All-Star guard Ja Morant says he has to “accept” the possibility of the Memphis Grizzlies looking to trade him.
Ja Morant briefly responded to questions about his future with the Memphis Grizzliestelling reporters, in relation to possible trade rumors, that he has to “accept it.”
Morant joined the Grizzlies for his European tour and on Wednesday he said that “hopefully” he will play the games against the Orlando Magic in Berlin and London this week, which would mark his return to the court since January 2.
During training on Wednesday, Morant in an animated conversation with his teammate Vince Williams Jr.
Sources informed ESPN’s Shams Charania last week that the Grizzlies are considering offers for Morant for the first time since joining the team. Several teams are interested in Morant in trade talks, and executives from rival teams believe the Grizzlies They would prioritize draft picks and young players in return, according to sources.
Morant He has missed five consecutive games due to a right calf contusion. He has only played 18 games this season due to injuries and a one-game suspension for an altercation with coach Tuomas Iisalo in November.
Morant26, has a contract with the Grizzlies through the 2027-28 season. He is eligible to sign a contract extension of up to three years and $178 million this summer.