The Memphis Grizzlies will be without their superstar guard Ja Morant for Game 4 of their first-round playoff matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, as he continues to deal with a hip injury suffered during Thursday’s game.
💥 Playing Through Pain
Morant has shown his toughness all postseason — just last week, he powered through a significant ankle sprain to help Memphis clinch a playoff spot. But the latest blow came Thursday, when he took a hard fall on his right hip that left fans and teammates concerned. Despite his warrior mentality, sources told ESPN that the Grizzlies will play it safe and sit Morant for Game 4.
🧊 Impact on the Series
Memphis is already facing an uphill battle against the young and explosive Thunder squad, and losing Ja — who averaged 26.4 PPG and 8.1 APG this season — puts even more pressure on the rest of the roster. Expect Desmond Bane, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Marcus Smart to shoulder the load in Morant’s absence.
🔍 What’s Next?
There’s no official timetable yet for Morant’s return, but with the Grizzlies’ playoff hopes on the line, his status for Game 5 will be monitored closely. The Thunder currently lead the series, and another loss without Ja could spell trouble for Memphis.
Stay locked in for more updates on Morant’s injury and the Grizzlies’ postseason run.
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