If you havent checked the standings lately, the Memphis Gizzlies are 3rd in the West, 10 spots up from last year. This is due largely to the return of Ja Morant. Ja has played in 20 games this season and the Grizzlies are 14-6 when he’s in the lineup. When Ja isn’t playing the Grizzles are 10-11, I think many have forgotten how talented Ja is. It amazes me how much attention Ja got when he was doing bad, where’s the praise now?

How can we forget the slip ups Ja had. The tendency to flash guns were concerning and those issues have been resolved. There should be just as much attention for his actions on the court. Not to mention the fact that Ja has been keeping himself out of trouble. I’ve been rooting for this young man and I’m happy to see him back. Right now he’s dealing with a shoulder injury, but hopefully he can get back to helping his team sooner than later. 

Coming into this season I had Ja Morant ranked number 9 out of 10. Most people were confused on why I had him ranked in my top 10. I believe now you can see why. Ja’s one of those rare difference makers. In a stacked Western conference they’re in the 3 seed. Are they a true contender? Yes, as long as Ja is healthy. The Grizzlies have depth and 2 other stars aside from Ja Morant (Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane). It is EVIDENT Ja Morant is the key to the engine in Memphis.