The rookie is out for personal reasons, according to the team.

De’Anthony Melton’s absence is noticed, and Kyle Anderson is shooting with gusto. 

The team is firmly in the mix as a playoff contender and they have their depth to thank, as well as veteran Kyle Anderson, playing the best basketball of his career. 

With their record-setting performance, led by Kyle Anderson, their swagger seems to be back.

Ja Morant said he agrees with stars LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo that the All-Star Game is unnecessary. 

Feb. 10, 2021: Grizzlies 130, Hornets 114

Grizzlies, who pulled away in the third quarter, sank 23 3-pointers against the Hornets.

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Box score: Grizzlies 130, Hornets 114

Opponents are shooting 13% better than the league average from 3-point range during the Grizzlies’ losing streak. 

Feb. 8, 2021: Raptors 128, Grizzlies 113

Desmond Bane made his first start, and Jonas Valanciunas had 27 points and 20 rebounds in the loss.

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Box score: Raptors 128, Grizzlies 113

The Grizzlies will be without Brandon Clarke and De’Anthony Melton against the Toronto Raptors Monday night at FedExForum.

Beyond the frustration, the Grizzlies guard Morant also is missing some of his usual partners in the team’s lineups.

Feb. 6, 2021: Pelicans 118, Grizzlies 109
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Jonas Valanciunas had 23 points and seven rebounds in his return from COVID-19.

It’s a brief one, but Memphis takes the day to go over defense before heading to New Orleans.

The loss can’t take away from the growing signs of promise.

Feb. 4, 2021: Rockets 115, Grizzlies 103

The Rockets made 19 3-pointers, and the Grizzlies’ starters were held to 20 of 55 shooting from the floor. 

Box score: Houston 115, Memphis 103

Ja Morant showed off his show collection on Instagram Wednesday night. 

The team also has announced a number of initiatives to celebrate Black History Month.

Feb. 2, 2021: Pacers 134, Grizzlies 116

Memphis, playing the second game of a back-to-back, fell behind from the start.

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Circumstances that need to be weighed include two unpopular trades, injuries and the playoff opponents. 

Feb. 1, 2021: Grizzlies 133, Spurs 102

Gorgui Dieng led with 19 points and went 3-for-3 from 3-point range, and the bench accounted for 62 points.