Ja Morant Gives Hopeful Update on Return After Missing 5 Games with Hip Injury
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has given his supporters hope for a quick return to the court after a five-game absence due to a hip injury.
The point guard took to Twitter on Sunday to tease his potential return, responding to a tweet from podcast host Anthony Sain. Sain had expressed optimism about hearing a good update on Morant’s status, and the former Rookie of the Year did not disappoint, replying with the cryptic message:
This tweet has energized Grizzlies fans, as it suggests that Morant’s return could come sooner than expected, and they are hopeful that he will soon be back to lead the team on the floor.
Morant’s Early-Season Performance Before Injury
Before his injury sidelined him, Morant had been playing a pivotal role for the Grizzlies in the early part of the season. In the eight games he played, he averaged 20.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and a career-best 9.1 assists per game. However, his overall playing time was reduced to 27.9 minutes per game, and he struggled with his shooting at 44.8%, the lowest of his career, indicating that he had yet to fully return to his peak form.
Coach Jenkins Provides Update on Morant’s Recovery Timeline
Ahead of Memphis’ matchup against the Golden State Warriors, Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins offered an update on Morant’s progress. Jenkins stated that the team had planned additional imaging to assess Morant’s condition and that he would be re-evaluated early next week. He also emphasized that the team was monitoring Morant’s recovery closely:
“We’ll have more of an update on how he’s progressing after the imaging next week,” Jenkins explained.
Grizzlies Will Take Cautious Approach with Morant’s Return
While Morant has expressed confidence in his recovery, the Grizzlies will not rush his return. The point guard has struggled with injuries throughout his career and has never played a full 70-game season since entering the league in 2019. Last season, he missed a significant chunk of games due to a suspension and a labral tear that required surgery.
Though the Grizzlies have managed to stay competitive in Morant’s absence, they will undoubtedly be eager to have him back, especially with his dynamic presence in the backcourt. However, given Morant’s injury history, Memphis is likely to take a measured approach, ensuring that he is fully fit before returning to action
