The Memphis Grizzlies’ preseason hasn’t gone as planned, dropping back-to-back games to the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics. Now, as they get set to host the Atlanta Hawks at FedExForum, the focus shifts to finding some rhythm. Several key players remain sidelined with injuries, testing the team’s depth and chemistry early on. With the rotation already stretched thin, the big question heading into tonight’s matchup is whether Ja Morant will take the floor.

Morant suffered an ankle sprain during a Sunday practice session, according to team spokesperson reports. The injury occurred just as Memphis was gearing up for its preseason opener against Detroit on October 6. Head coach Tuomas Iisalo described it as “simply a basketball incident” and noted that “these things occur” while e

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