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Grizzlies Set Ja Morant Two-Week Reevaluation as Caldwell-Pope Ruled Out for Season

Mounting injuries have pushed Memphis toward a youth-focused finish to the season.

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 30: Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at FedExForum on December 30, 2025 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)
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Jan 21, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and head coach Tuomas Iisalo looks on during the third quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Memphis said Ja Morant will be reevaluated in two weeks as he recovers from a left elbow UCL sprain sustained on Jan. 21.
  • Morant has appeared in 20 of 53 games this season, averaging 19.5 points and 8.1 assists.
  • Kentavious Caldwell-Pope underwent surgery on his right pinky and will miss the remainder of 2025–26, with a full recovery expected before next season.
  • The Grizzlies listed a crowded injury report and may have only nine active players for Friday’s game at Utah, per team updates and reports.
  • Following the trade deadline, coverage characterizes Memphis as prioritizing development, with reports noting the team entertained offers for Morant but kept him.