Overview
- Memphis beat Orlando 126-109 at the O2 Arena, with Morant logging 28 minutes under a preannounced minutes restriction in his first game since a calf injury.
- After the game, Morant said he is “a very loyal guy” and referenced his Grizzlies logo tattoo, signaling he wants to remain in Memphis.
- Multiple reports say the team is listening to offers, with the Heat, Bucks, Pelicans, Kings and Raptors linked, while other reporting characterizes league interest as tepid.
- HoopsHype reported one Bucks framework that included a distant first-round pick and guard Ryan Rollins, with other contracts mentioned to match salary.
- The matchup was the NBA’s first regular-season game in London since 2019, providing a high-profile stage for Morant’s strongest outing in weeks.