Is Ja Morant playing tonight? Grizzlies star’s availability for blockbuster Game 3 clash vs Warriors

The Memphis Grizzlies will face off against the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinals encounter on Saturday, May 7th. The game at the Chase Center is scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM ET (Sunday, May 8th at 6:00 AM IST).

However, several NBA fans are curious to know whether Grizzlies poster boy Ja Morant will feature in the game or not. The 22-year-old has taken the NBA by storm this season with some stunning displays for the Western Conference outfit.

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Is Ja Morant playing tonight vs the Warriors? The Grizzlies superstar will be roaring to play in Game 3

Earlier on Friday, the Memphis Grizzlies confirmed that Ja Morant was ‘available’ for Game 3 of their Western Conference series against the Warriors. So, barring any late injury or issue, Morant is expected to start against the Golden State on Saturday night.

Ja had been out of action for a while in March due to a knee injury. But it appears that the issue is now behind him and he can play more freely.

Morant has been a vital cog for the Grizzlies this season and deservedly won the Most Improved Player award. During the course of the regular season, Morant was averaging 27.4 points, 5.7 rebounds and 6.7 assists. He also scored 34 points in Game 1 against the Warriors before dropping 47 in Game 2 to lead Taylor Jenkins’ side to victory.

Morant also highlighted his fighting spirit after the final buzzer when he exchanged a few words with Warriors legend Steph Curry. Game 3 is bound to be a fascinating contest now.

Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors Game 3 Preview and injury reports

After losing a tight Game 1, the Grizzlies bounced back to take victory in another close battle. With the series now being levelled out, NBA fans can expect another hard-fought battle in Game 3.

For the Grizzlies, Santi Aldama, Killian Tillie, and Dillon Brooks are ruled out. Aldama and Tillie are each dealing with injuries, while Brooks will be serving his one-game suspension.

On the other hand, the Warriors will enter Game 3 without Andre Iguodala, Gary Payton II and James Wiseman.