Jaren Jackson Jr. (back) and Santi Aldama (ankle) are doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Mavericks.

Friday’s loss to the Nuggets relegated the Grizzlies to the play-in tournament; depending on Sunday’s results, they’ll be the seventh or eighth seed. Most of the team’s key rotation players, including Jackson and Aldama, are doubtful for Sunday. Marvin Bagley III and GG Jackson are among those who should experience an increase in playing time, especially if the Grizzlies’ key frontcourt players don’t play.

Isaiah Stewart (knee) is out for Sunday’s game against the Bucks.

Sunday’s game will be Stewart’s second straight missed with a sore knee. With the Pistons locked into the sixth seed in the East, ensuring Beef Stew is healthy for the playoffs is the priority. Paul Reed will play rotation minutes off the bench and may take on a heavy workload in the regular season finale.

Cade Cunningham (knee) is probable for Sunday’s game against the Bucks.

Cunningham is probable for Sunday’s game, but fantasy managers in active leagues should not expect too much from him. Friday’s loss to Milwaukee locked the Pistons into the sixth seed in the East, and they’ll face the Knicks in the first round of the playoffs. Ensuring Cunningham is healthy for next weekend is far more critical than him playing starters’ minutes on Sunday.

Ja Morant posted 21 points (8-of-21 FGs), two rebounds, six assists, one steal and two three-pointers on Friday in a loss to the Nuggets.

Morant’s 21 points represented his lowest single-game output since February 23, when he matched that total against the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old point guard also saw a streak of shooting at least 40 percent from the field in five-straight games end. Morant just didn’t have it going on offense the way he typically has over the last two weeks. The Grizzlies close out the season with the Mavericks on Sunday, though their fate has been sealed with the team heading to the play-in tournament.

Ja Morant had 21 points (8-of-21 FGs), two rebounds, six assists, one steal and two three-pointers against the Nuggets on Friday.

Morant’s 21 points Friday were the lowest mark he’s had in a game since February 23, when he scored 21 points against the Cavaliers. The 25-year-old point guard also saw a streak of shooting at least 40 percent from the field in five-straight games end. Morant just didn’t have it going on offense the way he typically has over the last two weeks. The Grizzlies close out the season with the Mavericks on Sunday, though their fate has been sealed with the team heading to the play-in tournament.

Zach Edey had eight points (3-of-4 FGs), 17 rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks against the Nuggets on Friday.

Edey has now had at least 16 rebounds in four of his last six games and at least 13 rebounds in five of his last six games. The 22-year-old center is certainly a unique player with his propensity for rebounds. He’s also a force on the defensive end, which makes his low scoring games easier to digest. While he’s still young, this may be his fantasy ceiling, which is still more than valuable enough to make him a target going into drafts next season.

Jalen Duren had 11 points (5-of-9 FGs), 16 rebounds, five assists and one block against the Bucks on Friday.

Duren put up another double-double, his sixth in his last seven games. The 21-year-old center is closing out the regular season on a high note as he’s provided seventh-round fantasy value over the last two months of the season. Fantasy managers will certainly take that after a slow start to the season. Duren isn’t a name fantasy managers should forget heading into drafts next season.

Cade Cunningham had 36 points (15-of-21 FGs), six rebounds, 12 assists, two blocks and two three-pointers against the Bucks on Friday.

Cunningham had one of his most efficient scoring games of the year as he dropped 36 points on 21 shots against the Bucks Friday. The 23-year-old point guard did it all for the Pistons once again, dishing out 12 assists on his way to a double-double. Cade has put up 36 points in back-to-back games. Despite missing time with a calf issue in previous weeks, he seems to be feeling good with the Pistons one game away from a playoff series.

Jalen Duren (leg) is available for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Duren is available after sitting out Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies. His return means Isaiah Stewart will come off the bench, with Beef Stew’s fantasy value taking a hit for those in active leagues.

Tobias Harris (heel) is out for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Harris will miss a third straight game with a heel injury. Dennis Schroder received the starting nod for Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies and should remain in that role. Harris’s absence also increases Malik Beasley’s value, despite his coming off the bench.

Ja Morant (illness) is no longer on the injury report for Tuesday’s game against the Hornets.

Morant will return to the Grizzlies’ lineup after sitting out Saturday’s win over the Pistons. Scotty Pippen Jr. will head to the bench after logging 29 minutes as a starter against Detroit. His fantasy value takes a sizable hit due to decreased playing time.

