JUST IN: Former Grizzlies Rookie Send a Bold Message to Memphis Top Rising Star Following Trade Rumors Amid Disappontments and Injury Concerns…
The Memphis Grizzlies’ 2024-25 campaign started strong but ended in disappointment. After a promising 36-18 record, internal issues surfaced, culminating in the surprise firing of head coach Taylor Jenkins in late March.
New coach Tuomas Iisalo helped guide the Grizzlies into the playoffs, but they were swept in the first round by the Oklahoma City Thunder. A key blow came in Game 3 when star guard Ja Morant suffered a hip injury following a hard fall. The injury contributed to a dramatic collapse, with Memphis blowing a 29-point lead.
Morant’s recurring injury problems and off-court controversies have sparked ongoing speculation about his future with the team. Despite public assurances from the front office that they have “zero interest” in trading the two-time All-Star, trade chatter persists around the league. ESPN’s Tim MacMahon recently noted on The Hoop Collective podcast that there’s continued “whispering and rumbling” about Morant’s potential availability.
Amid the uncertainty, rookie standout Jaylen Wells voiced his support for Morant during an appearance on FanDuel’s NBA show Run It Back. When asked if he wants to play with Morant next season, Wells responded, “Oh, for sure. I don’t know what Memphis is without Ja.”
Since being drafted second overall in 2019, Morant has become the face of the franchise, leading Memphis to four playoff appearances in five seasons. As the offseason nears, the Grizzlies face pivotal choices about their roster—with Morant’s future taking center stage.
