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Ja Morant is headed to Portland after the Memphis Grizzlies trade the 2-time All-Star
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis completed a trade Monday night that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career.Portland sent forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal.It’s a b...
Key takeaway Portland sent forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal.
Why this matters in Tomball News
This trade has no direct impact on Tomball , but the movement of high-profile players like Ja Morant can have a ripple effect on the NBA, potentially influencing how other teams, including those in the Houston area, approach their own roster decisions. As the Houston Rockets navigate their own rebuilding process, they may be keeping an eye on how the Trail Blazers' gamble on Morant pays off, considering the risks and rewards of acquiring a talented but troubled player. The Rockets' front office may also be watching how the Grizzlies rebuild without their young core, potentially informing their own strategy for assembling a competitive team. Meanwhile, local basketball fans in Tomball may be interested in seeing how Morant's career revival attempt plays out, given the excitement and controversy that often surrounds his play.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Ja Morant is headed to Portland, after the Trail Blazers and Memphis completed a trade Monday night that sees the Grizzlies starting anew and gives the two-time All-Star a chance to revive his career.Portland sent forwards Jerami Grant and Kris Murray to the Grizzlies as part of the deal.It’s a b...
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