MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES NEWS

Ja Morant scores 34 points, Grizzlies beat Wizards 115-95

Ja Morant scored 34 points, his sixth straight game of at least 30 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies built an early lead in a 115-95 victory over the Washington Wizards on Saturday...

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

John Konchar - Starting Saturday Konchar is starting Saturday's game against the Wizards, Rob Fischer of Bally Sports Southeast reports.

Impact Konchar came off the bench in each of the last two games but will rejoin the starting lineup since Ziaire Williams (knee) is unavailable Saturday. Across his three starts last week, the 25-year-old has averaged 5.3 points and 7.3 rebounds in 29.3 minutes per game.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Anderson - Available Saturday Anderson (COVID-19 protocols) is available for Saturday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Anderson missed the last five games due to the league's health and safety protocols but will be back in action Saturday. He averaged 23.0 minutes per game in his five appearances prior to his absence, but it's possible that he could have his playing time monitored against Washington.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ziaire Williams - Won't play Saturday Williams (knee) is out Saturday against the Wizards.

Impact Williams' status doesn't come as a significant surprise since he was initially listed as doubtful due to left knee soreness. John Konchar, Desmond Bane and Jarrett Culver should see increased work Saturday.

JANUARY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Washington Wizards: live updates, score The Memphis Grizzlies have one of the best records in January and, the Washington Wizards have lost four straight, but Saturday is a good ma...

JANUARY 30, 2022 • COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM

Ziaire Williams - Unlikely to play Saturday Williams is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Wizards due to left knee soreness.

Impact Williams has been productive recently, as he's averaged 11.0 points and 2.2 rebounds in 28.0 minutes per game across his last five appearances. If he's ultimately sidelined Saturday, John Konchar, Desmond Bane and Jarrett Culver could see additional run.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Anderson - Questionable Saturday Anderson (COVID-19 protocols) is questionable Saturday against the Wizards.

Impact Anderson has spent a week and a half in the league's health and safety protocols but will have a chance to return to the court Saturday. If he remains out, John Konchar and De'Anthony Melton should continue to handle increased workloads.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

De'Anthony Melton - Approaches double-double vs. Jazz Melton contributed 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt), nine rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals across 28 minutes during Friday's 119-109 win over Utah.

Impact Melton came off the bench once again during Friday's matchup, but he scored in double figures for the fourth time in the last six games while finishing with the second-most assists on the team. Across his last six appearances, the 23-year-old has averaged 11.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.8 assists in 23.7 minutes per game.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jaren Jackson Jr. - Well-rounded contributor in win Jackson registered 18 points (8-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, three assists, six blocks and two steals in 30 minutes during Friday's 119-109 win over the Jazz.

Impact Jackson was highly efficient from the floor during Friday's victory, but he also generated production on both ends of the floor while blocking six shots for a second consecutive game. The 22-year-old has now scored in double figures in each of the last six games, and he's averaged 18.8 points, 6.2 rebounds and 4.2 blocks in 30.2 minutes per contest across that span.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant - Puts up triple-double in victory Morant amassed 30 points (10-22 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 8-13 FT), 10 rebounds, 10 assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Friday's 119-109 win over the Jazz.

Impact Morant has been dominant on the scoreboard recently, as he's now scored 30-plus points in each of the last five games. While the 22-year-old has also recorded his fair share of rebounds and assists, Friday's performance marked the first time he posted a triple-double during the 2021-22 campaign. Across his last five appearances, Morant has averaged 35.4 points, 8.8 assists and 8.4 rebounds in 38.0 minutes per game.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Morant and the Grizzlies face the Wizards

Ja Morant leads Memphis into a matchup against Washington averaging 25.9 points per game

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Postgame Report: Morant's triple-double lifts Grizzlies over Jazz ' Memphis Grizzlies Get the full recap, highlights, and photos from the Grizzlies game against the Jazz on January 28, 2022 that took place at FedExForum in Mem...

JANUARY 29, 2022 • NBA.COM

All-Star Morant has triple-double, Grizzlies beat Jazz Ja Morant had 30 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists as the Memphis Grizzlies pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat the Utah Jazz 119-109...

JANUARY 29, 2022 • SACBEE.COM