After winning six consecutive games, the Memphis Grizzlies fell back down to Earth with a crushing 143-106 loss against the New York Knicks. In a much-needed bounce-back attempt, the Grizzlies will host the red-hot Houston Rockets on Thursday.

Ernie Johnson pointed out a mental error made by Shaquille O'Neal involving Grizzlies guard Ja Morant on Thursday night.

Ja Morant is on the injury report for this contest, listed as questionable for the Grizzlies with shoulder soreness. Morant had previously missed time this year due to a shoulder injury, as well as more games with various other ailments.

After playing just nine games in the 2023-24 season, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant was counted out by many. Coming back from a lengthy suspension and multiple injuries, Morant has been getting back to his old self this season to help the Grizzlies win 31 of their first 46 games.

George was called for a travel, which is a turnover, but still didn't want to give the ball up. As he started walking up the court Scottiy Pippen Jr. tried to take the ball, but George wouldn't let him. Then Ja Morant came in from behind and slapped the ball away.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant's availability is in question ahead of Monday's MLK Day matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves (1:30 p.m. CT, TNT). He is listed as questionable on Sunday's injury report due to right foot soreness. Morant missed Friday ...

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant vowed last December to stop dunking in the name of self-preservation. After battling multiple injuries attributed to awkward landings and hard falls, Morant said ...

Ja Morant struggled for most of Saturday night before putting the Minnesota Timberwolves away late in the fourth quarter.

The first pick, Zion Williamson, has been plagued with injuries throughout his young career and this season has been no different. Williamson has only played 10 games this season and has unfortunately already been ruled out for Friday's matchup in Memphis.

Chris Herrington: Jenkins says Santi Aldama and Ja Morant have cold symptoms and will both be out tonight. Tomorrow night uncertain. If he ever wants to give it a try, Ja Morant might make for one hell of a defensive back. - 8:59 PM