Vince Williams Jr. (illness) was seen getting up shots at Monday’s practice.

V-Dub has missed three straight games due to an illness, but his appearance at practice bodes well for his availability on Tuesday against the Hornets. If he’s able to go, expect him to handle his normal allotment of minutes.

Ja Morant (illness) is expected to play in Tuesday’s matchup with the Hornets.

Morant was a late scratch on Saturday, and though he didn’t practice on Monday, Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo expects him to return following a one-game absence. Morant’s return will likely send Scotty Pippen Jr. back to the bench.

Luke Kornet played 26 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Wizards, finishing with 13 points (6-of-9 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 14 rebounds and three assists.

Jalen Duren (leg) and Tobias Harris (heel) are questionable for Monday’s game against the Kings.

Duren and Harris were held out of Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies, with Isaiah Stewart and Dennis Schroder replacing them in the starting lineup. While Schroder’s fantasy value is impacted more by Cade Cunningham’s presence in the lineup, Beef Stew’s value will be raised if Duren cannot play, and he gets another start.

Ausar Thompson shot 7-of-9 from the field and 4-of-6 from the foul line in Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies, finishing with 18 points, 11 rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block in 31 minutes.

Thompson finished Saturday’s defeat with his second double-double in five games and third of the season. Over the past two weeks, the second-year wing has been a sixth-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats. While Thompson may not be a star within the Pistons’ lineup, he’s a “connector,” which has ensured he provides solid fantasy value. For Thompson managers whose leagues run through Week 23, the Pistons play four games, and Monday’s matchup with the Kings will be excellent for streaming purposes.

Isaiah Stewart logged 34 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies, accounting for 16 points (7-of-11 FGs), eight rebounds, four assists, two steals, three blocks and two three-pointers.

Beef Stew returned to the court on Saturday after a two-game suspension, and he did so as a starter. Jalen Duren (leg) was ruled out shortly before tip-off, so Stewart was inserted into the starting lineup. And he had a productive night, filling the stat sheet in 34 minutes on the court. Duren’s absence also meant Paul Reed remained in the rotation, but he offered limited production in his 11 minutes on the court. Once Duren returns, Stewart will head back to the bench.

Cade Cunningham amassed 25 points (9-of-24 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and two three-pointers in 28 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies.

Cunningham returned to the Pistons’ lineup on Saturday after missing six games with a calf injury. While the shot was a bit off, he finished one steal shy of a complete stat line. Interestingly, Pistons coach JB Bickerstaff kept Dennis Schroder in the starting lineup, moving Malik Beasley to the bench instead. Schroder (10/2/4 with two three-pointers) was able to preserve some of his fantasy value, and there wasn’t much change for Beasley (11 points, three rebounds, one steal and three three-pointers), either. How long Schroder remains in the starting lineup depends on Tobias Harris, who did not play on Saturday due to a heel injury.

Cade Cunningham (calf) amassed 25 points (9-of-24 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and two three-pointers in 28 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Grizzlies.

Cunningham returned to the Pistons’ lineup on Saturday after missing six games with a calf injury. While the shot was a bit off, he finished one steal shy of a complete stat line. Interestingly, Pistons coach JB Bickerstaff kept Dennis Schroder in the starting lineup, moving Malik Beasley to the bench instead. Schroder (10/2/4 with two three-pointers) was able to preserve some of his fantasy value, and there wasn’t much change for Beasley (11 points, three rebounds, one steal and three three-pointers), either. How long Schroder remains in the starting lineup depends on Tobias Harris, who did not play on Saturday due to a heel injury.

Zach Edey played 29 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Pistons, finishing with six points (3-of-8 FGs), 21 rebounds, six assists and one blocked shot.

Edey surpassed 20 rebounds in a game for the first time this season, making up for a subpar scoring night. In addition to the 21 rebounds, the rookie recorded six assists, which was also a season-high. Over the past two weeks, Edey has provided sixth-round value in nine-cat formats and seventh-round value in eight-cat. The Grizzlies end the regular season with a four-game Week 23, starting with the Hornets on Tuesday.

Desmond Bane tallied 38 points (15-of-23 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists and four three-pointers in 38 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Pistons.

Bane continues to offer even greater value to fantasy managers when the Grizzlies are without Ja Morant, who was scratched just prior to tip-off with an illness. Bane went on to shoot over 50 percent from the field and score a game-high 38 points. The point total is the highest for him since March 17, when he put up 44 in a loss to the Kings. For Bane managers whose leagues run through Week 23, the Grizzlies play four games, starting with the lowly Hornets on Tuesday.

