Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) looks to pass beside Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) in the first quarter at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio on Nov. 15, 2025.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant left his team's 108-100 road loss against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, Nov. 15 with an injury.

Morant left midway through the first quarter with right calf soreness after being cleared from an ankle injury.

He went 2-for-2 from the field and 3-for-4 from the free throw line for seven early points in six minutes of play.

The guard did not play against the Boston Celtics earlier this week due to right ankle soreness.

Ja Morant injury update

Morant was ruled out for the remainder of the game against the Cleveland. He was no longer in his uniform as he was seen sitting on the bench during the fourth quarter.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Ja Morant injury update: Memphis Grizzlies star leaves game in first quarter vs. Cavs

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