on Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. Even after the Ravens’ 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional Round, Morant had Jackson’s back. Morant was quick to jump on X, formerly Twitter, to remind everyone, “8 still […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are currently third in the Western Conference with a 27-15 record and Ja Morant has made it his mission to lead this team back to the NBA Playoffs. He plays with the entire city of Memphis on his back and his support has spanned beyond human beings and into the animal kingdom. […]

Every homegrown core developed through the NBA Draft needs time to marinate before being mentioned in NBA Finals conversations. Many organizations find that things turn sour when just one ingredient is missing. That has not been the case for Ja Morant’s grumbling Grizzlies. Even without Morant in a second game against the San Antonio Spurs […]

When the Memphis Grizzlies take on the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night, Ja Morant won’t be out there. The star guard is out for this one due to right foot soreness, leaving the Grizzlies shorthanded as they look to grab their second straight win. Morant’s absence will be much more costly for him on […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. and the Memphis Grizzlies have returned to form as one of the better teams in the Western Conference. And the defensive star has one reason to explain why the team has a ceiling of competing for an NBA championship. Jackson Jr. spoke live on ESPN’s NBA Today show with reporter Malika Andrews, […]