Ja Morant News, Rumors, Updates - Portland Trail Blazers

Making good progress in recovery Head coach Micah Nori said Morant met with a doctor in Los Angeles, who gave him a positive outlook on his recovery from the hamstring injury. While Nori declined to update Morant'...

Impact Morant was initially given a four-week timetable after he suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain on Oct. 30. It sounds like he's making solid progress, though it would be surprising to see him beat that timetable given the tricky nature of hamstring injuries. Scoot Henderson will continue to start in his absence and there will be more minutes available for Jrue Holiday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jrue Holiday's versatility is keeping Blazers rolling without Ja Morant Jrue Holiday has stepped up his playmaking and shot creation in Ja Morant's absence, helping the Trail Blazers maintain a high level of play...

4 DAYS AGO • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

Avdija scores 24 and Lillard has 22 as Portland rolls over Utah 112-90

The Portland Trail Blazers have bounced back from their first loss of the season by defeating the Utah Jazz 112-90

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Ja Morant could miss a month after straining left hamstring in Blazers' loss to Grizzlies

Ja Morant could miss at least a month after the Portland guard injured his left hamstring in a game against his former team

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Trail Blazers receive bad news on Ja Morant after injury in Grizzlies game Ja Morant's injury against Memphis raises fresh concerns for Portland's season.

OCTOBER 30 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Out four weeks with hamstring strain Morant has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and is expected to miss four weeks, Portland announced Friday.

Impact Morant left Thursday's game early with a hamstring injury, which has since been revealed to be a strain that will result in a monthlong absence. The star guard leaves a major void in the Trail Blazers' starting backcourt, one that figures to be filled by Jrue Holiday for the foreseeable future.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant's first game against Grizzlies takes painful turn after Trail Blazers star exits | Sporting News Ja Morant's first meeting with Memphis since his blockbuster trade ended with an injury, adding a difficult twist to an already emotional NB...

OCTOBER 30 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Boozer posts first career triple-double in Grizzlies win over Blazers

Cameron Boozer had the first triple-double of his NBA career with 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists, and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Portland Trail Blazers 124-103 on Thursd...

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Departs with hamstring issue Morant won't return to Thursday's game against the Grizzlies due to a left hamstring injury. He'll end with 14 points (6-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt), two rebounds and three assists in 23 minut...

Impact The game was already out of reach when Morant was ruled out for the remainder of the fourth quarter. The severity of his injury is unclear at this time. The 27-year-old can be considered questionable for Saturday's matchup in Utah until further notice.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant Breaks Down 4th Quarter Takeover With Damian Lillard In LA | October 27, 2026

OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Ja & Dame made Lakers FANS LEAVE😭👀

OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Solid down the stretch Morant accumulated 23 points (9-13 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and four assists over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 136-129 win over the Lakers.

Impact Morant was extremely efficient in the win, hitting nine of his 13 shots and scoring on back-to-back midrange jumpers to put Portland up five in the final minutes. The guard has fit in quickly alongside Damian Lillard and Deni Avdija, giving the Blazers another closer in a balanced attack. Thursday's matchup with Memphis carries extra intrigue as he faces his former team.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant Postgame Interview | Portland Trail Blazers 136, Lakers 129 | Oct. 27, 2026

OCTOBER 28 • YOUTUBE

Ja Morant, Damian Lillard lead unbeaten Trail Blazers past Lakers 136-129 despite Luka Doncic's 41

Ja Morant and Deni Avdija scored 23 points apiece, Damian Lillard added 21 and hit a clutch 3-pointer with 43 seconds to play, and the Portland Trail Blazers remained unbeaten with...

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Ja got a FULL inventory of Cellys😭

OCTOBER 24 • YOUTUBE

Collects seven assists in victory Morant closed with 12 points (5-13 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 128-120 win over the Kings.

Impact Morant took a back seat as a scorer and finished second on the team in assists behind Jrue Holiday. Portland acquired Morant from Memphis in an offseason trade that sent Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies. He's still finding his place alongside Deni Avdija and Damian Lillard, and it may take a couple of weeks for his role to crystallize.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in Blazers debut Morant ended with 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), five rebounds, eight assists and three steals over 23 minutes during Wednesday's 124-83 victory over Phoenix.

Impact While backcourt-mate Damian Lillard led all scorers with 25 points, Morant led Portland in assists and had an efficient shooting night as well. Simply staying on the court will be Morant's top priority after he suited up for only 79 regular-season games over his final three seasons in Memphis, but he's healthy to begin 2026-27 and is getting a clean slate with the Blazers.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant Postgame Interview | Trail Blazers 124, Suns 83 | Oct. 21, 2026

OCTOBER 22 • YOUTUBE

Lillard returns with 25 points, Morant debuts and the Blazers rout the Suns 124-83

Damian Lillard played in his first regular-season game since rejoining the Portland Trail Blazers and scored 25 points in a 124-83 season-opening rout of the Phoenix Suns on Wednes...

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Efficient in preseason finale Morant logged 19 points (8-10 FG, 3-3 3PT, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal over 27 minutes during Friday's 128-118 preseason loss to the Warriors.

Impact Morant was back in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason finale after coming off the bench against the Kings on Tuesday. He looked good starting next to Damian Lillard, with the duo combining for 42 points. It'll be interesting to see how the Trail Blazers manage their four-guard rotation of Lillard, Morant, Scoot Henderson and Jrue Holiday (rest) over the course of the 2026-27 season.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Warriors Morant will start in Friday's preseason game against the Warriors, Anthony Slater of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Morant came off the bench in Wednesday's 110-98 preseason win over Sacramento. However, Morant will start in the preseason finale, with Scoot Henderson heading back to the bench.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

An even more versatile Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes shape as the Thunder bid to get back on top

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has focused on increasing his versatility and conditioning over the summer

OCTOBER 15 • Associated Press

Stands out with second unit Morant posted 14 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-9 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal during Tuesday's 110-98 preseason win over the Kings.

Impact Coming off the bench for the first time this preseason, Morant had his best showing yet, leading Portland in assists without committing a turnover. Coach Micah Nori is still experimenting with his four-guard rotation, and it's still anyone's guess how the small-ball approach will shake out when the season begins.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sliding to second unit Tuesday Morant won't start Tuesday's preseason game against Portland, Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Morant will come off the bench for the first time this preseason. The Trail Blazers will start Damian Lillard, Scoot Henderson, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara and Donovan Clingan.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Damian Lillard is back on the court for the Trail Blazers with something to prove

When Damian Lillard tore his left Achilles tendon during the playoffs two seasons ago, he recalls that a television pundit said the injury would be the end of his career

OCTOBER 13 • Associated Press

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Avdija scores 24 and Lillard has 22 as Portland rolls over Utah 112-90

Ja Morant could miss a month after straining left hamstring in Blazers' loss to Grizzlies

Boozer posts first career triple-double in Grizzlies win over Blazers

Ja Morant, Damian Lillard lead unbeaten Trail Blazers past Lakers 136-129 despite Luka Doncic's 41

Lillard returns with 25 points, Morant debuts and the Blazers rout the Suns 124-83

An even more versatile Shai Gilgeous-Alexander takes shape as the Thunder bid to get back on top

Damian Lillard is back on the court for the Trail Blazers with something to prove