Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder final injury report (April 24, 2025): Is Ja Morant playing tonight?

Raunak Bose / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 25, 2025, 04:16 IST

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Ja Morant will play in Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, as the Grizzlies look to avoid falling into a 3-0 series deficit after a devastating Game 2 loss. Despite a clean injury report and a full roster, Memphis struggles with defensive intensity, secondary scoring, and ball movement, requiring immediate changes to keep their season alive.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Oklahoma City Thunder final injury report (April 24, 2025): Is Ja Morant playing tonight?

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The Memphis Grizzlies are in trouble. Down 2-0 against the Oklahoma City Thunder after a brutal 118-99 loss in Game 2, the team is desperate for a turnaround. The big question on everyone’s mind: Will Ja Morant be on the court for Game 3?

Is Ja Morant playing tonight? Memphis Grizzlies injury report for tonight’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder (April 24, 2025)

Good news for Grizzlies fans—Ja Morant is playing tonight. Barring any last-minute warmup mishaps (and with Morant’s high-flying antics, that’s always a slight concern), the star guard will be suiting up.
The injury report is clean for Memphis. No surprises, no late scratches. The entire roster is available, including:

- Desmond Bane
- Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Zach Edey
- Scotty Pippen Jr.
But availability alone won’t fix their problems.

Why the Memphis Grizzlies are struggling

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant, center, reacts from the sideline in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Saturday, March 15, 2025, in Memphis, Tenn. (Image via AP Photo/Brandon Dill)

Game 2 was a disaster. The Thunder dominated in every aspect:
- Hit 18 three-pointers
- Outran Memphis in transition
- Exposed defensive breakdowns repeatedly
Morant scored 23 points, but his efforts were drowned out by the team’s overall lack of cohesion. The Grizzlies looked outmatched, outworked, and outcoached.

Memphis Grizzlies depth chart vs Oklahoma City Thunder

Having a full roster means nothing if the production isn’t there. Here’s how the Grizzlies line up:

Position	Starter	2nd Unit	3rd Unit
PG	Ja Morant	Scotty Pippen Jr.	Luke Kennard
SG	Scotty Pippen Jr.	Luke Kennard	Desmond Bane
SF	Desmond Bane	John Konchar	Vince Williams Jr.
PF	Jaren Jackson Jr.	Santi Aldama	Lamar Stevens
C	Zach Edey	Marvin Bagley III	Jaren Jackson Jr.

On paper, the depth is solid. But in reality, the supporting cast hasn’t shown up when needed.

What the Memphis Grizzlies need to change

If Memphis wants to avoid a sweep, they must address these issues immediately:
- Defensive intensity – The Thunder are getting whatever they want. More effort on closeouts and rotations is non-negotiable.
- Secondary scoring – Morant can’t do it alone. Bane and Jackson Jr. must step up.
- Ball movement – Too much iso-ball leads to predictable offense. More passing keeps defenses honest.
Ja Morant is playing. The team is healthy. There are no excuses left. Game 3 is a must-win, and if the Grizzlies don’t respond with urgency, this series could be over sooner than anyone expected.
Also read: Will Karl-Anthony Towns play tonight against the Detroit Pistons? Latest update on the New York Knicks star's injury report (April 24 , 2025)
The pressure is on. Now we’ll see if Memphis has the fight to keep their season alive.

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Raunak Bose

As a passionate WWE content writer, Raunak craft engaging narratives that bring the thrilling world of wrestling to life, capturing the drama, excitement, and heroism of the ring. His work fuels the imagination of WWE fans, making every match and storyline unforgettable.

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