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Ja Morant included in latest NBA-licensed video game

By , Daily Memphian Updated: February 18, 2026 11:06 AM CT | Published: February 18, 2026 10:00 AM CT

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is soon to be featured in a new NBA-licensed video game that will be released later this year, Play By Play Studios announced Wednesday, Feb. 18.

Morant joins a group of 30 All-Star players selected to be playable characters in NBA THE RUN, including Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo, Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, Rockets wing Kevin Durant and Warriors guard Stephen Curry. 

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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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