Grizzlies

2023 - 3 - 6

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Memphis Grizzlies players voice their support for Ja Morant while ... (The Commercial Appeal)

Tyus Jones, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane all issued their support for Ja Morant while away from the Grizzlies.

[away from the Grizzlies](https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/sports/nba/grizzlies/2023/03/04/ja-morant-suspended-memphis-grizzlies-gun-video/69971657007/) after he went on Instagram Live Saturday morning and showed what was believed to be a handgun near his ear in the video. Jackson called Morant "my brother" while issuing his support for the point guard. "Whenever he is ready to come back, we'll welcome him with open arms." Off the floor, Bane is one of Morant's closest teammates. "It's a lot of emotion in it," Tyus Jones said. Ja Morant's recent issues off the floor are a bit different, but the team is extending a similar type of love and support for their two-time All-Star point guard.

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The Grizzlies are already missing Ja Morant on the court (The Washington Post)

Memphis Coach Taylor Jenkins said before a loss to the Clippers that there's really no timetable for when the star guard will return.

These are tough times for him, tough times for the organization, but you’ve got to really peel back and understand the person he is. This is a tough time for a young kid that’s got to grow and get better. If they were to slip to the No. He’s got huge responsibilities — not just for the team but the city.” He’s going to come back and take over the league. I can’t comment in terms of what the exact timetable is going to be because this is really not a timetable situation. … When he comes back, he’s just going to be in the same groove. The Grizzlies (38-25) have held the West’s No. The Grizzlies will face West opponents with playoff aspirations in six of their next eight games, and a March swoon could set up a much more challenging April. In the meantime, Jenkins, who called the video a “very, very tough moment,” said the Grizzlies made the internal decision to sideline Morant indefinitely. We still have a job to do. [a Washington Post report](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/03/01/ja-morant-punch-teen-laser/?itid=lk_inline_manual_5) disclosed details from two police reports that included accusations of assault and threatening language by the 23-year-old star, prompted the NBA to open an investigation.

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Memphis Grizzlies head coach says no timetable for Ja Morant's ... (CNN)

Memphis Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said on Sunday there is no timetable for star guard Ja Morant to return to the team after posting a video of ...

“Obviously, nationwide – league-wide – there’s a lot of attention on gun violence. And then also there’s accountability to the team that we got to stand for. I can’t comment on the terms of the exact timetable is going to be because this really isn’t a timetable situation.” “We have confirmed the incident took place at a bar in Glendale and we are investigating the matter. Someone that’s got to get better and needs some help. This is going to be an ongoing healing process.

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant under police investigation following gun incident (Fox News)

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is now under an investigation after he appeared to have a weapon on him while at a Colorado nightclub on Friday night.

[CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP](https://foxnews.onelink.me/xLDS?pid=AppArticleLink&af_dp=foxnewsaf%3A%2F%2F&af_web_dp=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.foxnews.com%2Fapps-products) [Morant actions were investigated](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/grizzlies-star-ja-morant-punched-teenager-pickup-game-exposed-gun-him-report) after a Jan. Morant and Pack also are involved in a civil lawsuit brought after an incident this past summer in which a 17-year-old alleged that they assaulted him at Morant’s home. I'm going to take some time away to get help and work on learning better methods of dealing with stress and my overall well-being." It’s going to be a difficult process, but we’ve got a great group to get through this." The superstar point guard was going to be away from the team for at least two games.

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant to Be Investigated by Police for Video Appearing ... (Bleacher Report)

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant has already received a suspension for dancing in a Denver nightclub while holding what appeared to be a handgun, ...

[Molly Hensley-Clancy and Ben Golliver](https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2023/03/04/nba-investigating-ja-morant-gun/?utm_campaign=wp_main&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social) of the Washington Post. Memphis head coach Taylor Jenkins [indicated](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10067765-ja-morant-has-no-definitive-timeline-to-return-from-suspension-grizzlies-hc-says) on Sunday that Morant's absence could be longer, [telling reporters](https://twitter.com/MarkG_Medina/status/1632555461550702593) "there's no definitive timeline" for his return. [video](https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10067591-grizzlies-ja-morants-ig-live-video-appearing-to-show-gun-under-investigation-by-nba) posted to Instagram Live from Morant's account late Friday night reportedly is "believed to have been filmed in Glendale, a small enclave surrounded by Denver and known for its strip clubs and shopping centers."

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The Memphis Grizzlies aren't dead yet (SB Nation)

Dillon Brooks - every NBA fan bases' favorite guy to hate (even at times the Memphis fan base) because of his defensive tenacity and overall demeanor - was only ...

