Ja Morant remains one of the most popular players in the entire NBA.
The Memphis Grizzlies star is currently averaging 18.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 8.1 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 35.2% from the field and 16.7% from three-point range in 11 games.
Ja Morant Makes Heartfelt Instagram Story Before Grizzlies Game
On Saturday night, the Grizzlies are playing the Cleveland Cavaliers (in Ohio).
Before the game, Morant made a heartfelt post to his Instagram story for his father.
Morant wrote: “keep LIVIN the dream OG. This hoopin shii started with you, I just continued it
“Happy birthday pops”
Morant was the second pick in the 2019 NBA Draft out of Murray State.
He is in his seventh season (all with the Grizzlies).
In that span, Morant has led the franchise to the NBA playoffs four times.
Via Damichael Cole of Commercial Appeal During Saturday’s Game: “Ja Morant won’t return due to right calf soreness. Bummer after the Grizzlies got off to a strong start. No point guards left for Memphis”
Ja Morant won’t return due to right calf soreness. Bummer after the Grizzlies got off to a strong start. No point guards left for Memphis
— Damichael Cole (@DamichaelC) November 15, 2025
The Grizzlies came into Sunday’s matchup as the 12th seed in the Western Conference with a 4-9 record in their first 13 games.
They are in the middle of a three-game losing streak (and 1-4 in five games on the road).
Following the Cavs, the Grizzlies will play their next game on Tuesday night when they visit Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in Texas.
