Less than an hour before tip-off, an update was released on the two key guards.According to Grizzlies PR, both Morant and Smart are out tonight against the Chicago Bulls. This makes it eight straight missed games for Morant and four straight for Smart.

The Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls will play on Saturday night. Memphis is currently 9-7 while Chicago is just 7-10. However, earning a victory on the road will prove to be especially difficult if Ja Morant does not play. Morant is dealing with multiple injuries heading into Saturday's game.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant was recently upgraded on the injury report ahead of their game Saturday against the Bulls in Chicago. Morant was listed as doubtful to play with a hip injury before being ruled out when the official report was released.

This is a solid record when considering the injury issues Memphis has dealt with, and particularly the missed time for star point guard Ja Morant. Appearing in just eight games so far this season, Morant has missed the last seven games due to a right hip subluxation and pelvic muscle strains.

Ja Morant, following the Grizzlies' win over the 76ers on Wednesday night, posted a cryptic remark that could be related to his injury.

Ja Morant has not played a basketball game with the Memphis Grizzlies since November 6 against the Los Angeles Lakers. He's been out for weeks with a right hip

The Memphis Grizzlies are at a pivotal moment in their season, with Ja Morant’s coach highlighting the challenges hindering the team from achieving their NBA ambitions. The Memphis Grizzlies are at a critical juncture in their NBA season,