Grizzlies' Playoff Hopes Hinge on Ja Morant's Ankle as They Face Mavericks in Crucial Play-In Game
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The Memphis Grizzlies are on the brink of securing a playoff spot in the NBA, but their star point guard Ja Morant's participation is uncertain due to an ankle injury. Morant, who was injured in a recent game against the Golden State Warriors, is a game-time decision for the upcoming play-in game against the Dallas Mavericks. The winner of this game will secure the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference playoffs, facing the Oklahoma City Thunder next. The Grizzlies have struggled late in the season, leading to the firing of their coach, while the Mavericks are coming off a strong performance against the Sacramento Kings.
Key Points
Ja Morant's ankle injury makes his participation in the play-in game against the Mavericks uncertain.
The winner of the Grizzlies-Mavericks game will secure the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.
Memphis Grizzlies fired their coach Taylor Jenkins after a late-season slump.
Dallas Mavericks are coming off a strong win against the Sacramento Kings, led by performances from Anthony Davis and Klay Thompson.
The Grizzlies have a 3-1 record against the Mavericks in the regular season.
