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Ja Morant Reaction to Season Ending Injury Has Fans Deeply Saddened: “This Sh** Ain’t Real Man”

Published 01/08/2024, 10:50 PM EST

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The Memphis Grizzlies got their zeal back after the return of their superstar, Ja Morant. But it all came crashing down with an unfortunate update coming out from the Grizzlies’ management. Ja Morant injured his shoulder during the Saturday practice session. Later, the MRI scans revealed that he had sustained a Labrum Tear. Moreover, the surgery would end Ja’s dream run this season.

The Grizzlies Nation played the waiting game for the first 25 games of the season, as Morant was serving his suspension. The fandom achieved a new low to an extend where Anthony Edwards himself commented on the fans. He said, “The fans was dead.. I’ve never played in Memphis like this,” during the post game interview. However, Morant’s return revived the fandom, put them back on map. But it only lasted for 9 games.

Fans react to Ja Morant’s recent post after the season-ending injury

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Until Ja Morant’s return, the Grizzlies managed to win only 5 games. But after his return, the team looked locked in and looked to climb up the West ladder. Importantly, he made his return with a spellbinding game-winning bucket against the New Orleans Pelicans. The star’s inclusion immediately reflected on the morale of the side, as they went on to win consecutive games.

However, it didn’t last long for the Grizzlies, as the 24-year-old injured his shoulder during Saturday’s practice session. He also missed his game against the Phoenix Suns, as he sat on the courtside. Later, the MRI scan revealed that he sustained a labrum tear. And the surgery would put him out for the rest of the season. Moreover, he is expected to recover right before the 2024-25 season.

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Following the announcement, Morant took his X handle and dropped a blue heart.

In response to Ja’s post, fans swarmed the comments, expressing their sorrow. Here are some reactions from fans.

Fans put their creative to juice to express their sorrow via memes.

With 40-odd games left in the season for the Grizzlies, the team has to rely on Jaren Jackson Jr. to lead to the side into the post season.

As the Grizzlies have already crumbled without Morant, how will the new update impact the side?

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Will the Grizzlies survive the season without Ja Morant?

The initial 25 games proved that the Memphis side can’t handle the heat without Ja Morant, but the equations have changed after the star’s return. It wasn’t just Jaren Jackson Jr., who led the offense, but also Desmond Bane.

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Apart from him, even the new entrant, Marcus Smart also showed signs of offensive dominance in the last games. Especially against the Lakers, he dropped 29 points and 5 assists to provide a blowout 113-127 win.

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What do you make of the Grizzlies’ future in this season? Let us know in the comments below.

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