May 10, 2022
Grizzlies say Morant (knee) doubtful for remainder of playoffs
An MRI revealed Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant is dealing with a bone bruise in his knee and is doubtful for the remainder of the playoffs, it was announced Tuesday evening.
TSN.ca Staff
An MRI revealed Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant is dealing with a bone bruise in his knee and is doubtful for the remainder of the playoffs, it was announced Tuesday evening.
Today the @memgrizz announced the following medical update: pic.twitter.com/szmKeTFdHa
— Grizzlies PR (@GrizzliesPR) May 10, 2022
The Grizzlies say Morant is expected to make a full recovery.
This comes after the 2021-22 Most Improved Player was injured late in Game 3 against the Golden State Warriors, causing him to miss Game 4.
Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said on Sunday that the team believes Morant suffered the injury on a play in the fourth quarter of Game 3 when Jordan Poole of the Warriors grabbed his knee while fighting for a loose ball. Morant appeared to confirm that belief on Twitter following the game in a since-deleted tweet.
The Grizzlies trail the Warriors 3-1 in their best-of-seven series and will host Game 5 Wednesday night.
More to come.