The Memphis Grizzlies faced a tumultuous season marred by injuries, resulting in their failure to reach the playoffs after two consecutive second-place finishes. This trend continues as forward GG Jackson is set for a three-month recovery following foot surgery, while Vince Williams Jr. is sidelined with a stress reaction in his left tibia, expected to be reevaluated in four weeks.

Despite these setbacks, the Grizzlies remain optimistic about their roster's potential, particularly with the anticipated return of star point guard Ja Morant, who only played nine games last season. The team's focus is on overcoming these injuries to compete effectively in the Western Conference.