Ja Morant Reveals Major Decision For Next Grizzlies Play-In Game After Ankle Injury Against Warriors.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant suffered an ankle injury during the third quarter of their game against the Golden State Warriors. While a hobbled Morant returned to the court as the Grizzlies fell to a 116-121 loss, worries around his health for the rest of the postseason loom large.

The loss to the Warriors means the Grizzlies need to win their next Play-In matchup to secure the No. 8 seed in the West. They’ll face the winner of the Dallas Mavericks vs. Sacramento Kings 9-10 game tonight.

Despite suffering the injury, Morant has made it clear he will participate in the Grizzlies’ next and final chance to secure Playoff basketball.

“I’m playing. That’s basically the answer I’m giving. It ain’t nothing different.”

Morant ended the loss to the Warriors with 22 points (9-18 FG). The Grizzlies almost completed a 20-point comeback, but dubious referee decisions down the stretch greatly impacted both teams. Ultimately, masterful performances from Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry were too much to overcome for the Grizzlies.

Morant has had various injury concerns over recent years, playing in just 177 of a total of 328 games in the last four seasons. Long-term injuries and suspensions have both played their part, but Morant hasn’t played more than 61 games a season in the last four years.

The Grizzlies stand a major risk of being eliminated by the Kings or Mavericks if Morant struggles to impact the game. However, it’s now or never for the Grizzlies, and Morant is willing to give it everything he has to secure a date against the OKC Thunder in the first round.