Memphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans Pelicans - News - February 15, 2022

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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

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