The Memphis Grizzlies will take on the Miami Heat tonight at the Kaseya Center. The Grizzlies are in a spot of bother as they have finished on the losing end in their last four games. With a 44-32 record, they are standing at 8th on the Western Conference table and desperately need the star players to show up. When it comes to the big attractions of the team, Ja Morant's name always emerges at the top. The guard will have the onus to bail the Grizzlies out of the trouble. Morant was exceptional in the game against the Warriors, scoring 36 points. He will be expected to showcase the same brilliance tonight, should he play. As Ja Morant's presence and absence could have a huge say in the game, let's take note of the Memphis Grizzlies injury report to know whether he will play tonight or not.
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Ja Morant Injury Report
Ja Morant is not listed in the injury report released by the Grizzlies ahead of the game against the Heat. Thus, he is fit to play tonight and will likely be a part of the starting lineup. While there is no injury concern blocking his progress but there is an issue which stemmed during the game against the Warriors last night. Morant mimed a finger gun at the Warriors' bench and has come under the scanner of the NBA. He may get punished for this conduct, and if it happens it will be a huge setback to Memphis. An official statement on Ja Morant can be released by the NBA.
Ja Morant has been averaging 22.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game this season. Thus, the numbers state that he can turn the match on its head.
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Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report
While Ja Morant is not facing any injury concerns, the Memphis Grizzlies however have concerns of the sort on the part of other players. A total of three players are listed in the injury sheet this time.
- Zyon Pullin: Out due to knee injury
- Vince Williams Jr: Out due to illness
- Brandon Clarke: Out for the season due to a knee injury
Miami Heat on the other hand are dealing with a lengthy injury list.
- Terry Rozier: Out due to illness
- Nikola Jovic: Out due to hand injury
- Kevin Love: Out due to personal reasons
- Andrew Wiggins: Out due to hamstring injury
- Duncan Robinson: Questionable due to back issue
- Dru Smith: Out for the season due to Achilles injury
Despite the injuries, a cracker of a game is expected to emanate between the Heat and the Grizzlies. With all to look forward to let's see who comes out on top in this one.