Ja Morant: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 30

Kings Must Consider This Blockbuster Ja Morant Trade With Grizzlies

On Thursday, Kyle Madson brought up a potential Ja Morant trade on ESPN 1320 via The Insiders with James Ham, and I think it’s worth discussing for the Sacramento Kings.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / January 30

Grizzlies Trade Deadline Big Board: 7 Targets Ranked by Fit, Upside

The Memphis Grizzlies have been linked to a roster shakeup since the beginning of November after it started looking clear that Ja Morant and new head coach Tuomas Iisalo weren’t seeing eye-to-eye.

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 30

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NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 30

Debunking 2026 NBA Trade Deadline Fantasy Myths

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NBA News / Field Level Media / January 29

Struggling without key players, Grizzlies visit woeful Pelicans

A season filled with key injuries, including those to star guard Ja Morant and second-year big man Zach Edey, is taking a toll on the Memphis Grizzlies.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 29

NBA Notes: Pelicans, Ja Morant, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Pacers

A Ja Morant-to-New Orleans rumor is being shut down hard. William Guillory of The Athletic calls speculation about a Morant trade centered on Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray “completely false,” adding that the Pelicans are unlikely to pursue Morant because they view Jeremiah Fears as their long-term point guard.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / January 29

Ja Morant to Miami Buzz Heats Up as Bigger Superstar Domino Looms

Out of all the NBA superstars whose trade will make some significant noise, Ja Morant is undoubtedly one of them. Playing for the Memphis Grizzlies at the moment, his rift with the team has reached a boiling point.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 28

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Trade Demand Puts Ja Morant in Jeopardy as Warriors Plot Ruthless Move

The NBA trade market just tilted. With the February 5 deadline approaching, front offices around the league have begun operating under one new assumption.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 28

Predicting the Final Score for Charlotte Hornets vs. Memphis Grizzlies

Tonight, the Charlotte Hornets will begin a quick two-game road trip in Memphis, taking on the Ja Morant-less Grizzlies. Can the Bugs keep the good times rollin' in Memphis?

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Bill Simmons believes Ja Morant would thrive with the Bulls

The future of Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is up in the air as the trade deadline closes in. According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, the Chicago Bulls have been among the teams frequently mentioned as potential landing spots for Morant.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 27

NBA Trade Deadline Watch: Giannis AD Ja 2026

We are two weeks out from the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline, and somehow, three injured superstars are still hovering over the rumor mill like storm clouds.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / January 28

Ja Morant Trade Buzz: Heat’s Interest in 2x All-Star Comes With Catch, Seeking Trae Young–Type Deal

The Miami Heat are looking to upgrade their backcourt and have been linked to Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant. Despite claims from several NBA insiders, there has been no progress on the specifics of a potential deal with the Grizzlies.

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NBA News / Dallas Hoops Journal / January 27

Miami Heat Looking To Trade For Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant Through ‘Bargain Deal’

The Miami Heat are looking to trade for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant through a “bargain deal,” according to NBA insider Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 27

'Would Have a Statue': Jayson Tatum Makes Stunning Claim About Grizzlies, Puts Ja Morant to Shame

The Boston Celtics own 18 NBA titles. A team with such history and legacy has produced not one but endless legends. One could say that the Celtics have given players who have shaped the game of basketball.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / January 27

League perception on Grizzlies’ Ja Morant ‘has cooled’ ahead of deadline

The Grizzlies are inching toward a franchise-defining decision, and Ja Morant sits at the center of it. As ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Jan. 9, Memphis has begun exploring trade possibilities involving the two-time All-Star.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / January 27

Trading for Ja Morant might cost the Heat their shot at Giannis. Miami has a few days to decide

The Miami Heat are hovering near the play-in spots with the February 5 trade deadline approaching. Ja Morant is a potential target. So is Giannis Antetokounmpo if he becomes available.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26

Grizzlies' Ja Morant still has one team interested in trading for him

Ja Morant may be down to his final interested trade suitor. The Brooklyn Nets are one of the last teams “truly interested” in potentially trading for the Memphis Grizzlies star guard Morant, Grizzlies beat writer Chris Dodson of ClutchPoints reported on Monday.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / January 26

Grizzlies talking Ja Morant trade, just not with Pelicans

The Grizzlies may be open for business on Ja Morant. Just not with New Orleans. According to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line, Memphis and the Pelicans are not engaged in Morant trade talks.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / January 26

Grizzlies remain open to trading injured Ja Morant

Ja Morant remains available. And Memphis is not pretending otherwise. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Grizzlies are still open to trade offers for Morant, even as he prepares to miss at least three weeks with an elbow sprain.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Wire / January 24

Grizzlies’ Ja Morant out until after trade deadline

Ja Morant is headed for another stint on the sidelines, and this one could ripple beyond the court. The Grizzlies announced Morant will miss at least three weeks with a left elbow UCL sprain suffered Wednesday against Atlanta.

Ja Morant News / Yardbarker / January 24

Grizzlies reveal extent of Ja Morant's latest injury

The Memphis Grizzlies star will now be sidelined again for the foreseeable future.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / January 24

Grizzlies' standout Ja Morant (elbow) out at least 3 weeks

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant's ailing left elbow will be re-evaluated in three weeks, the team announced Saturday. Morant returned to play last Sunday after missing six games with a calf injury.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / January 24

Ja Morant Sidelined At Least Three Weeks With Elbow Sprain

Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant will miss at least three weeks due to a left elbow injury. Morant sustained a UCL sprain in his left elbow during the team’s home game against the Hawks on Wednesday, the team tweets.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Field Level Media / January 22

New injury halts Ja Morant's momentum, Grizzlies prep for Pelicans

As soon as Ja Morant returned to the court, another injury set him back. Morant will miss the Memphis Grizzlies' home game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday due to a UCL sprain in his left elbow.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Yardbarker / January 19

Ja Morant's stance on a trade is more trouble for the Grizzlies

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18

Grizzlies' Ja Morant reveals whether he wants a trade

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has had his name come up regularly in trade rumors over the last several weeks, but he suggested Sunday that he was not the one who was instigating them.

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