Ja Morant

Ja Morant said joining the Portland Trail Blazers has given him a fresh start and a chance to focus on basketball after several difficult seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies. Speaking during Portland’s media day on Monday, September 28, Morant said the move is beginning to feel real as the start of the 2026-27 season approaches. […] The post Ja Morant: ‘Now I get to start over’ with Trail Blazers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

The Memphis Grizzlies are entering the 2026-27 NBA season with a changed outlook. Ja Morant’s trade was undoubtedly one of the major shakeups for the franchise. However, now the young team will have rookie Cam Boozer, whom fans have a lot of expectations for. He will be stepping into the NBA as a top-three draft […] The post Grizzlies’ Cam Boozer reveals important advice from dad Carlos ahead of rookie season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Memphis Grizzlies hit a hard reset in 2026, trading away Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant to set themselves off into a new era of basketball — with third overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft Cameron Boozer now set to lead the team into the future. With that said, many expect the Grizzlies […] The post Zach Edey sends stern message on Grizzlies doubters ahead of 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Memphis Grizzlies are entering a new era this season following last year’s deadline trade of Jaren Jackson Jr. and this offseason’s deal involving Ja Morant. This is a rebuilding Grizzlies team, and one of those intriguing young players is Scotty Pippen Jr. Pippen missed most of last season after suffering a toe injury, but […] The post Scotty Pippen Jr. drops bold declaration on 2026-27 Grizzlies squad appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Most NBA teams held their media days on Monday as the 2026-27 season approaches

Damian Lillard has no worries about his physical condition upon finishing his Achilles rehab ahead of the Portland Trail Blazers’ 2026-27 campaign. Lillard has been playing in the NBA since 2012, going through his 12th season with the Blazers. After two seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks, the team chose to waive and stretch the remainder […] The post Blazers’ Damian Lillard ‘not going to kill himself’ returning from injury amid Ja Morant’s arrival appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Ja Morant indicated on Monday that he would be open to a bench role with the Portland Trail Blazers if that's what the team felt was necessary.

Damian Lillard said he's not worried about balancing a backcourt that includes himself, Ja Morant, Jrue Holiday and Scoot Henderson, saying it "will work itself out."

The Trail Blazers took a major swing this summer when they traded for Ja Morant. While they were able to add him without giving up any crucial players, the move is not without risks, Jeremy Brener writes for Sports Illustrated. The first and most obvious concern is Morant’s health and general ability to stay on […]

An anonymous NBA scout has raised concerns about Ja Morant’s physical condition, shooting and defensive fit alongside Damian Lillard as the Portland Trail Blazers prepare for the 2026-27 season. Sports Illustrated reported the scout’s assessment with the guard’s health and conditioning among the biggest issues highlighted. “He’s got a bad knee, doesn’t really work on […] The post NBA scout has serious concerns about Ja Morant appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - JANUARY 21: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket against Nickeil Alexander-Walker #7 of the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at FedExForum on January 21, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images) | Getty Images The only tangible, rotation-...

Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers acquired Ja Morant at a price that would have seemed impossible a few years ago. The question is which version of Morant they’re getting. He played just 79 games over his final three seasons with the Grizzlies. An NBA scout told Blake Silverman of Sports Illustrated that a change of […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Ja Morant, Sixers, LeBron James, Pelicans appeared first on Hoops Wire.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - MARCH 23: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies walks off the court after the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on March 23, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Portland Trail Blazers made a big splash in the Summer of 2026...

Former NBA head coach PJ Carlesimo does not have concerns about how Damian Lillard and Ja Morant will coexist in the Portland Trail Blazers’ new-look backcourt. Portland acquired Morant from the Memphis Grizzlies during the offseason, pairing the explosive point guard with Lillard as the Trail Blazers prepare for the 2026-27 season. While putting two […] The post Former NBA head coach eases any concerns about Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard-Ja Morant pairing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Memphis Grizzlies started a new era this offseason trading Ja Morant and drafting Cameron Boozer. Can their rebuild go quicker than expected?

PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 27: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball against Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter at Moda Center on October 27, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) | Getty Images Training Camp begins for the Port...

PORTLAND, OREGON - FEBRUARY 07: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies adjusts his hoodie during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center on February 07, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. The Portland Trail Blazers won 122-115. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images) | Getty Images Good news is ...

The Memphis Grizzlies pulled out a shocker when they traded franchise cornerstone Ja Morant. Earlier this summer, in June, the Grizzlies traded Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. Three months from the surprise trade, Morant’s six-word reaction was revealed only recently. In a video that surfaced on […] The post Ja Morant’s 6-word reaction to Grizzlies trade to Blazers revealed in new video appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Trail Blazers The Trail Blazers added Ja Morant and brought Damian Lillard home. Elias Esquivel of NBA On SI⁠ believes neither move should displace Deni Avdija as Portland’s offensive centerpiece. That’s an argument, not an indication of how coach Micah Nori intends to structure the offense. It’s also a reasonable argument. Avdija became an All-Star […] The post NBA Notes: Blazers, Deni Avdija, Nuggets, Cam Whitmore, Rockets appeared first on Hoops Wire.