Ja Morant Ruled Out for Friday's Preseason Game Against Heat

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant will not participate in Friday's preseason game against the Miami Heat due to an ankle injury, head coach Tuomas Iisalo confirmed. Despite being sidelined, Morant is reportedly "is progressing really well" and was able to participate in the team's shootaround. This update, reported by Michael Wallace of the Grizzlies' official site, indicates a positive recovery trajectory for the guard, even as he misses the upcoming preseason contest.