Ja Morant, the All-NBA point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies, is doubtful to return after injuring his right hamstring during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He left in the third quarter with 20 points, contributing to Memphis' strong performance.

Despite Morant's exit, the Grizzlies maintained a lead over the Lakers, who are struggling with injuries to key players like Anthony Davis and Rui Hachimura. LeBron James stepped up with a game-high 39 points, but the Lakers fell to a 4-4 record.