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Ja MorantTuomas Iisalo Rift Deepens as Grizzlies Drop Fourth Straight

Morant’s rough return plus a visible disconnect fuel fresh trade chatter, with Sacramento labeled the betting favorite.

Overview

  • Memphis fell 124-109 to Houston, with Morant shooting 6-for-19 and committing six turnovers as on-bench interaction with Iisalo appeared minimal.
  • The Grizzlies are 3-6 after four consecutive losses, with players citing spacing issues as the offense stalls and Jaren Jackson Jr. logging only six shot attempts.
  • Yahoo Sports detailed Memphis’ struggles in Iisalo’s fast-paced system, noting low rim attacks, poor three-point shooting, and a stagnant half-court approach.
  • Morant returned from a one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team and acknowledged he must improve his decision-making and ball security.
  • Betting markets now list the Kings as the top potential destination for a Morant trade, while social media posts accused him of tanking and Robert Horry criticized Iisalo for calling out a star publicly.