Ja Morant will play for the Memphis Grizzlies against the Philadelphia 76ers on December 30, 2025. He is not listed on the latest injury report, confirming that his recent left ankle issue is no longer a concern.
This is a timely boost for Memphis. The Grizzlies are dealing with several injuries across the rotation, and Morant’s availability restores their primary ball-handler and scorer. After missing time earlier this month and returning under controlled minutes, he now enters the game without restrictions.
How Ja Morant Worked Back From the Ankle Injury
Ja Morant injured his left ankle late in the December 16 win over the Clippers. The issue kept him out of the December 18 game against Minnesota as the team opted for caution. He returned shortly after but played limited minutes while testing the ankle in live action.
Over the following games, Morant steadily increased his workload. By the end of December, he was fully cleared. His name does not appear on the Grizzlies’ injury reports dated December 29 or 30, indicating that the ankle has responded well and no longer requires monitoring.
Memphis Grizzlies Injury Report vs the Philadelphia 76ers (December 30, 2025)
While Ja Morant is cleared, Memphis Grizzlies remain short-handed in other areas. Several rotation players are unavailable, leaving the team thin at multiple positions.
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope
| SG
| Hamstring
| Out
|
Vince Williams Jr.
| SF
| Knee
| Out
|
Jock Landale
| C
| Calf
| Day-to-Day
|
Brandon Clarke
| F/C
| Calf
| Out (6–9 weeks)
|
John Konchar
| SG
| Thumb
| Out
|
Zach Edey
| C
| Ankle
| Out
|
Ty Jerome
| SG
| Calf
| Out
|
Scotty Pippen Jr.
| PG
| Toe
| Out
|
Ja Morant’s absence from this list is notable as Memphis enters the night with a 15–17 record, third in the Southwest Division.
What Ja Morant's Return Changes Against Philadelphia
When Ja Morant was out, Memphis leaned heavily on Jaren Jackson Jr. and its remaining depth to stay competitive. With Morant back, the offense regains structure. He controls tempo, creates shots for others, and takes pressure off secondary ball-handlers.
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Is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs the Memphis Grizzlies? Latest update on the Philadelphia 76ers star's injury report (December 30, 2025)Philadelphia’s situation could further shape the game. Joel Embiid is listed as questionable with an ankle issue. If Embiid is limited or unavailable, Morant’s ability to attack the lane and push pace becomes even more important. With no minutes restriction, Memphis expects him to play a normal role as they try to stabilize their season at home.