He very core of the Memphis Grizzlies seems distant. Ja Morant claims that not having his “joy” put his future into question. Clearly, there’s some rift between him and head coach Tuomas Iisalo. Morant’s been aloof on the court, seemingly unwilling to compete at times. That has prompted trade rumors. But the Grizzlies don’t feel so strongly about their cornerstone’s silent protest.

They feel the situation will work itself out. Because all signs point to frustrations beyond the incident that got Morant suspended. The Grizzlies are marred by injuries, and the two-time All-Star’s aggressiveness seems contained because of the physical toll he has faced in the past few years. Yet, the Grizzlies believe in him. And they think his joy will return once the entire team is back together.

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