The Memphis Grizzlies are ready to trade Ja Morant, as the past year has been a conflict between him and the organization. However, what they get in return for him might not be what they expect.
According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, the Grizzlies’ potential return for a Ja Morant deal may be even worse than what the Atlanta Hawks got for Trae Young. For reference, Young was sent to the Washington Wizards for Corey Kispert and C.J. McCollum.
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“Shams reported that Memphis is looking for young players & multiple picks for Ja. Good luck with that. Because the feedback that we got on Ja wasn't any move favorable than the feedback that we got on Trae. As a matter of fact, in some cases, it was even worse,” MacMahon stated.
On top of his antics, Morant is having a down year this season. He is averaging 19 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game in 18 games played in the 2025-26 season.
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Usually, he’s a 25 PPG guy, but the broken chemistry between him and Memphis has led him to stop caring or trying.
Due to that, the Grizzlies' wanting a big return for him might not happen. However, whoever does get him might be pleased with the product, as he might bounce back in his new home.
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