Ja Morant

Following the Jaren Jackson Jr. trade, rival executives expect the Grizzlies to lower their asking price for Ja Morant.

Heat Miami continues to keep multiple big-game irons in the fire. The Heat have shown “some level” of interest in Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant in recent weeks, according to Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, though league sources stress that the organization’s primary focus remains on Giannis Antetokounmpo. One source who spoke with Ira […] The post NBA Rumors: Heat, Ja Morant, Grizzlies, Jakob Poeltl, Warriors appeared first on Hoops Wire .

With apologies to Desmond Bane, the Memphis Grizzlies have long been defined by the dynamic duo of Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. That All-Star, All-Defense pairing brought electrifying athleticism, defensive prowess, and playoff contention to a small-market franchise starved for attention. Those days are long gone now that Danny Ainge has struck an NBA […] The post How draft-rich Grizzlies must pivot to post-Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. era appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Minnesota Timberwolves are preparing for a blockbuster trade prior to the February 5 deadline, if their move to dump Mike Conley’s salary on the Chicago Bulls is any indication. This is giving them additional room under the apron to pull off a blockbuster trade, with the Timberwolves setting their sights on the best available […] The post Timberwolves rumors: Could Giannis Antetokounmpo, Ja Morant trades both be feasible? appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The now totally unrecognizable Memphis Grizzlies sent a clear signal that their competitive era around Ja Morant had ended. Desmond Bane was shipped out last summer; Jaren Jackson Jr.’s contract talks led to open NBA Trade Deadline conversations. In return, they received Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang, and three future first-round […] The post Grizzlies get barely passable grade for Jaren Jackson Jr. trade with Jazz appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Next for Memphis will be a Ja Morant trade. Utah can pair JJJ with Lauri Markkanen in an impressive front line.

Beale Street basketball will never be the same. From the Grind City Era to the one that never was with Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., EVP/GM Zach Kleiman finally called it quits on chasing a title. The Memphis Grizzlies relented to the Utah Jazz in a deal that should kickstart the rest of the […] The post Why Grizzlies, Jaren Jackson Jr. were talking ‘all the time’ before bombshell trade to Jazz appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Kings haven’t ruled out the possibility of trading Domantas Sabonis this week, per Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link), and the Raptors‘ interest in the veteran center is very real, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. Most sources with knowledge of the situation view Toronto as the most viable Sabonis suitor […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have spent the last several seasons branding themselves as a rising power built on swagger, youth, and internal continuity. As the 2026 NBA trade deadline approaches, though, that vision is under its most serious threat yet. Injuries, philosophical clashes, and the question of Ja Morant’s future are looming. These have turned what […] The post Grizzlies’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario amid Ja Morant drama appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Derek Fisher doesn’t expect a Ja Morant trade before next week’s deadline, but says it would be a major moment if it happens. Speaking with TMZ Sports at LAX, Fisher addressed the speculation surrounding the Memphis Grizzlies star and acknowledged that there’s no clear landing spot if a deal were to materialize. Former Laker emphasized […] The post Derek Fisher says trade could help Ja Morant appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ need for a point guard is obvious. There is one former All-Star available, but will they pull the trigger?

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Saddiq Bey and Derik Queen each had 22 points, Zion Williamson added 21 and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the Memphis Grizzlies 114-106 on Friday night. Williamson had his fourth consecutive game with 20-plus points. Herb Jones added 16 points to help the Pelicans improve to 13-37. Cam Spencer and Jaren Jackson, Jr. each had 16 points for Memphis. Cedric Coward added 13 and Jock Landale had 12. The Grizzlies are 18-28. Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant was inactive for the fou...

Selecting the three most realistic trade targets for the Miami Heat ahead of the trade deadline, with Giannis Antetokounmpo as the top pick.

The Memphis Grizzlies visit the New Orleans Pelicans on January 30, at 7:30 p.m. ET at the Smoothie King Center. Memphis enters the contest on a four-game losing streak with an 18-27 record, while New Orleans holds a 12-37 mark and a one-game skid. The Grizzlies are dealing with significant injury issues. Ja Morant remains […] The post Grizzlies vs Pelicans injury report and game preview for January 30 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Pelicans A Ja Morant-to-New Orleans rumor is being shut down hard. William Guillory of The Athletic calls speculation about a Morant trade centered on Jordan Poole and Dejounte Murray “completely false,” adding that the Pelicans are unlikely to pursue Morant because they view Jeremiah Fears as their long-term point guard. That said, both Poole and […] The post NBA Notes: Pelicans, Ja Morant, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Pacers appeared first on Hoops Wire .

The Memphis Grizzlies are drawing significant interest from several teams regarding Ja Morant and are considered “wide open for business” when it comes to discussing their franchise point guard, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. At the same time, Charania notes that any serious movement on a Morant trade will probably be delayed until there is […] The post Grizzlies still wide open on Ja Morant appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Acquiring a 2026 first-round pick is a priority for the Pelicans as the trade deadline approaches, Will Guillory of The Athletic writes, confirming reporting from ClutchPoints and The Stein Line. New Orleans would like to continue adding to its young core but no longer controls a ’26 first-rounder after trading its own pick to Atlanta […]

We dig into shifting rotations, uncovering which players deserve more attention or are falling out of favor

The Grizzlies have multiple suitors with interest in Ja Morant and are “wide open for business” when it comes to their star point guard, reports ESPN’s Shams Charania (video link). However, Charania adds that any deal involving Morant is likely going to have to wait on trade talks regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. That’s especially true in […]

As the Memphis Grizzlies made it known they were open to hearing trade proposals for Ja Morant, the Miami Heat quickly surfaced as the guard’s preferred landing spot. That interest, however, comes with a major caveat. Miami is unlikely to pursue Morant as long as there remains a realistic chance to land Giannis Antetokounmpo, who […] The post Ja Morant interested in potential Heat trade appeared first on TalkBasket.net .