Ja Morant DVOA, Advanced Stats, & Fantasy Rankings

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (shoulder) will be available to return after a two-game absence on Wednesday night for his team's big matchup with the Thunder. His return will help lessen the workload of Desmond Bane, but both guards will likely have to carry plenty of offense with Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) and Santi Aldama (calf) out. Morant has a 33.1% usage rate with JJJ off the floor this season, so he should be in for a busy night if his shoulder is up for it. Since this game has the highest point total of any game this season, there will be plenty of points available in what should be an up-tempo matchup against the Thunder. If you can get Morant into your lineup for Wednesday, he brings a very high ceiling, as usual.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder. He has a Deltoid contusion. As a result, the 25-year-old has missed the last two games. Luke Kennard got the start versus the Hawks on Monday, ending the night with 17 points, seven assists, and two steals. Despite the tough matchup on tap, Kennard is worth starting in all fantasy lineups if Morant isn't available, especially with Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) ruled out and Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) questionable. Desmond Bane, amassing a game-high 35 points against Atlanta, would also benefit on the scoring end without Morant on the floor.

On Monday, Memphis Grizzlies guardJa Morant(shoulder) will be unavailable to suit up against the Atlanta Hawks. Morant will miss his second straight game due to right shoulder pain. With the 25-year-old sidelined, Luke KennardandScotty Pippen Jr.will likely see an uptick in minutes. Pippen has a slightly higher upside as a solid fantasy option for this evening. He started in place of Morant on Saturday, likely leading to him starting again on Monday.