Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report: Ja Morant’s Status as Roster Further Depleted with 6 Players Listed vs Clippers (Dec. 15)

The Memphis Grizzlies could be without as many as six players for their Monday clash against the LA Clippers. The Grizzlies are aiming to bounce back after a crushing 130-126 loss at home to the Utah Jazz on Friday.

The team had been dealing with a long list of injury problems, at one point missing up to 10 players, including Ja Morant.

Morant, however, returned to the lineup after missing the last 10 games with a calf injury. He played 25 minutes against the Jazz, recording 21 points, 10 assists and four rebounds. The Grizzlies managed well without Morant, posting a 7-3 record in the games he missed.

While his return is a major boost, several key players remain on the treatment table and will be unavailable for the Clippers clash. These unavailable players include center center Zach Edey, who would miss a month because of action dueoe ankle injury.

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The Canadian big man has dealt with recurring issues in his left ankle over the past two seasons and already missed the first 13 games of the 2025-26 NBA season while recovering from ankle surgery.

Shooting guard John Konchar is expected to undergo surgery to repair a torn UCL in his left thumb and will be sidelined for a significant period of time. The 29-year-old suffered the injury against the Portland Trail Blazers on Dec. 8 and has not played since.

Meanwhile, Javon Small (toe), Ty Jerome (calf) and Scottie Pippen Jr. (toe) continue to remain sidelined nursing respective injuries. Brandon Clarke is listed as doubtful with a knee injury.

Memphis is currently holding ninth place in the Western Conference standings with a 11-15 record. While the Grizzlies still have plenty of work to do if they hope to climb back into the top eight, it is encouraging to see them starting to pick up wins more frequently. They’ll be aiming to maintain that momentum until their injured pieces return to full strength.

How to watch Memphis Grizzlies vs. LA Clippers

The Grizzlies and Clippers will square off at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, with tipoff scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. This marks the third meeting between the conference rivals this season. Memphis won the previous two matchups - 112-107 on Nov. 20 and 107-98 on Dec. 5.

The game will be broadcast locally on FDSSC and FDSSE. Fans can stream the matchup live via Fubo and Peacock, while international viewers can watch on NBA League Pass.

Edited by Mervin LR