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Ja Morant is in danger of the same career trajectory as Derrick Rose

At 26 years old and two years removed from his second consecutive All-Star appearance, questions are starting to ramp up regarding whether the NBA has already seen the best of Ja Morant.

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More frontcourt help on the way, with a delay, for Grizzlies

There's been a lot of conversation about the Memphis Grizzlies' backcourt, as they've scuffled to a 4-7 start, whether it's Ja Morant's displeasure or Desmond Bane's absence.

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The '2024-25 NBA scoring leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to lead their teams in points-per-game in 2024-25 NBA season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time NBA MVPs' quiz

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Brandon Clarke News / Hoops Rumors / November 11

Grizzlies’ Brandon Clarke expected to return in 6-9 weeks

Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke is making good progress in his rehabilitation from knee surgery, according to the team, which announced (via Twitter) that Clarke has been cleared to start ramping up to basketball activities and is expected to return to action in about six-to-nine weeks.

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Grizzlies' Clarke slated to return in 6-9 weeks · ESPN

Ja Morant blames early shooting struggles on lack of foul calls · Sporting News

Veteran insider reveals Memphis Grizzlies’ true stance on Ja Morant trade amid rumors · Sporting News

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / November 11

Memphis must make Ja Morant's life easier and other keys to victory vs. Knicks

The underachieving Memphis Grizzlies (4-7) visit the Knicks (6-3) at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, looking for an upset and to get their season on track.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 10

Hot-shooting Knicks host reeling Grizzlies, Ja Morant

The New York Knicks have won four straight and are heating up from outside. But the Memphis Grizzlies are hoping the Knicks' imperfect defense is finally the cure for whatever is ailing Ja Morant from 3-point land this season.

Ja Morant News / EssentiallySports / November 10

Ja Morant Trade News: Grizzlies Name Asking Price After Timberwolves Register Interest

Rumors are swirling around the future of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant as the team’s rough start to the season continues. With reported tension between the player and the organization, other NBA teams are now testing the waters to see what it would take to acquire the former All-Star.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / November 11

Update: Memphis Grizzlies likely to get back huge piece during road trip

Although the Memphis Grizzlies looked better over the weekend in defeating the Dallas Mavericks and leading the defending champion OKC Thunder by double-digits into the second half, they didn’t get a chance to see how elite rim protection can change their fortunes.

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The '200 yard, three rushing TD games' quiz

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 10

Timberwolves have checked in with Grizzlies about Ja Morant

The Timberwolves have reportedly at least poked around on a Ja Morant trade. Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic said on SiriusXM NBA Radio that Minnesota has “checked in” with Memphis to gauge whether Morant might eventually become available (via RealGM).

Cedric Coward News / Total Apex Sports / November 10

Memphis Grizzlies Rookie Cedric Coward Could Be the Real Deal

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward could be the real deal for the years to come. Here’s why Coward, 22, can take the league by storm. Memphis took on the equally struggling Dallas Mavericks on Friday to open NBA Cup play.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / November 9

Victor Oladipo joining Bucks' G League affiliate

Veteran guard Victor Oladipo will soon join the Bucks‘ G League affiliate, the Wisconsin Herd, according to Jamal Collier of ESPN (Twitter link). NBA insider Jake Fischer reported on Friday (via Twitter) that Oladipo had entered the NBAGL player pool after playing three preseason games this fall with the Guangzhou Loong Lions, a Chinese team.