Since Ja Morant burst onto the scene in the 2019-20 season and won Rookie of the Year, he has been one of the NBA's best and most talked about players. While l

In a candid interview, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant talks about why he didn't want the pressures and stressors of superstardom.

Perkins’ commentary on Morant shifted from full praise to criticism, which he believes caused some tension with the Grizzlies’ top players. He emphasized that he was once one of Morant’s biggest supporters but suggested that Ja didn’t take well to criticism, souring a once positive relationship.

Ja Morant and Kendrick Perkins likely won't be sending each other holiday greeting cards this year. The Memphis Grizzlies point guard responded to the ESPN's commentator's discussion about the network's coverage of the player and team with a post on social media:

A two-time All-Star and former All-NBA Second Team selection, Morant hasn't reached this caliber of play in a couple of seasons. Getting off to a good start on Wednesday night would be a small but still meaningful step in the Grizzlies' guard potentially returning to that elite form.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant will be available against the Miami Heat on Oct. 24 at FedExForum. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is also playing.

This is on top of Scotty Pippen Jr. being out out for at least three month s following left big toe surgery. Then there is the frontcourt, where centers Zach Edey (offseason ankle surgery) and Brandon Clarke (knee scope) are out for the opening few weeks of the season as they recover.

Ja Morant is set to play tonight against the Warriors, a crucial boost for the injury-plagued Grizzlies. Despite ankle soreness, his leadership and scoring are vital as Memphis faces a tough Golden State team.

Memphis Grizzlies rookie Cedric Coward had his best performance yet on Oct. 25, going 6-for-6 from 3-point range.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant shared some high praise for rookie teammate Cedric Coward after standout performance vs the Indiana Pacers