Grizzlies' Bane and Smart Out for Additional Three Weeks
The Memphis Grizzlies face extended absences of key players Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart, further impacting their challenging season.
- Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart, injured Grizzlies guards, will be sidelined for at least three more weeks due to their respective injuries.
- Bane, who was having a career year, suffered a Grade 3 ankle sprain on January 12, while Smart sustained a finger injury on January 9.
- The Grizzlies, already struggling with a 20-36 record, are unlikely to contend for the playoffs this season.
- In addition to Bane and Smart, the team has been without Ja Morant due to a season-ending injury and Brandon Clarke, who is recovering from an Achilles injury.
- Coach Taylor Jenkins remains hopeful for the return of injured players, including Jake LaRavia, who is expected to play in the upcoming game against the Clippers.