The Memphis Grizzlies will be facing the Denver Nuggets tonight and it surely is a clash that fans are excited for. Both of these teams are widely regarded as two of the best teams in the NBA, mainly because of their performances in recent years. The Nuggets hold the top spot in the West with 44 wins and 19 losses.
The Grizzlies are the 2nd seed right now, with 38 wins and 23 losses. It is interesting to see how Ja Morant‘s “I’m fine in the West” comment has turned out right now. The Nuggets aren’t showing any signs of slowing down this year and that could be a huge problem for the Grizzlies. With that said, let’s take a look at the injury reports and expected rosters for the game tonight.
Ja Morant is available for the Memphis Grizzlies vs Denver Nuggets game tonight
NBA fans must be aware of the allegations Ja Morant has been facing. For some context, the Grizzlies point guard has been accused of attacking a 17-year-old boy, and then “pointing a gun” at him. However, it was later concluded that the weapon could only be visible in his waistband, and the player did not threaten the boy with it.
Ja is available for the game tonight but will wear a mask during the game. The young star suffered a nasal fracture very recently but will still play despite the setback.
The NBA’s injury report says Ja Morant will wear a face mask when the Grizzlies take on the Nuggets tonight after suffering a nasal fracture 🎭 pic.twitter.com/R41Fwz1AJP
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Apart from Ja, the only player on the Grizzlies roster is Steven Adams. He remains on the sidelines due to a knee injury. He suffered a PCL sprain in his right knee and has not played for the Grizzlies since January. However, sources mention that a return could be on the cards.
Memphis Grizzlies injury report
- Steven Adams (out)
Memphis Grizzlies expected roster
- Ja Morant
- Dillon Brooks
- Desmond Bane
- Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Xavier Tillman
Denver Nuggets injury report
- Vlatko Cancar (questionable)
- Michael Porter Jr. (probable)
- Aaron Gordon (probable)
- Zeke Nnaji (out)
Denver Nuggets expected roster
- Nikola Jokic
- Michael Porter Jr. (probable)
- Aaron Gordon (probable)
- Jamal Murray
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
The Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon and Michael Porter Jr. are also dealing with rib and heel injuries respectively. However, it looks like they are probable for the game tonight and will make an appearance.
Can the Grizzlies end the Nuggets’ 3-game winning streak?
Winning streaks are becoming more and more common in the league right now. The Milwaukee Bucks are currently on a 16-game winning streak and seem to be firing on all cylinders. Although the Nuggets are far behind with just 3, it is still an impressive feat. It boosts confidence and also helps to intimidate opponents as well. However, it is no secret that the Grizzlies players are a different type of bunch, and don’t back down from a battle.
It is interesting that the Tennessee-based franchise also won its last three games. It would surely be a feast for NBA fans tonight. When they faced each other last week, the Grizzlies won the game 112-94. Ja was the standout player for them, with 23 points. Despite Jokic’s best efforts with a double-double, the Grizzlies got the job done.
We could predict the same to happen tonight, mainly because of how the Grizzlies fare against the stronger teams. They have always done well against teams who are knit well defensively.