Ja Morant's Status Uncertain for Grizzlies' Key Matchup Against Rockets
The Memphis Grizzlies face the Houston Rockets in a pivotal Western Conference game, with Ja Morant listed as questionable due to illness.
- The Memphis Grizzlies (25-14) and Houston Rockets (25-12) are vying for position near the top of the Western Conference standings.
- Ja Morant, Memphis' star point guard, is listed as questionable for the game due to illness, potentially impacting the Grizzlies' offensive strength.
- The Rockets have already won both matchups against the Grizzlies this season, including a 119-115 victory last Thursday led by Alperen Sengun's dominant performance.
- Houston boasts one of the league's strongest defenses, ranking third in points allowed, while Memphis leads the NBA in scoring, averaging 123.0 points per game.
- Key injuries for both teams include the Rockets' Tari Eason (doubtful) and Jabari Smith Jr. (out) and the Grizzlies' backup center Jay Huff (probable).