Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies has sustained a Grade 1 AC joint sprain in his right shoulder, sidelining him indefinitely. The injury occurred during a recent game against the New Orleans Pelicans, where Morant collided with a screen set by Pelicans center Daniel Theis. Following the incident, he was seen in visible pain and subsequently left the game, raising concerns about the severity of his condition.

The Grizzlies announced that Morant's status is now classified as 'week-to-week,' although no specific timeline for his return has been established. This injury comes on the heels of a challenging season for Morant, who previously missed significant time due to a suspension and a prior shoulder injury that required surgery to repair a labral tear.

Despite these setbacks, Morant has been performing well this season, averaging 21.2 points and 7.9 assists per game. The Grizzlies currently hold a 22-11 record and have managed an 8-5 performance without Morant in the lineup this season. The team is preparing for their next matchup against the Phoenix Suns, hoping to maintain their strong standing in the league.