Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has hinted at a potential early return from his hip injury,
tweeting “Sooner than you think.” While an official timeline remains unclear, coach Taylor
Jenkins confirmed Morant will undergo further evaluation. Despite Morant’s eagerness,
the Grizzlies are expected to prioritize his long-term health, especially given his injury
history.
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant has
given his supporters hope for a quick
return to the court after a five-game
absence due to a hip injury.
The point guard took to Twitter on Sunday to tease his potential return,
responding to a tweet from podcast host Anthony Sain. Sain had expressed
optimism about hearing a good update on Morant’s status, and the former Rookie
of the Year did not disappoint, replying with the cryptic message:
“Sooner than you think.”
This tweet has energized Grizzlies fans, as it suggests that Morant’s return could
come sooner than expected, and they are hopeful that he will soon be back to lead
the team on the floor.
Morant’s Early-Season Performance Before
Injury
Before his injury sidelined him, Morant had been playing a pivotal role for the
Grizzlies in the early part of the season. In the eight games he played, he
averaged 20.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and a career-best 9.1 assists per game.
However, his overall playing time was reduced to 27.9 minutes per game, and he
struggled with his shooting at 44.8%, the lowest of his career, indicating that he
had yet to fully return to his peak form.
Coach Jenkins Provides Update on Morant’s
Recovery Timeline
Ahead of Memphis’ matchup against the Golden State Warriors, Grizzlies head
coach Taylor Jenkins offered an update on Morant’s progress. Jenkins stated that
the team had planned additional imaging to assess Morant’s condition and that he
would be re-evaluated early next week. He also emphasized that the team was
monitoring Morant’s recovery closely:
“We’ll have more of an update on how he’s progressing after the imaging next
week,” Jenkins explained.
Grizzlies Will Take Cautious Approach with
Morant’s Return
While Morant has expressed confidence in his recovery, the Grizzlies will not rush
his return. The point guard has struggled with injuries throughout his career and
has never played a full 70-game season since entering the league in 2019. Last
season, he missed a significant chunk of games due to a suspension and a labral
tear that required surgery.
Though the Grizzlies have managed to stay competitive in Morant’s absence, they
will undoubtedly be eager to have him back, especially with his dynamic presence
in the backcourt. However, given Morant’s injury history, Memphis is likely to take
a measured approach, ensuring that he is fully fit before returning to action
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