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The Memphis Grizzlies’ injured players are increasing as the stars get healthy

The Memphis Grizzlies’ injured players are increasing as the stars get healthy

The The Memphis Grizzlies’ mounting injuries At the start of the season, the 2-3 start only adds to the frustration. The Grizzlies lost at home to the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday and must turn around to face the Milwaukee Bucks (1-5) on Thursday.

Jaren Jackson Jr. admitted Monday after the Grizzlies’ win over the Chicago Bulls that it’s difficult as a competitor to navigate limited minutes. As for star Ja Morant, he had three words to say about his 29 minutes of playing time after Wednesday’s game.

“Live with it,” Morant said.

This is how the Grizzlies start the day on Thursday:

Yes Morant

Injury: Pain in the thigh

outlook: Morant has played less than 30 minutes in every game this season, missing Monday’s game against the Bulls and 29 minutes on Wednesday against the Nets, where Morant finished the game with 14 points, 11 assists and 8 rebounds.

Jaren Jackson Jr.

Injury: Hamstring

outlook: Jackson has appeared in three games since returning from a hamstring injury, playing less than 30 minutes in each. Jackson played 28 minutes on Wednesday with 30 points and four rebounds.

Desmond Bane

Injury: Suffered an oblique injury early in the third quarter against the Nets. Bane played 17 minutes with 10 points and 6 rebounds.

outlook: Status report expected Thursday.

Marcus Smart

Injury: Twisted his right ankle six minutes into the game against the Bulls.

outlook: Status report expected Thursday.