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FOCO releases NBA 2022 All-Star and Crosby 500th goal collectible bobbleheads The NBA figures include Nikola Jokic, LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Trae Young, Joel Embiid, Ja Morant and Lamelo Ball...

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • PENNLIVE.COM

Why this NBA All-Star game might mean more to Ja Morant than anybody else there ' Giannotto How a story about Bruce Pearl, Roy Williams and Ja Morant, as told by Morant's father, helps explain the significant of this year's NBA All-...

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Fantasy basketball rising stars: Scottie Barnes, Desmond Bane and more of the NBA's top rookies and sophomores Eric Wong names his fantasy hoops All-Rookie and All-Sophomore teams, and identifies some young guns to watch out for in the second half.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

NBA odds: Every team's 2021-2022 title futures before All-Star Weekend

Will the Suns get back to the Finals? Can the Bulls make a push? Check out the NBA title odds for all teams ahead of All-Star Weekend.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

How Ja Morant, the NBA's breakout star, won over his 'first hater': His dad Throughout his life, any time Memphis Grizzlies breakout star Ja Morant has improved in one area or another has meant a little less chirping...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

'Embrace your journey': Richmond's Desmond Bane turns doubt into dynamic NBA rise with Grizzlies Seton Catholic graduate and Indiana All-Star Desmond Bane enjoys NBA success built on struggle and setbacks.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Ziaire Williams - Quiet again in loss Williams totaled six points (3-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), two rebounds and one steal across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 123-119 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Williams remained in the starting lineup but was unable to move the fantasy needle, turning in another underwhelming performance. He has now scored in single digits in four straight games, adding very little in terms of peripheral production. While he has been able to flash some upside this season, he is simply far too inconsistent to be rostered outside of deeper formats.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Bane - Lands career-high seven triples Bane ended Wednesday's 123-119 loss to the Trail Blazers with 30 points (9-19 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 36 minutes.

Impact Bane was one of only three Grizzlies players to score in double figures during Wednesday's disappointing loss. He erupted from beyond the perimeter, nailing a career-high seven triples. Bane has been a revelation this season, from both a reality and a fantasy perspective. Despite being available toward the backend of most drafts, he has been a solid midround performer all the way. He has established himself as a key piece in the rotation and should be able to maintain his current production, despite the impending return of Dillon Brooks.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant - Blows up with season-high 44 points Morant logged 44 points (11-20 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 21-25 FT), five rebounds, 11 assists and one block in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 123-119 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Morant returned from a one-game absence and put up a season-high 44 points. He was obviously not bothered by the injury and will enter the All-Star game in red-hot form. It's been a breakout season for Morant, at least when it comes to his overall fantasy output. He is posting career-high numbers in basically every category and has the Grizzlies poised for a deep playoff run. Anyone who was able to acquire his services this season has to be thrilled with the return on investment.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame Report: Morant scores season-high in loss to Trail Blazers ' Memphis Grizzlies Get the full recap, highlights, and photos from the Grizzlies game against the Trail Blazers on February 16, 2022 that took place at FedExFo...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • NBA.COM

Blazers overcome Morant's 44 points, beat Grizzlies 123-119

Jusuf Nurkic had 32 points and eight rebounds, Anfernee Simons added 31 points and six assists and the Portland Trail Blazers overcame Ja Morant's 44-point game and beat the Memphi...

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tyus Jones - Shifts back to bench Jones will come off the bench Wednesday against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Jones delivered 27 points (11-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine assists, one rebound and one steal over 32 minutes while starting in place of Ja Morant (ankle) on Tuesday, but Morant will rejoin the lineup for the second half of the back-to-back set Wednesday. Jones will remain a piece of the rotation as the backup point guard but doesn't have much fantasy utility in that role.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant - Will play Wednesday Morant will play and is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest against Portland.

Impact Morant will make his return Wednesday after missing Tuesday's game due to an ankle injury. The 22-year-old is averaging 27.0 points, 6.6 assists and 5.2 rebounds over his last five games.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant - Set to warm up Wednesday Morant (ankle) will warm up ahead of Wednesday's game against Portland but remains a game-time decision, Jay Allen of NBC Sports Northwest Rip City Radio 620 reports.

Impact Morant was sidelined for Tuesday's loss to the Pelicans due to left ankle soreness, but he'll test the ankle during pregame warmups before his status for Wednesday's tilt with Portland is ultimately determined. If he ends up sitting, Tyus Jones and De'Anthony Melton would likely see increased run in the Grizzlies' backcourt.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

De'Anthony Melton - Produces well off bench Melton supplied 13 points (5-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 22 minutes Tuesday in the Grizzlies' 121-109 win over the Pelicans.

Impact The absence of Ja Morant (ankle) may have played a small factor in Melton clearing 20 minutes, but Tyus Jones was the main beneficiary while moving into the starting five. Even if Morant doesn't miss any additional time beyond Tuesday, Melton has managed to put himself on the radar in 12-team leagues through his play of late, despite continuing to handle a relatively limited role. Through six games in February, Melton is averaging 12.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 2.3 three-pointers and 1.7 steals in 21.5 minutes per contest.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Tillman - Out again Wednesday Tillman (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Tillman is set to miss a fifth straight contest due to right thigh soreness. His next chance to suit up will be when the Grizzlies return to action following the All-Star break against the Timberwolves on Feb. 24.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yves Pons - Still out Wednesday Pons (thigh) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Pons will sit out a fifth straight game heading into the All-Star break. A timetable for his return isn't yet clear, but his continued absence shouldn't impact the Grizzlies' rotation.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant - Questionable Wednesday Morant (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Morant was unavailable Tuesday against New Orleans but will have a chance to return for the second half of the back-to-back set. If he's unable to play, Tyus Jones and De'Anthony Melton should continue to see additional work.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

All-Star debut moment? Look to Morant, Ball for highlights The NBA All-Star Game seems to be tailor-made for Ja Morant and LaMelo Ball.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

All-Star debut moment? Look to Morant, Ball for highlights

The NBA All-Star Game seems to be tailor-made for Ja Morant and LaMelo Ball

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS