Ja Morant's Triumphant Return Boosts Grizzlies

Ja Morant made a triumphant return to the Memphis Grizzlies lineup after an eight-game absence due to a hip injury, leading the team to a decisive 123-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Morant delivered an electrifying performance with 22 points and 11 assists in just 23 minutes, showcasing his signature athleticism with a massive dunk and a no-look, behind-the-back pass. His return has reinvigorated the Grizzlies, who are now almost at full strength and looking formidable in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, in the NBA G League, Philadelphia 76ers' rookie Adem Bona impressed with a viral dunk and a strong performance, contributing 17 points and seven rebounds for the Delaware Blue Coats. However, the Sixers struggled in their NBA matchup against the Clippers, losing 125-99. On a different note, Steph Curry of the Golden State Warriors made headlines with a remarkable four-point play, though the Warriors ultimately fell to the Brooklyn Nets 128-120.