The NBA world was rocked on Tuesday when news broke that two of the league’s brightest young stars, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant, were both dealing with injuries. Both players were injured during Tuesday night’s games, and their statuses for Wednesday’s games remain uncertain.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the reigning two-time MVP and leader of the Milwaukee Bucks, suffered a left knee sprain in the first quarter of Tuesday’s game against the Miami Heat. He was able to finish the game, but he was noticeably limping and in pain. After the game, Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer said that Giannis would be re-evaluated on Wednesday morning to determine his status for Wednesday night’s game against the Brooklyn Nets.
Meanwhile, Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies suffered a left ankle sprain in the fourth quarter of Tuesday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Morant was able to finish the game, but he was clearly in pain. After the game, Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said that Morant would also be re-evaluated on Wednesday morning to determine his status for Wednesday night’s game against the Phoenix Suns.
The injuries to both players are certainly concerning, as they are two of the most important players in the NBA. Giannis is the leader of the Bucks and one of the best players in the league, while Morant is a rising star and one of the most exciting young players in the league. The NBA world will be waiting anxiously to hear updates on their statuses for Wednesday’s games.
It remains to be seen whether either player will be able to suit up for Wednesday’s games, but it is clear that both teams will be taking extra precautions with their star players. The Bucks and Grizzlies will be hoping for good news on Wednesday morning, but until then all eyes will be on Giannis and Ja as they look to make a full recovery from their respective injuries.