Jaren Jackson Jr. played 35 minutes in Saturday’s win over the Pistons, scoring 27 points (9-of-23 FGs, 8-of-11 FTs), 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one three-pointer.

The Grizzlies played Saturday’s game without Ja Morant, who was a late scratch due to illness. Jackson took on more of the offensive workload, and while the field-goal percentage wasn’t great, the overall stat line was solid. The double-double was Jackson’s second in four games and sixth of the season, and the rebound category is where fantasy managers will want to see more production in 2025-26. Unless Jackson goes on an absolute tear next week, he’ll average fewer than six rebounds per game for the second straight season. If there is improvement in that category, Trip will likely boast a higher fantasy floor than he currently does.

Ja Morant (illness) is out for Saturday’s game against the Pistons.

Morant is a late scratch for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Scotty Pippen Jr. is the replacement, and he stands to provide solid streaming value in that role.

Ja Morant (illness) is now questionable for Saturday’s game against the Pistons.

Morant is a late addition to the injury report, as the Grizzlies initially announced him as a starter. If he cannot play, Scotty Pippen Jr. or Luke Kennard will move into the starting lineup. Pippen offers a higher fantasy ceiling as a starter, while Kennard’s promotion would increase Desmond Bane’s value.

Cade Cunningham (calf) is available for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Cunningham is back in the Pistons’ lineup after a six-game absence, pushing Malik Beasley to the bench. However, that isn’t the only change to the starting five. Jalen Duren (leg) is out, resulting in Isaiah Stewart starting his first game back from a two-game suspension. Tim Hardway Jr., Dennis Schroder and Ausar Thompson complete the starting five.

Jalen Duren (leg) is out for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Duren will not be available for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. Isaiah Stewart, who returns from a two-game suspension, is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. Duren’s absence also means rotation minutes for Paul Reed, who offers limited streaming value when allowed to play.

Jalen Duren (leg) is questionable for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Duren is dealing with a peroneal contusion in his right leg, hence his appearance on the injury report. If he’s unable to play, the Pistons will turn to Isaiah Stewart and Paul Reed to fill the void. Stewart is returning from a two-game suspension. If Duren can play, Reed will likely fall out of the rotation.

Tobias Harris (heel) is out for Saturday’s game against the Grizzlies.

Harris has been downgraded from questionable to out, which means Dennis Schroder will remain in the starting lineup. Schroder is worth streaming in some standard leagues, even with Cade Cunningham on track to return from a left calf contusion. Also worth rostering is Malik Beasley, who will have a key role off the bench.

Cade Cunningham (calf) is probable to play against the Grizzlies on Saturday.

Cunningham has missed Detroit’s last six games, but he is expected to make his return to the rotation against Memphis. He’ll immediately return to the starting unit, which will push Dennis Schroder back to the bench. That will also take away minutes from Marcus Sasser, who has played well with Cunningham sidelined.

Tobias Harris (heel) is questionable to play against the Grizzlies on Saturday.

Harris’ recent availability has been incredibly frustrating, making him a difficult player to rely on, even if the Pistons clear him to play. Malik Beasley will continue to start in place of Harris if he is sidelined, but if Harris is available, Beasley will return to playing a reserve role, where he has still had success this season.

Dennis Schroder had 16 points (5-of-13 FGs), four rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one three-pointer against the Raptors on Friday.

Schroder continues to start with Cade Cunningham (calf) out of the lineup. Unfortunately for fantasy managers, this hasn’t been the 31-year-old point guard’s very best stretch of play. Schroder was able to have a solid game with 16 points and seven assists, giving him four straight games with at least seven assists. Schroder will keep starting as long as Cunningham is out and he needs to be rostered in all formats until that stops.

Tim Hardaway Jr. had 23 points (8-of-14 FGs), three rebounds, one steal and five three-pointers against the Raptors on Friday.

Hardaway Jr. has now had back-to-back games with at least 23 points. With Cade Cunningham (calf) and Tobias Harris (Achilles) out of the lineup, there’s plenty of opportunities for the 33-year-old shooting guard these days. Hardaway Jr. was efficient as he only took 14 shots, but Malik Beasley still might have more potential as he led the Pistons with 20 shot attempts Friday.

