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Ja Morant Discusses JJJ Trade, Possible Return This Season

Ja Morant was one of the most discussed players in the NBA heading into the trade deadline, but the Grizzlies guard hadn’t made any public comments since January 21, when he suffered a UCL sprain in his left elbow.

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5 Draft Prospects the Memphis Grizzlies Should Target with Pick from Bane Trade

Rolling into the summer with a few extra picks up your sleeve in this 2026 NBA Draft class must feel like found money, like tripping over a rock before picking it up and realizing its a piece of gold.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / March 7

5 Prospects the Memphis Grizzlies Should Target in the 2026 NBA Draft

At this point in the season, the Memphis Grizzlies have to start thinking about the future. The Grizzlies currently have the 8th-worst record in the NBA, and according to Tankathon.com, that gives them roughly a 26.3% chance of landing a top-four pick and about a 6% chance of winning the No.

Olivier-Maxence Prosper News / Field Level Media / March 7

Happy Olivier-Maxence Prosper ready to help Grizzlies vs. Clippers

Olivier-Maxence Prosper has taken advantage of the opportunities that arose this season as the Memphis Grizzlies endured one injury after another. As a result, the Grizzlies rewarded the 6-foot-7 forward with a standard contract earlier this week after he began the season on a two-way deal that was nearing its 50-game expiration.

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How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

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Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 6

Grizzlies’ Jahmai Mashack gets high praise from Tuomas Iisalo amid position changes

Necessity may be the mother of invention, sure. A 6-foot-3 rookie guard was never supposed to wind up playing power forward in the NBA. However, though Jahmai Mashack definitely does not fit the traditional big man mold, the Tennessee alum has made the unnatural look routine over the last few weeks.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

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Identifying Memphis’ Most Promising Young Player

It has been a challenging season for the Memphis Grizzlies, but it has also created an opportunity for several young players to step into bigger roles.

Ja Morant News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / March 6

It Might Be Time for the Grizzlies to Trade Ja Morant

The Memphis Grizzlies and Ja Morant saga looks like it will be ending soon. Ja Morant has been the face of the Memphis Grizzlies for years, and at one point, it looked like he was going to be the new face of the entire league.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Wire / March 5

Ja Morant out at least two more weeks as elbow injury lingers

The Memphis Grizzlies will remain without Ja Morant for the foreseeable future. Morant continues to experience discomfort in his left elbow after spraining the ulnar collateral ligament on Jan.

Memphis Grizzlies News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 5

Grizzlies’ Taj Gibson defends Ja Morant with Derrick Rose comparison

The Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant was once viewed by many as the next face of the NBA. However, after a series of controversies and injuries and some disappointing seasons for Memphis overall, he has been subject of minimal trade interest despite the 26-year-old’s abundance of talent.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Ja Morant News / Hoops Rumors / March 5

Ja Morant (Left Elbow) Will Be Reevaluated In Two Weeks

Point guard Ja Morant, who sprained the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his left elbow on January 21, continues to experience discomfort in his elbow, the Grizzlies announced in a press release (Twitter link).

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

The Memphis Grizzlies’ Offense is On a Quiet Scoring Tear

Since the end of January, the Grizzlies have shifted their focus to developing young talent. A positive sign of their youth movement has been on display since trading one of their franchise staples, Jaren Jackson Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / March 5

Three Intriguing NBA Draft Prospects For Memphis Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies are trying to close out the season with some energy, but they see the writing on the wall. The Grizzlies know they won't be in the playoffs, so they have their sights set on the NBA Draft this summer.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / March 5

Darius Acuff Jr. Would Transform The Grizzlies

The Memphis Grizzlies have a nice collection of young talent in Cedric Coward, Jaylen Wells and Zach Edey. If they could add a dynamic point guard to the mix of this youth movement, it could unlock another level for this group.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / March 4

Grizzlies turn on tank as Portland vets turn back the clock

Jerami Grant averages 18.5 points per game this season. Jrue Holiday averages 16. They both scored well more than that against the Grizzlies on Wednesday night as the Portland Trail Blazers defeated Memphis.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / March 5

Memphis Grizzlies-Portland Trail Blazers Preview, Injury Report, Betting Lines, Lineups & More

The Memphis Grizzlies failed to match their longest win streak of the season despite holding a halftime lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, ultimately falling 117-110. They’ll now play on no rest for the first time since Feb.

Cedric Coward News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 4

Grizzlies issue Cedric Coward superstar challenge to finish All-Rookie season

One game back from a knee injury, Tuomas Iisalo explained why the education of Cedric Coward is entering its most demanding semester. Beale Street’s busted

Zach Edey News / Larry Brown Sports / March 4

Grizzlies announce brutal news about Zach Edey

Zach Edey’s 2025-26 season will go down as a complete wash. The Memphis Grizzlies announced the bad news on Tuesday night that their center Edey has undergone season-ending surgery on his left ankle to address ongoing discomfort and bone stress.

Kyle Anderson News / Field Level Media / March 2

Kyle 'Slow Mo' Anderson rejoins Wolves as Grizzlies arrive

A familiar face -- with a familiar pace -- is heading back to Minnesota. Veteran forward Kyle Anderson, affectionately nicknamed "Slow Mo" for his deliberate playing style, will rejoin the Minnesota Timberwolves when they tip off against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / March 2

O-Max Embodies the Grind Memphis Grizzlies Want Back

Following their buyout agreement with Kyle Anderson, the Grizzlies signed Taj Gibson to a multi-year contract. That still leaves one roster spot open, with many believing that should belong to two-way forward Olivier-Maxence (O-Max) Prosper.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Apex Sports / March 1

Grizzlies Gut Out a 125-106 Win Over the Pacers Behind Hendricks’ Career Night and Clayton Jr.’s Record-Breaking Performance

The Memphis Grizzlies didn’t just beat the Indiana Pacers on Sunday. They dismantled them. Final score: 125-106. And honestly, it wasn’t that close. Without Ja Morant — sidelined for the 17th straight game with a left elbow injury — Memphis needed someone to step up.