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Ja Morant Injured in Portland Trail Blazers' Loss to Memphis Grizzlies

By מערכת אתר ערוץ הספורט

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Ja Morant sustained a hamstring injury in his first game against the Memphis Grizzlies, which his Portland Trail Blazers lost 124-103. Morant exited the game early, and coach Mike Norrell stated he would be evaluated for more details on his condition. Teammate Damian Lillard also had a poor offensive performance. Deni Avdija led all scorers with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, as the Trail Blazers prepare to face Utah on the road.

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Ja Morant suffered a hamstring injury during the Portland Trail Blazers' 124-103 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Coach Mike Norrell confirmed Morant felt a "poke" in his hamstring and will undergo further evaluation.
Damian Lillard struggled offensively, scoring only 9 points on inefficient shooting.
Deni Avdija was the game's leading scorer with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists.
The Trail Blazers will play the Utah Jazz on the road next.

Ja Morant experienced a hamstring injury during his first game against his former team, the Memphis Grizzlies, as his Portland Trail Blazers suffered a disappointing 124-103 defeat. Morant, who scored 14 points, left the game with 7:46 remaining and the Grizzlies leading by 12. "Ja felt a poke in his hamstring," confirmed Portland coach Mike Norrell. "He will be evaluated and we will have more details on his condition later." The Trail Blazers' backcourt struggled overall, with Damian Lillard contributing only 9 points on 3-of-13 shooting. Deni Avdija led all scorers with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, and will aim to help the team improve its record in their next game. The team's next game is scheduled for tomorrow at 9:00 PM against Utah on the road, with the hope of improving their record to 4-1.

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