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Grizzlies notebook: Ja’s status, Edey’s nickname and ‘short term’ thinking

By , Daily Memphian Updated: December 12, 2025 1:54 PM CT | Published: December 05, 2025 8:15 AM CT

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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Drew Hill

Drew Hill

Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.


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