Ja Morant, Anthony Edwards and Victor Wembanyama are among the players who are popular choices to be potential faces of the NBA.

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant is out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers. Morant was listed as questionable earlier in the day with knee soreness, but coach Taylor Jenkins said pregame that Morant was a game-time decision and he was ruled out before tip off.

Ja Morant scored 26 points, Desmond Bane had 20 and Jaren Jackson Jr. added 17 and the Memphis Grizzlies held on to beat the Phoenix Suns 119-112 on Tuesday night.

The high-flying Morant then replied to his post and seemingly challenged Kings guard Zach LaVine and Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon, who famously squared off in what many consider to be one of the greatest dunk contest in league history in 2016,

Two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant is not talking about the published report that says he is the Memphis player whose home was burglarized by the seven men from Chile charged in federal court with orchestrating break-ins at the homes of prominent athletes around the country.

Denver Nuggets star Aaron Gordon is well-known for his must-see, highlight-reel dunks. His most notable run came in the famous 2016 Slam Dunk Contest against Zach LaVine, which was one of the best in recent memory.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Memphis Grizzlies vs. Orlando Magic NBA game from February 21, 2025 on ESPN.

After the game, he made a blunt comment when he met with the media. Morant (h/t Grind City Media): "Im just trying to find my rhythm. Gotta do it in a better way, don’t force sh

Jackson came in handy off the bench with Ja Morant taking a seat in the back-to-back. While Scotty Pippen and Luke Kennard have been Morant's direct replacements in recent weeks, the South Carolina product rotated in for some backcourt work as Desmond Bane's backup during the loss.