Ja Morant, the Memphis Grizzlies guard, has been classified as week-to-week as he recovers from a Grade 1 AC joint sprain in his right shoulder. The Grizzlies confirmed the injury diagnosis on Monday, indicating that further updates will be provided as necessary. Morant sustained the injury during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans when he collided with a hard screen set by center Daniel Theis. The impact caused Morant to fall, and the initial call of an offensive foul was overturned after the Pelicans challenged the play.

This injury has sidelined Morant for the Grizzlies' recent game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, marking his 13th missed game of the season due to various injuries. His absence raises concerns regarding his ability to meet the league's requirement of playing at least 65 games to qualify for All-NBA consideration and other prestigious awards. Morant, who is 25 years old, had previously undergone season-ending surgery in January to address a labral tear in his right shoulder. After being cleared for basketball activities in July, he has made a notable impact this season, averaging 21.2 points and 7.9 assists for the Grizzlies, who currently hold a record of 22-11.