The Memphis Grizzlies point guard, Ja Morant is all set to feature in the highly anticipated clash against conference rivals Houston Rockets on Thursday, January 30. Despite dealing with injuries throughout the season, Morant doesn't find himself on the injury list for the Grizzlies.
What did Memphis Grizzlies' head coach Taylor Jenkins say about Ja Morant?
Ja Morant has featured in the last two games for the Memphis Grizzlies but he was not at his full best. It is also speculated that Morant is not at his usual best as he missed Memphis' game against the Pelicans on Friday.
Meanwhile, Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins admitted that Ja Morant is still working to regain his form and has faith in his star guard's ability to step up against the Rockets.
He’s working his way back. I think his intensity has been there every single game. We just got to get him going. That’s on me to jumpstart him. I know he and I have had great conversations, Jenkins said after Wednesday's practice, as quoted by Grizzlies reporter Damichael Cole.
He’s pushing all the right buttons offensively and defensively to get out there. We know he’s a huge driver to what we do. You know him, he’s resilient (and) he bounces back pretty quick. I would expect him to have a great one tomorrow night.
The match between the Grizzlies and the Rockets is expected to be a thrilling clash because both teams have displayed competitive basketball since the start of the season.
Ja Morant last played for the Grizzlies against the New York Knicks on January 28. In that game, Morant registered only 10 points, had 5 rebounds and got 2 assists to his name.
Where can you watch the Memphis Grizzlies vs Houston Rockets clash?
The game between the Memphis Grizzlies and Houston Rockets will take place on Thursday at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. The match is scheduled to start at 9:30 pm EST (6:30 pm PT).
The game will be live telecast on TNT and truTV while the live streaming will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).