Jalen Duren had 21 points (9-of-11 FGs), 18 rebounds, six assists, one steal and four blocks against in the Pistons’ 117-105 victory over the Raptors on Friday.

Duren absolutely dominated the Raptors Friday with little resistance from the Toronto defense. The 21-year-old center had 21 points on 11 shots, pulled down 18 rebounds and had six assists. All without Cade Cunningham (calf) and Tobias Harris (Achilles) to take attention away from the defense. Duren also blocked four shots to cap a massive evening from the young big man. The four blocks are the most he’s had in a game since March 3 against the Jazz.

Cade Cunningham (calf) is out for Friday’s game against the Raptors.

No surprise here as Cunningham is set to miss his sixth game in a row with a calf injury. With the Pistons locked into a top-six playoff seed in the Eastern Conference, there’s no reason to push things with their 23-year-old superstar. Dennis Schroder will continue to start in Cunningham’s absence with Marcus Sasser coming off the bench as the backup point guard.

Vince Williams Jr. (illness) is out for Saturday’s game against the Pistons.

Williams is set to miss his third straight game with an illness. Luke Kennard figures to see additional minutes with Williams out, though with the Grizzlies’ deep rotation of players that doesn’t necessarily make him fantasy-relevant in standard leagues.

Zach Edey had eight points (3-of-3 FGs), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block against the Heat on Thursday.

Edey has now collected at least 11 rebounds in three of his last four games. Despite inconsistent playing time, the 22-year-old rookie center from Purdue is a rebounding machine when he’s out there. Edey has provided sixth-round fantasy value over the past two weeks as he’s also an excellent shot blocker.

Desmond Bane had 17 points (6-of-23 FGs), nine rebounds, six assists, one steal and one three-pointer against the Heat on Thursday.

Bane struggled on the offensive end with 17 points on 23 attempts from the field. The 26-year-old shooting guard was just 1-of-9 from behind the three-point line. It’s the third time in his last five games that he’s made only one three-point attempt. While Bane’s scoring production has been a little inconsistent lately, fantasy managers can take solace that the Grizzlies have a fourth game this week Saturday against the short-handed Pistons.

Ja Morant had 30 points (11-of-22 FGs), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and three three-pointers in the Grizzlies’ 110-108 victory over the Heat on Thursday.

Morant had at least 30 points for the second-straight game as he seems to be all the way back from his hamstring injury. He made at least 50 percent of his shots from the field for the third-straight game and is 35-of-64 over his last three games. The 25-year-old point guard appears to be excelling in the aftermath of Taylor Jenkins’ firing and under the tutelage of interim coach Tuomas Iisalo.

Tobias Harris (heel) is out for Friday’s game against the Raptors.

Harris missed two games with an Achilles injury before returning Wednesday only to leave the game against the Thunder prematurely. The 32-year-old Harris has now been ruled out of Friday’s matchup against the Raptors as concern around his heel grows. Malik Beasley will likely move into the starting lineup again with Harris out.

Cade Cunningham (calf) is questionable to play against the Raptors on Friday.

Cunningham has missed Detroit’s last five games, but he could be back in the lineup against Toronto. They won’t rush him back if he isn’t fully healthy with the playoffs this close, so this certainly isn’t a guarantee that he’ll make his return. Dennis Schroder will continue to start until Cunningham returns, with Marcus Sasser, who will be back after serving a one-game suspension, filling out the backup point guard minutes.

Dennis Schroder had 15 points (6-of-18 FGs), four rebounds, seven assists and one three-pointer against the Thunder on Wednesday.

Schroder started his third game in a row in the absence of Cade Cunningham (calf) Wednesday. The 31-year-old point guard didn’t have as good of a game this time around as he had just 15 points on 18 shots and seven assists after going for double-doubles in his previous two games. It’s unclear when Cunningham might return, which likely means more starts for Schroder, who is a must-roster player as long as he’s in the starting lineup.

Tim Hardaway Jr. had 23 points (8-of-14 FGs), three rebounds, three assists and five three-pointers against the Thunder on Wednesday.

Hardaway Jr. went off for 23 points and five three-pointers as the Pistons lost by 16 to the Thunder. We’ve seen this movie before as the 33-year-old shooting guard is certainly capable of big games but tends not to sustain this level of production. He might have the opportunity if Tobias Harris, who left Wednesday’s game against the Thunder with an Achilles injury, misses more time. In that case, Malik Beasley would return to the starting lineup, and he’s arguably better than Hardaway in a similar role.