And with Morant and Clarke out, it’s time to get back to the drawing board. Yes, the Grizzlies will be underdogs more than usual in the days to come. A potential Kennard/Bane/Brooks/Jackson Jr./Adams lineup creates massive problems for opposing teams in terms of limiting both the pick and roll as well as closing out on multiple capable shooters on the perimeter. Both Bane and Kennard have experience running the offense - Bane of course as his role in Memphis has evolved over the last two seasons... Kawhi had success at times, especially in that evil 4th quarter - but he has his way offensively against just about everyone, and Paul George was the larger issue in this game. The Grizzlies are one of the worst 4th quarter teams in the NBA, especially recently. The same happened in the 4th quarter against the Clippers. And that will be on full display in the days and weeks ahead. And in the starting slot, Jones has been able to have success, with Sunday night against the Clippers being the strongest result yet. Dillon Brooks - every NBA fan bases’ favorite guy to hate (even at times the Memphis fan base) because of his defensive tenacity and overall demeanor - was only suspended one game for getting his 16th technical against the Nuggets. But that showing was without not just Ja and BC, but two other key cogs to the Memphis machine that will almost certainly be back before both Morant and Clarke. [“suspended”/is not with the team for at least the next two games](https://www.sbnation.com/nba/2023/3/4/23625271/ja-morant-suspended-gun-allegations-video-memphis-grizzlies) — and it may be longer - Grizzlies Head Coach Taylor Jenkins said there is no timetable for Morant’s return.

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant has no timetable to return, coach says - UPI.com (UPI.com)

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has no timetable to return amid an NBA investigation into a video he posted, which showed him holding what appeared to be ...

[Denver Nuggets](https://www.upi.com/topic/Denver-Nuggets/) on Friday in Denver. "I'm sorry to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, partners, the city of Memphis and the entire organization for letting you down," Morant said in a statement. [Los Angeles Clippers](https://www.upi.com/topic/Los-Angeles-Clippers/) on Sunday in Los Angeles. We want to support him. They are one game ahead of the third-place Sacramento Kings with 19 games remaining in the regular season. This is going to be an ongoing healing process.

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Stephen A. Smith makes Allen Iverson request to Grizzlies star Ja ... (ClutchPoints)

Stephen A. Smith pleaded that Grizzlies star Ja Morant look at the example of Allen Iverson, who dealt with off court troubles as well.

“I’m simply trying to highlight and illuminate to Tee Morant the importance of him being a dad,” Smith added. Smith hopes that Morant gets the help and guidance he needs, especially from his father Tee Morant. “It’s about the company that you keep as well, because the reality of the situation is that you listen.

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Steven Adams seemingly called out Ja Morant in Grizzlies' players ... (ClutchPoints)

NBA guru Shams Charania reveals the details of a Grizzlies players-only meeting shortly before Ja Morant's gun incident.

This man is not in a good place right now, and he will need to get himself back on the right track if he hopes to have a long and fruitful career ahead of him. The [Memphis Grizzlies decided to suspend](https://clutchpoints.com/grizzlies-news-ja-morant-return-from-suspension-draws-bleak-update) their superstar point guard amid his recent [gun scandal](https://clutchpoints.com/grizzlies-news-ja-morant-draws-crips-truth-bomb-from-skip-bayless) that shocked the entire basketball world. … I’m told those in the room, when Steven Adams spoke out, they knew exactly who he was directing this to: no one other than Ja Morant.

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Xavier Tillman excelling with Grizzlies' starters (Yahoo Sports)

Sliding into the Grizzlies' starting lineup with Steven Adams sidelined, Memphis big man Xavier Tillman has proven himself a valuable fantasy asset and ...

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant being investigated by Colorado police after ... (Yahoo Sports)

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is being investigated by police in Glendale, Colorado, after he appeared to flash a gun at a nightclub in the city during ...

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Damian Lillard denies liking tweet saying Grizzlies embattled star Ja ... (Fox News)

Portland Trail Blazers All-Star Damian Lillard denies liking a tweet that implies Memphis Grizzlies embattled point guard Ja Morant tries to "act hood."

It’s going to be a difficult process, but we’ve got a great group to get through this." He is going to miss at least the next two games. "I'm sorry to my family, teammates, coaches, fans, partners, the city of Memphis and the entire Grizzlies organization for letting you down. "There was a players-only meeting where Steven Adams, their veteran center, he spoke out about how the team needs to show better discipline on the road. Was the gun his? However, Lillard tried to nip it in the bud.

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Steven Adams Preached Discipline to Grizzlies Players Before Ja ... (Sports Illustrated)

According to reports, however, Memphis tried to take steps toward righting the ship even before Morant's most recent incident. That included a players-only ...

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Grizzlies' Ja Morant reportedly being investigated by police after ... (Yahoo Sports)

Morant was suspended at least two games by the Grizzlies already,

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