Morant’s return unlikely to solve the Grizzlies’ problems

The approaching return of Ja Morant could give Memphis Grizzlies followers cause for hope, however the All-Star level guard is unlikely to avoid wasting the crew’s disappointing season. 

By means of Monday’s video games, Memphis is 6-16 and thirteenth within the Western Convention, six video games behind the Pelicans (13-11) for the ultimate play-in event spot and seven.5 video games behind the Lakers (14-9) for the ultimate assured playoff spot. 

Morant, who was suspended for “conduct detrimental to the league” in June, might return Dec. 19 towards the Pelicans, per ESPN.com. Morant is likely one of the league’s finest and most entertaining gamers, however the causes for Memphis’ struggles go nicely past his absence. 

Rebounding is a significant concern — the Grizzlies rank twenty fifth in rebounds with 41.5 per recreation. This may be attributed to beginning middle Steven Adams lacking the complete season following knee surgery. 

Brandon Clarke is likely one of the league’s finest backup facilities, however he has but to play whereas rehabbing from an Achilles injury suffered in March. 

In November, Memphis signed Bismack Biyombo to switch their two facilities. He has performed OK, averaging 5.9 factors and 6.7 rebounds, however he isn’t a starting-caliber participant. 

In June, Memphis traded for Marcus Good to ease the blow of Morant’s suspension, however that deal has but to pan out.