The Memphis Grizzlies got a Ja Morant injury scare in the very first game of the 2024-25 NBA season. Consider that one hurdle that had to be cleared this year at some point. At least it is over with and was relatively minor considering the worst-case scenario. Still, a cautious coach Taylor Jenkins will be forgiven for giving the reserves a bit more run against the Charlotte Hornets. The preseason second game is not exactly the proving ground this organization has been looking forward to the entire offseason after all.
Perhaps the Grizzlies could lean on Zach Edey‘s Marcus Smart-approved defense.