Michael Scotto: I discussed the possibility of the Memphis Grizzlies trading Ja Morant Wednesday with @TheFrankIsola and @Scalabrine on @SiriusXMNBA . After getting four firsts in the Desmond Bane trade, would they sell low? NBA execs have monitored Ja and if Jaren Jackson Jr would be available.

Memphis Grizzlies wing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope left the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a jaw injury.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are trying to get back on the track they were earlier in the season as they visit the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, Jan. 9.

Box score for the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.

Both the Oklahoma City Thunder and Memphis Grizzlies may be without multiple key players in Friday night's matchup.

The Memphis Grizzlies have seemingly been haunted by an injury-filled rain cloud all season, but the skies may be temporarily parting with the defending champs

Shams Charania: Memphis is considering multiple paths forward amid the emergence of several promising young players, including building around them and 2023 Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr. The Grizzlies also remain open to continue on with Morant as a focal part of their retool.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Phoenix Suns vs. Memphis Grizzlies NBA game from January 7, 2026 on ESPN.