Trade Deadline Crickets On Ja Morant Memphis Grizzlies

Ja Morant is still openly available ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline, yet interest around the league has been minimal. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said "there just hasn't been a market for him." Teams are wary after Morant played only 20 games this season, saw his scoring dip, drew a one-game suspension for conduct with coaches, and carries two more guaranteed years at over $40 million. Merlin sees the picture clearly. The talent remains, but the blend of health concerns, off court friction, and a heavy contract turns blue chip into gamble. Sacramento is the one club mentioned that could absorb salary, but many teams prefer to avoid the risk. Expect Morant to stay put and for conversations to grow louder if no deal materializes.