Grizzles vs Nuggets: Injury Report, Depth Chart, and More as Ja Morant's Return Continues To Remain Uncertain from

Grizzlies vs Nuggets: Injury Report, Depth Chart, and More as Ja Morant's Return Continues To Remain Uncertain

Key Matchup: Grizzlies' Ja Morant vs. Nuggets' Nikola Jokic

The Grizzlies and Nuggets are set to face off in a highly anticipated matchup on Friday night. The Grizzlies are coming off a tough loss to the Warriors, while the Nuggets are looking to extend their winning streak to five games. The key matchup in this game will be between Grizzlies' Ja Morant and Nuggets' Nikola Jokic. Morant is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA. He is averaging 27.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game this season. However, he is currently dealing with a knee injury that has kept him out of the last two games. His status for Friday's game is uncertain. Jokic is one of the best players in the NBA. He is averaging 26.1 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game this season. He is a do-it-all player who can score, rebound, and pass with equal ease. The matchup between Morant and Jokic will be a battle of two of the most talented players in the NBA. It will be a key factor in determining the outcome of the game.

Injury Report

The Grizzlies will be without Jaren Jackson Jr. (foot) and Santi Aldama (ankle) for Friday's game. Morant is questionable with a knee injury. The Nuggets will be without Jamal Murray (knee) and Michael Porter Jr. (back) for Friday's game.

Depth Chart

**Grizzlies** * Point guard: Tyus Jones * Shooting guard: Desmond Bane * Small forward: Dillon Brooks * Power forward: Brandon Clarke * Center: Steven Adams **Nuggets** * Point guard: Bones Hyland * Shooting guard: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope * Small forward: Aaron Gordon * Power forward: Jeff Green * Center: Nikola Jokic

More Information

* The game will be played at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. * The tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 PM ET. * The game will be televised on ESPN.