Memphis Grizzlies Coach Reveals Latest Ja Morant Injury Update

Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant suffered an injury scare against the Mavericks

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) looks on during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The Memphis Grizzlies suffered a major scare when Ja Morant rolled his ankle against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. Those fears multiplied when he returned to the game, only to be taken off the court for a second time in the third quarter. Fortunately, Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins says there's nothing to fear.

After the Grizzlies defeated the Mavericks on Monday night, Taylor Jenkins spoke to the media about Morant's injury scare. Jenkins said that Morant suffered a "minor little tweak" in his ankle. He will be re-evaluated in the next couple of days but early indications are that his injury will not be a major concern.

Taylor Jenkins said Ja Morant left the Grizzlies’ win due to a “minor little tweak” in his ankle. He will be evaluated, but early indications are it is not a significant concern.

— Tim MacMahon (@espn_macmahon) October 8, 2024

The news couldn't be better for Memphis Grizzlies fans. The way Ja Morant first rolled his ankle looked extremely alarming. The second time he left the arena limping was even more alarming. To hear that it's just minor, especially with two more weeks until the season starts, is a huge breath of relief.

Ja Morant headed back to the locker room after this apparent ankle injury.

Hope he is OK. 🙏

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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) October 8, 2024

Up next for the Memphis Grizzlies is the Charlotte Hornets on October 10. After that, is the Chicago Bulls on October 12. One would have to imagine that the Grizzlies would hold back Morant for both of those games in anticipation for the start of the regular season on October 23. That timeframe would give Ja Morant 15 days to recover from his ankle sprain.

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