After recent locker room tensions and his suspension, NBA insiders began spinning trade scenarios for Ja Morant, from a swap with the Heat for Herro to a three-team deal involving Trae Young heading to Memphis. But Morant silenced all that speculation with a commanding performance against the Mavericks. His display showed how a change in locker room dynamics can instantly elevate a player’s game, leading the Grizzlies to a strong 118-104 win over the Warriors and improving their record to 4-6, leaving trade talk on hold for now.

After the game, Ja Morant reflected on the team’s improved start and sense of urgency, noting, “ It was big time. I feel like it started yesterday in practice. Uh everybody pretty much came in locked in and then, you know, we came into our draw-through scout te

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