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Grizzlies notebook: Ja’s status, Edey’s nickname and ‘short term’ thinking
 
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Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant during action against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
 

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant during action against the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)

Welcome back to your Grizzlies Insider, where we deliver the latest NBA news and analysis straight to your inbox.

The Memphis Grizzlies wrapped up practice on Thursday afternoon with a notable face on the floor. 

It was point guard Ja Morant, who hasn’t appeared in a game since suffering a calf strain in the early minutes of a Nov. 15 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Morant’s injury timetable suggested an update could come this week as he was reevaluated. Instead of a formal release, news was provided by Memphis head coach Tuomas Iisalo. 

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