Ja Morant prepares for reunion with Memphis Grizzlies

Ja Morant is set to face his former team, the Memphis Grizzlies, as the Portland Trail Blazers travel to Memphis for a matchup on Thursday. Morant, who was traded from Memphis to Portland this offseason in a deal involving Jerami Grant, Kris Murray, and cash, has helped lead the Trail Blazers to a 3-0 start to the 2026-27 season.

Morant has averaged 16.3 points, 6.3 assists, and 2.7 rebounds through three games, shooting 58.8 percent from the field. He has integrated into a backcourt alongside veterans Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday. Regarding his return to Memphis, Morant stated he holds no grudges against the franchise, noting, “My Memphis time was great, man.” He also acknowledged taking responsibility for past personal mistakes during his tenure with the Grizzlies.

Memphis enters the contest with a 4-0 record. The Grizzlies' recent victory against the Utah Jazz was led by Cedric Coward, who recorded 16 points and 11 rebounds.