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Grizzlies Rule Ja Morant Out At Least Two Weeks With Grade 1 Calf Strain

The update heightens concern over Memphis' thin guard depth, increasing focus on Morant's availability.

Nov 15, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) dribbles the ball in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 15: Guard Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies sits on the bench during the second half of the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers after leaving the game with an injury during the first half at Rocket Arena on November 15, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Grizzlies 108-100. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)
Grizzlies' Ja Morant (calf strain) expected to miss at least 2 weeks

Overview

  • The team said Monday that Morant has a Grade 1 right calf strain and will be re-evaluated in approximately two weeks, a stretch that could cost him roughly eight games.
  • He was hurt Nov. 15 at Cleveland, leaving with 6:01 left in the first quarter after scoring seven points in six minutes, and had missed the previous game with right ankle soreness.
  • Memphis is short on ballhandlers, with Ty Jerome, Scotty Pippen Jr. and Javon Small sidelined, so Vince Williams Jr. and Cam Spencer are expected to take on more point-guard minutes and the team added two-way guard Jahmai Mashack.
  • Morant is posting career-low shooting percentages and earlier received a one-game team suspension after a clash with coach Tuomas Iisalo, as the 4-10 Grizzlies ride a four-game losing streak.
  • Trade interest has been reported, with The Athletic noting Minnesota checked in, though his current injury, sizable contract ($197.2 million with a trade bonus) and cap constraints could complicate any move.