Tobias Harris (Achilles) won’t return to Wednesday’s game against the Thunder.

Harris was ruled out in the second half with right Achilles tendinopathy. The 32-year-old power forward missed the last two games with an Achilles issue and now wasn’t able to finish the game against the Thunder Wednesday. It’s difficult not to be concerned about Harris’ availability going forward. With the Pistons looking ahead to the playoffs, he could take games off even if he’s close to 100 percent healthy. Malik Beasley figures to move into the starting lineup if Harris is unable to start the Pistons next game, which comes Friday against the Raptors.

Tobias Harris (Achilles) is available for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder.

No surprise here as Harris was initially listed as probable Wednesday against the Thunder. The 32-year-old small forward missed the last two games with an Achilles issue. Malik Beasley will return to the bench as Harris re-joins the starting lineup.

Cade Cunningham (calf) is out for Wednesday’s game against the Thunder.

No surprise here as Cunningham, who missed Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves, was originally listed as doubtful. Dennis Schroder will continue to start as the Pistons’ point guard and should play a lot of minutes Wednesday with backup Marcus Sasser serving a suspension.

John Konchar (illness) is not on the injury report for Thursday’s game against the Heat.

Konchar will be available after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors. While he’ll be in the rotation, Konchar’s minutes will not likely be enough to impact fantasy basketball. Managers can afford to leave him on the waiver wire.

Vince Williams Jr. (illness) is out for Thursday’s game against the Heat.

Williams’ continued absence means Luke Kennard should play additional minutes off the bench again. However, he logged 22 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, which is not enough to make an impact in most fantasy leagues.

Santi Aldama accounted for 18 points (6-of-11 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and four three-pointers in 30 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors.

After scoring 21 points and recording a solid stat line in Monday’s loss to the Celtics, Aldama was also solid in Tuesday’s loss to Golden State. This was a needed two-game stretch for the fourth-year forward, who is ranked outside the top 150 in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. Rostered in 43 percent of Yahoo! leagues, Aldama has been a 10th-round player in eight- and nine-cat formats this season. Unfortunately, the production dipped at the wrong time for those who have relied on him for consistent late-round value.

Desmond Bane amassed 19 points (6-of-15 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers in 35 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors.

While Bane’s scoring output has been slightly inconsistent recently, he has still provided sixth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. The 1-of-12 night against Oklahoma City damaged his field goal percentage, with Bane making 44.2 percent of his attempts. However, Bane’s other numbers have been solid, preserving his overall value to category league managers. The good news for Bane managers is that Memphis plays two more games during Week 22, starting with Miami on Thursday.

Jaren Jackson Jr. logged 31 minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, recording 22 points (7-of-20 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and two three-pointers.

Jackson exited with 1:55 remaining in the fourth quarter and the Grizzlies trailing by one, 123-122. Memphis would only score three more points the rest of the way, as no one could contribute with the Warriors taking away Ja Morant and Desmond Bane. Over the past two weeks, Jackson has provided fifth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats, two rounds worse than his season-long production. One difference has been the field goal percentage, with Trip shooting 43.5 percent over the past two weeks. Fantasy managers hope he’ll clean that up during the Grizzlies’ final two games of Week 22.

Ja Morant shot 14-of-22 from the field and 3-of-3 from the foul line in Tuesday’s loss to the Warriors, finishing with 36 points, three rebounds, six assists, two steals and five three-pointers in 33 minutes.

Wednesday’s point total was Morant’s best since returning from a hamstring injury, and he shot over 50 percent from the field. While much was made of the Grizzlies’ offensive system in the aftermath of Taylor Jenkins’s firing, the team appeared to run more pick-and-roll actions for Morant on Tuesday than they have for most of this season. The staff changes made before the season were meant to install an offense with more ball movement, with current interim coach Tuomas Iisalo among those hires. While that did happen, Memphis’s usage of two-man actions is something to watch for the rest of this season.

Vince Williams Jr. (illness) has been ruled out against the Warriors on Tuesday.

Williams Jr. was a late addition to the injury report and will now be held out of Tuesday’s game. Luke Kennard and Cam Spencer should take on extra minutes with Williams Jr. out, but only Kennard has streaming appeal.

John Konchar (illness) is out for Tuesday’s game against the Warriors.

