Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray

Ja Morant has been traded to the Portland Trail Blazers from the Memphis Grizzlies, marking a pivotal shift in his NBA career. The trade, confirmed on June 29, 2026, sees Morant move in exchange for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray. After struggling with injuries and suspensions, Morant aims to rejuvenate his performance in Portland. The Trail Blazers now have a crowded point guard position with Morant joining Jrue Holiday, Damian Lillard, and Scoot Henderson. As part of this transaction, Grant has been with the Blazers since 2022 and averaged 18.6 points last season.