Ja Morant Ruled Out vs Spurs: Grizzlies Guard Sidelined by Calf Injury, Return Timeline Uncertain
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Memphis Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant will miss tonight's matchup against the San Antonio Spurs due to a Grade 1 calf strain. The injury occurred during Saturday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers when Morant experienced right calf discomfort, forcing him to exit the game in the first quarter. He scored seven points in six minutes before leaving. This is the latest setback for Morant, who also missed a recent game in Boston due to a sore right ankle. The injury comes on the heels of a one-game suspension on November 2, following a dispute with head coach Tuomas Iisalo. According to reports, Morant reacted with a disrespectful tone after a narrow loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, prompting disciplinary action from the team. Morant's current recovery timeline has him expected to remain out until at least early December, with a re-evaluation scheduled in approximately two weeks. The Grizzlies will have to rely on other players to fill the void left by their star guard, who finished his last game with eight points in 30 minutes. When asked about his performance, Morant deflected questions, saying he should ask the coaching staff for answers.
