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Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is questionable to play against the Los Angeles Lakers on Jan. 4 due to a right calf contusion.
Morant was added to the injury report on Jan.3, a day after the Grizzlies lost 128-121 against the Lakers in their previous matchup.
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In the game, Morant was seen grabbing at his right calf and limping multiple times. He battled through the injury and finished with 16 points and 11 assists.
This isn't the first time Morant has dealt with a calf injury. He suffered a Grade 1 right calf strain in a Nov. 15 matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He missed 10 games and returned on Dec. 12.
Morant has missed 16 games this season. In 18 appearances, he's averaging 19 points and 7.6 assists per game.
If Morant is unable to play against the Lakers, the Grizzlies will turn to Cam Spencer and Javon Small as options at point guard.
Damichael Cole is the Memphis Grizzlies beat writer for The Commercial Appeal. Contact Damichael at damichael.cole@commercialappeal.com. Follow Damichael on X, formerly known as Twitter, @DamichaelC.
This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Will Ja Morant play today for Grizzlies vs Lakers, LeBron James?
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