Memphis Grizzlies: Ja Morant to be re-evaluated in about three weeks after left elbow UCL sprain

Ja Morant will be re-evaluated “in approximately three weeks” after suffering a left elbow UCL sprain, the Grizzlies announced.
The injury happened during Memphis’ home matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Jan. 21, 2026.

No specific return date was provided, with the update focusing on the timeline for the next medical evaluation.
Morant’s availability will depend on how the elbow responds and what the re-check shows.

Memphis will continue to monitor its star guard as the season moves forward, awaiting the next checkpoint in his recovery.
Further updates are expected once the re-evaluation window is reached.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant will be re-evaluated in approximately three weeks after suffering a UCL sprain in his left elbow during the team’s home game against the Atlanta Hawks on January 21, team says. pic.twitter.com/KaHavpEaed

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