Grizzlies, Ja Morant and Phoenix Suns
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The Memphis Grizzlies didn't begin the season the way they would've liked, even though it started with a win. That's because several significant players on thei
Richard Jeferson believes that Ja Morant and Anthony Edwards' hesitance to embrace being the face of the league reminds him of Allen Iverson.
Their frontcourt is also depleted going into the season, with centers Zach Edey and Brandon Clarke both injured to start the year, forcing Memphis to lean on small lineups early with Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama playing some small-ball five.
Ja Morant and Kendrick Perkins likely won't be sending each other holiday greeting cards this year. The Memphis Grizzlies point guard responded to the ESPN's commentator's discussion about the network's coverage of the player and team with a post on social media:
Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant has one of the most popular basketball shoes in the NBA this season. After Morant debuted the Nike Ja 3 last spring, it took months before most fans were able to get their hands on the best-selling shoes.
Both rosters have changed, but the core remains similar. Grizzlies stars Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. have had their share of battles against Golden State. Curry and defensive anchor Draymond Green lead the Warriors, but their team also added All-Star forward Jimmy Butler to compile a Big Three.
Prior to the Memphis Grizzlies taking on the Miami Heat, Ja Morant is listed as questionable battling an ankle injury.
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant shared some high praise for rookie teammate Cedric Coward after standout performance vs the Indiana Pacers