BREAKING: Season Over For Ja Morant.“Ja Morant will undergo a surgical repair procedure to his hamstrings in the coming days..then begin his recovery and rehabilitation programme,to be ready for….(ESPN Reports)

BREAKING: Season Over For Ja Morant

MEMPHIS, TN – (ESPN Reports) – In a shocking turn of events that has sent ripples through the NBA community, the Memphis Grizzlies announced today that star point guard Ja Morant will miss the remainder of the 2024–2025 season due to a serious hamstring injury.

According to a statement released by the team and confirmed by ESPN, Morant will undergo a surgical repair procedure on his hamstrings in the coming days. The injury, which was initially believed to be minor, was revealed during further medical imaging to be far more complex than anticipated.

“This is a tough blow for Ja and for all of us,” said Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins in a press conference earlier today. “But we know the kind of fighter he is. The focus now shifts to a full recovery and getting him back stronger than ever.”

Morant, who has had a rollercoaster of a season already—from dazzling performances on the court to off-court scrutiny and redemption—was visibly emotional as he addressed fans in an Instagram Live following the announcement.

“I gave everything I had this season,” Morant said. “This ain’t how I wanted it to end, but I’m built for this. I’ll bounce back.”

The 24-year-old guard was averaging 26.7 points, 7.3 assists, and 5.1 rebounds in what many were calling a comeback campaign after a turbulent previous year. With the Grizzlies fighting for a playoff spot in the tough Western Conference, his absence is a major blow to the team’s hopes.

ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that after surgery, Morant will begin an extensive recovery and rehabilitation program aimed at getting him fully ready for the start of the 2025–2026 season.

NBA players and fans alike have flooded social media with messages of support. LeBron James tweeted, “Tough news. Praying for a strong recovery for my young bro @JaMorant. Come back better.”

As Memphis now faces the remainder of the season without its franchise cornerstone, eyes turn to rising talents Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. to carry the torch.

But for now, the story is about recovery, resilience, and the long road back for one of the league’s most electrifying players.