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Grizzlies' Jalen Duren Considered Week-to-Week with Sprained Ankle

Grizzlies Rookie Injured During Tuesday Night's Loss

The Memphis Grizzlies have announced that rookie center Jalen Duren is considered week-to-week with a sprained ankle. Duren suffered the injury during Tuesday night's loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

How the Injury Occurred

Duren was injured late in the first quarter when he stepped on the foot of Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram while attempting to rebound a missed shot. He immediately grabbed his ankle and was helped off the court.

Duren's Impact on the Grizzlies

Duren has been a key part of the Grizzlies' rotation this season, averaging 8.5 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. He has started 16 games and has shown flashes of his potential as a rebounder and defender.

Outlook for Duren's Return

The Grizzlies have not provided a specific timetable for Duren's return, but the fact that he is considered week-to-week suggests that he could miss multiple games. This is a significant blow to the Grizzlies, who are already without starting point guard Ja Morant due to a knee injury.

Grizzlies' Next Game

The Grizzlies will next face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night at home. The Thunder are currently the worst team in the NBA, so the Grizzlies should be able to win even without Duren. However, his absence will certainly make things more difficult for Memphis.