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Grizzlies List Ja Morant Week-to-Week After Practice Ankle Sprain

His status clouds an offense more reliant on him following Desmond Bane’s offseason trade.

Apr 24, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9) defends during the second quarter during game three for the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images/File Photo
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - APRIL 24: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game Three of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on April 24, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
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  • A team spokesperson said Morant sprained his left ankle in Sunday’s practice and is considered week-to-week, per reporting by Damichael Cole of the Commercial Appeal.
  • He is expected to miss most or all of the preseason, and his availability for the Oct. 22 opener against the Pelicans is uncertain.
  • Memphis is already thin up front, with Jaren Jackson Jr. rehabbing from turf toe surgery and Zach Edey targeting a mid-to-late November return after ankle surgery, while Brandon Clarke recently underwent a knee procedure.
  • If Morant is sidelined to start the season, Scotty Pippen Jr. is expected to handle lead guard duties, with Ty Jerome also in the mix.
  • The setback follows two seasons marked by limited availability for Morant, increasing the impact of his absence on a roster that moved on from Desmond Bane in the offseason.