MILWAUKEE — The Memphis Grizzlies were without their star guard Ja Morant for the second consecutive game as he recovered from a sore right shoulder. Morant missed Sunday’s matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks and was also sidelined during Thursday’s close victory against the Houston Rockets, where the Grizzlies won 120-119.

This season, Morant has been a key player for the Grizzlies, averaging 20.3 points, 7.5 assists, and 4.2 rebounds over the course of 28 games. His absence has been felt as the team adjusts without one of their leading scorers and playmakers on the floor.

Additionally, the Bucks were also dealing with personnel issues, as forward Bobby Portis was out for the fifth straight game due to personal matters. The ongoing situation has impacted both teams as they navigate through the season while dealing with injuries and personal challenges.

Fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring Morant’s recovery and Portis’s situation, as both players are significant contributors to their respective teams’ performance this season.