Ja Morant enters this season with a renewed determination to push both his personal performance and the Memphis Grizzlies’ success to new heights. After establishing himself as a dynamic force on the court with two consecutive All-Star appearances, Morant’s role is expanding as expectations from fans, teammates, and analysts alike continue to grow. His ability to blend explosive athleticism with developing court vision makes him a cornerstone for Memphis’ title aspirations. Critics will be watching closely to see if he can maintain efficiency while pacing a team hungry for a deep playoff run.

Key areas to watch this season include:

  • Playmaking: Creating more scoring opportunities for teammates while maintaining high assist-to-turnover ratio.
  • Consistency: Delivering steady production night in and night out against top-tier defenses.
  • Leadership: Guiding a young roster through the rigors of a competitive Western Conference.
Stat Category2023-24 ProjectionPrevious Season
Points Per Game27.526.2
Assists Per Game7.87.4
Field Goal %49%47.5%