The Memphis Grizzlies have provided critical injury updates ahead of their upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, a matchup that holds significant weight in the Western Conference standings. 

The Memphis Grizzlies have provided critical injury updates ahead of their upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, a matchup that holds significant weight in the Western Conference standings.

 

Ja Morant: Active but Battling Injuries

 

After missing two games due to a right deltoid contusion, star point guard Ja Morant is set to play against the Thunder. Despite his return, Morant has acknowledged ongoing discomfort, stating he “should’ve been out” and has been playing through pain all season. His performance has been affected, with averages of 20.9 points, 7.4 assists, and 4.1 rebounds per game—numbers below his usual All-NBA standards.

 

Jaren Jackson Jr.: Out Indefinitely

 

All-Star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. suffered a Grade 2 left ankle sprain early in a recent game against the Atlanta Hawks and is considered week-to-week. The average recovery time for such an injury is approximately three weeks, potentially sidelining him until late March. Jackson has been a defensive cornerstone for the Grizzlies, averaging 22.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks per game.

 

Additional Injury Concerns

 

The Grizzlies are also dealing with several other injuries:

 

Santi Aldama: Questionable with right calf soreness

 

John Konchar: Questionable with right knee soreness

 

Scotty Pippen Jr.: Questionable with left toe soreness

 

Yuki Kawamura: Out with right hamstring soreness

 

Zyon Pullin: Out recovering from right patellar tendon surgery

 

Cam Spencer: Out due to two-way contract limitations

 

 

Facing the top-seeded Thunder, the Grizzlies will rely heavily on Morant’s leadership and contributions from players like Desmond Bane to navigate this

challenging period.