Tue Nov 26 00:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Grizzlies’ Morant Returns to Face Blazers in Tougher Matchup
**Memphis, TN** – The Portland Trail Blazers face a significantly tougher opponent in their Monday night matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, as star point guard Ja Morant will return from injury, NBA insider Chris Haynes reported. Morant missed the last eight games due to a hip subluxation and pelvic muscle strains. His return, coupled with the expected presence of Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart, significantly boosts Memphis’ lineup. The Grizzlies previously defeated the Blazers 134-89 in Portland on November 10th, even without this trio.
However, both teams will be without their rookie centers: Portland’s Donovan Clingan (left knee sprain) and Memphis’ Zach Edey (ankle injury). The Blazers’ injury report also lists Jerami Grant, Scoot Henderson, and Kris Murray as questionable, and Deandre Ayton as doubtful.
The game, scheduled for 5 p.m. Pacific, promises a challenging test for a Portland team already facing significant injury concerns.
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