In light of the Ja Morant turmoil, the Grizzlies may look to potentially trade him and save themselves any further reputational problems.

Ja Morant and the Timberwolves? With rumors brewing that the Memphis Grizzlies could wind up trading the 26-year-old former All-Star, it's worth, at a minimum, investigating whether Morant in Minnesota would make sense.

The Memphis Grizzlies and the visiting Detroit Pistons find themselves trending in different directions ahead of Monday's game.

Ja Morant defers to the coaching staff after a defeat to the Lakers, sparking new trade rumors and scrutiny of the Grizzlies.

According to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania, Morant has been suspended one game for conduct detrimental to the team. He added the suspension is a result of the comments which challenged Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo following the Friday night loss where Morant responded in a “tone deemed inappropriate,” Charania said, citing sources.

It wasn't just that Morant had a rough shooting night, it was the lack of effort from a player known for bringing energy to the floor that was most concerning for Grizzlies fans. It was noticeable enough that Blake Griffin called it out on the Amazon postgame show.

Recent reports indicate that Ja Morant's ongoing conflict has sparked considerable interest throughout the league regarding his future.

Ja Morant didn’t seem too happy with the Grizzlies’ coaching staff after Memphis lost 117–112 to the Lakers Friday in their first NBA Cup group game.

The Memphis Grizzlies were 3-2 entering their Friday night Emirates NBA Cup matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers .. It turned into a rough night for the franchise as the Grizzlies suffered a 117-112 home loss. Memphis star Ja Morant had a disappointing eight-point outing before sharing his displeasure in postgame media comments.

Shams Charania: Suspension comes as a result of Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo challenging Morant's leadership and effort in a postgame exchange after loss to the Lakers on Friday night -- to which Morant responded in a tone deemed inappropriate, sources said. x.com | Nov. 1, 2025

Luka Doncic had 44 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in his return after a three-game absence and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Memphis Grizzlies 117-112 in the opening game of the NBA Cup for each team.