Pelicans vs Grizzlies: Expected Line-Ups for Both Teams, As Ja Morant Returns Tonight After 25-Game Suspension

Memphis Grizzlies will be planning to take revenge for the first season encounter loss they had against the Pelicans. On the other hand, the Pelicans will try to pelt opponents with another loss.

Luke Lennard, Marcus Smart, and Derrick Rose have been out of the Grizzlies ranks and it has been affecting them deeply. Morant’s return will bring some respite. The Grizzlies are carrying the baggage of a game-losing streak. Ja Morant is going to pair with his all-favourite buddy Desmond Bane. During the tough time, Desmond has been like a lone fighter. Karen Jackson Jr. and Xavier Tillman will be on the frontline. Vince Williams Jr. and Jacob will try to soldier the perimeter.

Pelicans are riding high on confidence due to their four consecutive wins and a better season record of 16-11. For the Pelicans, the expected lineup has not changed much in the past. Pelicans fans love Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, Herb Jonas, Valanciunas, and VJ McCollum coming to create magic from the start. Fans of the Grizzlies are banking upon Morant to get them back on the track but how effective he will be for a struggling side?

Morant missed 25 games after he went on to show a gun on Instagram Live several times. Also, he was charged with hitting a teenager in ‘self-defense’. His comeback will be a boost to the side if not a cure to all the woes. Though he has been going through counseling sessions to do well as a person, basketball fans would never want his inner fire on the basketball court to die down.

Morant averages 26.2 points, 8.2 assists. With his dynamic striking and playmaking, the Grizzlies had a 51-31 record in the previous season. They stood at the second in the Western Conference. His coach Taylor Jenkins said that his preparations are “unbelievable”. Further, he added, “I expect him to be full go come Game 26.”

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