Ja Morant Out for Season, Memphis Grizzlies Face Uncertain Future

The star player's shoulder surgery and previous suspension put the team's standings and future strategies in question, while raising concerns about Morant's mental health during his recovery.

Memphis Grizzlies' star player, Ja Morant, will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery after playing only nine games this season.
Morant's absence is likely to keep the Grizzlies near the bottom of the NBA standings, with the team potentially looking to trade their 2024 lottery pick to improve the roster for his return.
Morant's injury could influence the weeks leading to the NBA's Feb. 8 trade deadline and free agency this summer.
The NBA and the Grizzlies are urged to support Morant's mental health during his recovery, following his suspension earlier this season for inappropriate use of a firearm on social media.
Despite the setback, Morant's surgery could allow him to return to the court in time to hone his game this summer, rather than spending it rehabbing.