Grizzlies Wave White Flag on Lost Season After Trio of Season-Ending Injuries

Ja Morant, Brandon Clarke, and Zach Edey all sidelined for remainder of 2025-26 campaign

Mar. 25, 2026 at 4:21am

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The Memphis Grizzlies have officially waved the white flag on the 2025-26 NBA season after a trio of key players - Ja Morant, Brandon Clarke, and Zach Edey - were ruled out for the remainder of the year due to season-ending injuries. With the team's playoff hopes dashed, the Grizzlies will now shift their focus to the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters

The Grizzlies were expected to be a contender in the Western Conference this season, but the loss of their three best players has derailed those plans. This marks a disappointing turn of events for a team that made the playoffs just last year, underscoring the fragility of an NBA roster and the challenges of sustaining success in the league.

The details

Morant, the team's star point guard, will undergo a PRP injection to help heal his elbow injury and is aiming to return next season. Clarke is also sidelined with a calf strain, while Edey recently had surgery on his left elbow. Without their top players, the Grizzlies have struggled mightily, losing 11 of their last 12 games and falling to 12th in the Western Conference standings.

  • Morant last played on January 21.
  • Clarke's injury occurred in March and he is expected to miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season.
  • Edey underwent elbow surgery in March and will not return this year.

The players

Ja Morant

The Grizzlies' star point guard and 2020 NBA Rookie of the Year, who has been limited to just 79 games over the last three seasons due to suspensions and injuries.

Brandon Clarke

A mainstay in the Grizzlies' frontcourt who is sidelined with a calf strain.

Zach Edey

The Grizzlies' center who recently underwent surgery on his left elbow and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

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