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Ja Morant hopes to return to Grizzlies as team goes through a rebuild
- Morant expressed a wish to be in a Grizzlies uniform after this season amid trade rumors and a rebuilding phase.
- He spoke publicly for the first time since injuring his elbow seven weeks ago, stressing loyalty to the Grizzlies.
- The team said Morant will be reevaluated in two weeks due to elbow discomfort and incomplete healing.
- Morant cited a need to be smart and said, 'You’ve got a phone? Look it up,' when pressed about his future with the team.
- The remarks followed Morant's trade-deadline mention and the Grizzlies' pivot toward a rebuild this season.
- Morant, a former Rookie of the Year, has been limited by injuries and off-court issues affecting his impact this season.
- Morant has missed the last 20 games due to the elbow issue and ongoing symptoms.
- The article notes Morant's public comments did not shed light on the immediate plans between him and the organization.
- The piece contextualizes Morant's career arc, noting his rise, suspension-related issues, and subsequent decline in impact.
- The article mentions Morant's trade-market rumors and the team's focus on the future.
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