There may be growing chatter about potential trades and adjustments that may very well be coming to the NBA this summer season.
One identify to look at is Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies.
As Memphis’ troubled season goes on, increasingly more folks really feel that Morant could be leaving the Grizzlies.
Talking on “Run It Again,” Lou Williams stated which may be a wise thought.
He stated {that a} “change of surroundings” might assist Morant, who he nonetheless considers an All-Star expertise, regardless that his numbers have dipped this yr.
Ja Morant wants a change of surroundings…he does not slot in Memphis 😬
“I come from Memphis…I do know what’s prefer to have the strain of that metropolis in your again.” – @TeamLou23
“The Grizzlies ought to take into account a severe look this summer season to get off this dude.” – @ChandlerParsons pic.twitter.com/sn7q3GlJ8i
— Run It Again (@RunItBackFDTV) April 4, 2025
Morant is averaging 22.9 factors, 4.2 rebounds, and seven.3 assists per sport this season, which is barely down from his 25.1 factors, 5.6 rebounds, and eight.1 assists final yr.
This season hasn’t been as spectacular as final yr and Morant has run into troubles along with his group’s chemistry and along with his personal set of accidents.
The Grizzlies just lately fired head coach Taylor Jenkins and there have been rumors about Morant sad along with his resolution to not give him the ball as typically.
Now that Jenkins is gone, issues might change with the lineup and the technique, and Morant could also be happier.
On the identical time, the group continues to battle, so maybe issues can’t be fastened.
Morant is a younger man and has loads of years left within the league, so long as he stays wholesome and doesn’t have too many extra off-court issues.
This season hasn’t been nice however Morant continues to be considered as one of the crucial thrilling guards within the NBA.
Would transferring to a distinct group begin a brand new chapter for Morant and assist him attain new heights, or will he stay in Memphis and hope that issues get higher subsequent season?
Many individuals will likely be paying shut consideration to him over the subsequent few weeks and months.
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