“Might actually be cursed” – Ja Morant suffers FREAK injury in pre-season leaving fans worried

Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant suffered an ankle injury in an NBA pre-season game against the Dallas Mavericks.

“Might actually be cursed” – Ja Morant suffers FREAK injury in pre-season leaving fans worried

In his first NBA preseason game Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant rolled his ankle

The NBA preseason gives players both old and new a chance to acclimatize to their surroundings. For Ja Morant, it was important to get some minutes in after missing out on almost the entirety of last season due to injury.

While Ja Morant did end up showing what the NBA missed last season, the way he ended his night has left the Memphis Grizzlies and basketball fans worried. He was in a two-for-one situation in the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks.

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An avid participant on defense, Morant was trying to get back and keep the Mavericks from scoring, whose forward Naji Marshall was trying to pass the ball to teammate Quentin Grimes. However, the ball accidentally struck Morant’s right foot and his foot landed awkwardly, with all his body weight on it, and his ankle rolled.

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If not for that ball hitting his leg, Morant would have planted his right foot firmly on the floor. But the unfortunate incident left him writhing in pain and was seen favoring his left leg as he walked to the locker room.

In his eighteen minutes of action, Morant showed what the NBA missed last season. Elevating for a block, scoring 44% from the field, and throwing a lob to rookie center Zach Edey — they were all just a teaser to what Morant can produce when fit. If the ankle problem is not managed properly, it could delay his availability at the start of the new season.

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Fans worried for Ja Morant’s health after ankle injury

Managing Ja Morant’s health should be of primary concern for the Memphis Grizzlies. After a disastrous season last time around, they have to ensure that his minutes are managed. Ease Morant into the season and they could have a strong run.

Fans of the game know that Morant’s shoulder injury robbed the team of his brilliance last season. They now hope the young superstar takes it easy with the season on the line. Here are some of the fan reaction following Morant’s injury:

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The Memphis Grizzlies have a roster that can make them the dark horse in the 2024-25 NBA season. Many have already warned that Ja Morant will be looking for redemption.