After playing in just eight games this season, Ja Morant is back on the injured list.
The Grizzlies' two-time All-Star was seen on crutches after hurting his right hip, though it was originally reported as a hamstring injury.
Morant had finally returned to the court after a rough last season, in which he served a 25-game league suspension and sustained a shoulder injury that required season-ending surgery.
How long will Morant be out? Here's the latest news on his injury and when he is expected to return.
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What is Ja Morant's injury?
The Grizzlies have listed Morant on the injury report due to right hip subluxation and pelvic muscle strains.
The injury took place during Memphis' win over Los Angeles on Nov. 6. Morant was destabilized midair by a Lakers player, causing him to fall into extreme right hip flexion.
Ja Morant is doubtful to return after sustaining an injury in the third quarter. pic.twitter.com/BgQ5k3nfwW
— Grizzlies On FanDuel Sports Network (@FDSN_Grizzlies) November 7, 2024
After further examination, it was found that Morant suffered a partial posterior hip subluxation along with multiple Grade 1 pelvic muscle strains.
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How long is Ja Morant out?
Morant is considered week-to-week right now. He joins a growing list of fellow Grizzlies on the sideline, including Desmond Bane.
It's uncertain when Morant will fully recover, but he could return to the court sometime this month. Prior to the injury, he was averaging 20.6 points and 9.1 assists per game.
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Grizzlies schedule 2024-25
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel |
| Nov. 15 | at Warriors | 10 p.m. | ESPN |
| Nov. 17 | vs. Nuggets | 6 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 19 | vs. Nuggets | 8 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 20 | vs. 76ers | 8 p.m. | — |
| Nov. 23 | at Bulls | 8 p.m. | NBA TV |
Ja Morant career stats
- 22.4 points per game
- 7.5 assists per game
- 4.8 rebounds per game
- 1.0 steals per game
- 0.3 blocks per game
- 3.3 turnovers per game
- 47.1 percent field goal shooting
- 31.7 percent 3-point shooting
- 75.7 percent free throw shooting
