A temporada do Memphis Grizzlies começou com muita expectativa, em particular, pelo retorno de Ja Morant. O jovem astro só esteve em nove jogos da campanha passada e, como resultado, o time não chegou

Something has to give soon as the Grizzlies are shooting 33.9% over the past 15 games (23rd overall). Morant has been a steadying presence during this difficult stretch though. Jenkins emphasized Morant’s toughness and adaptability, particularly as the team has dealt with injuries and frequent changes to its rotation.