The Memphis Grizzlies have been saddled with the dubious distinction of being the first team eliminated from the 2024-25 NBA playoffs. After earning their way in through the Play-In Tournament, they suffered a four-game sweep at the hands of the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant won't be available for Game 4 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to ESPN. Morant left Game 3 late in the second quarter because of a hip injury. After a pass from Scotty Pippen Jr., Morant planted his feet and jumped, but he was hit by Thunder wing Lu Dort before falling hard onto the FedExForum floor.

Memphis guard Ja Morant is doubtful to play Saturday when the Grizzlies face elimination in Game 4 of their Western Conference series against Oklahoma City because of a bruised hip. Morant was injured when he crashed to the floor in Game 3,