Konchar’s absence will not significantly impact fantasy basketball, as he played eight minutes in the Grizzlies’ last two games. With Vince Williams Jr. (illness) also out, Luke Kennard’s playing time may increase in a pivotal matchup for both teams. He played 19 minutes in Monday’s loss to the Celtics.

Tobias Harris (Achilles) is probable to play against the Thunder on Wednesday.

Harris was a late scratch on Sunday after initially being listed as probable and eventually being cleared to play. That came one game after he was a late scratch after not being listed on the injury report at all. Hopefully that doesn’t happen a third time, but if it does, Malik Beasley will continue to start after having 27 points and six three-pointers on Sunday.

Cade Cunningham (calf) is doubtful to play against the Thunder on Wednesday.

This will be the second-straight game that Cunningham is initially listed as doubtful, and it will likely lead to a fifth-straight absence. Dennis Schroder will remain Detroit’s starting point guard until Cunningham returns and could take on an even larger role with Marcus Sasser serving a one-game suspension. Schroder has recorded a double-double in each of the Pistons’ last two games.

Santi Aldama provided a boost off the bench with 21 points (8-of-18 FGs), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers against the Celtics on Monday.

Aldama has been solid all season, but the production has been quieter in recent months when compared to his early-season numbers. Monday’s performance was his highest-scoring night since February 2, which was a 23-point night in a win. That is something Memphis hasn’t done much of recently as they lost for the sixth time in their last seven games on Monday. Aldama has been a reliable reserve for them, but it’s hard to count on him for this level of production. He ranks outside the top-200 in nine-cat leagues over the past two weeks.

Ja Morant led the Grizzlies with 26 points (10-of-20 FGs), six rebounds, five assists, two steals and two three-pointers in a 117-103 loss to the Celtics on Monday.

Morant was once again able to turn in a strong stat line in his second game back after missing six games with a hamstring injury. The last time Morant scored less than 20 points in a game was February 20, which was the Grizzlies’ first game after the All-Star break. Availability has once again been an issue for Morant this season, but he hasn’t had any issues pouring in the points when he’s on the floor. This was the first night of a back-to-back, and it wouldn’t be surprising if Morant didn’t play against the Warriors on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the injury report, though that game is far more important for the playoff race out West, so it would be surprising if they opted to rest him against Golden State and play him against Boston.

Jaren Jackson Jr. recorded a double-double on Monday with 20 points (8-of-16 FGs), 15 rebounds, one assist, one block and three three-pointers against the Celtics.

The most notable flaw in Jackson Jr.'s game is his lack of rebounding production, but that wasn’t the case on Monday. Though it wasn’t enough to get the win, JJJ set a new career-high for rebounds, eclipsing his previous best mark of 13, which he has done twice over the last two seasons. It was a nice boost in Monday’s game, but it isn’t something that managers should grow accustomed to. Memphis still has three more games this week, including the second night of a back-to-back against the Warriors on Tuesday.

Ja Morant tallied 22 points (9-of-23 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Lakers.

Morant returned to the Grizzlies’ lineup on Saturday after missing six games with a hamstring injury. He did so while playing for a new head coach, with Toumas Iisalo grabbing the reins on an interim basis, after Taylor Jenkins was fired earlier this week after six seasons at the helm. The point guard’s efficiency wasn’t great, as he shot 9-of-23 from the field, but 10 assists countered his four turnovers. When healthy, Morant has been a superior option in eight-cat formats and team builds in which turnovers are punted. Memphis’s four-game Week 22 includes a Monday/Tuesday back-to-back, so there may be another opportunity for Scotty Pippen Jr. to start. Pippen played 23 minutes off the bench against the Lakers, finishing with 16 points, three rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers.

Ja Morant tallied 22 points (9-of-23 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 31 minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Lakers

Morant returned to the Grizzlies’ lineup on Saturday after missing six games with a hamstring injury. He did so while playing for a new head coach, as interim Toumas Iisalo grabbed the reins after Taylor Jenkins’s firing. The point guard’s efficiency wasn’t great, as he shot 9-of-23 from the field, but 10 assists countered his four turnovers. When healthy, Morant has been a superior option in eight-cat formats and team builds in which turnovers are punted. Memphis’s four-game Week 22 includes a Monday/Tuesday back-to-back, so there may be another opportunity for Scotty Pippen Jr. to start. Pippen played 23 minutes off the bench against the Lakers, finishing with 16 points, three rebounds, five assists, one steal and three three-pointers.